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THE "UNHAPPY HOUR" MENU -- The foodservice industry in BC has been hit hard by the pandemic - this is a very clever, interesting and informative read by the BCRFA and Restaurants Canada (Unappetizers, Labour Shortage Ribs or Deep Debt Pizza, anyone?). static1.squarespace.com/stat…

RAISE YOUR NON-ALCOHOLIC SPIRITS. Consumption of low/no alcohol drinks (< 0.5% ABV) could increase 34% by 2024. Non-alcoholic spirits replicate existing spirits, have mood-altering or health-related properties and offer unique flavors. #alcohol #trends ow.ly/2U1w50HBWE8

IS 2022 THE YEAR OF THE GOAT FOR TRAVEL? Expedia has coined the term GOAT for 2022 – the year we take the Greatest Of All Trips. Also forecast: health tourism, luxury trains, glampervans, trading up/bigger/better, WFH becomes WFA. #travel #trends #vacation ow.ly/PMyG50HsrcL

WINE REBELS RULE! Most Americans believe there are wine drinking rules, but only 17% follow them. They will: fill their glass to the top (42%), add ice (43%), drink from a mug (10%), drink in bed (43%), and pair with Mac n Cheese. #wine #trends #drinking ow.ly/Je8150HsqtL

THINKING OF TYING THE KNOT IN 2022? Check out these unique engagement ring styles: Toi et Moi rings, couples rings, unique stone shapes (shields and ), colorful stones (emeralds, sapphires), chunky designs and stacked rings. #jewelry #trends #fashion ow.ly/QcRV50Hsqcb

IS 2022 THE YEAR OF THE MUSHROOM? Top food forecasts: mushrooms on the main stage, a reinvention of chicken and coffee, ecospirits, edible tableware, swicy and swalty seasonings, and a resurgence of 1980s cocktails. #food #restaurants #trends #eating ow.ly/fNbM50HsqSX

2022 JEWELRY TRENDS: Classics made new (think signet rings and nameplate necklaces), bright colors (pastel acrylics, vivid plastics, saturated gemstones), dangly earrings, chokers, and layered face mask chains. @SignetJewelers #jewelry #trends #fashion ow.ly/IO2T50HspZl

THE LATEST RETAIL TRENDS: Innovations for the LAST MILE DELIVERY, FRICTIONLESS payment methods, a shift toward ONLINE platforms, and vintage and SUSTAINABLE clothing and footwear. #retail #trends #shopping #sustainable #payment #delivery ow.ly/IA7250FR941

KEEP YOUR TRAVEL EYES ON THE HORIZON. As the Delta variant wreaks havoc, the backslide in travel sentiment continues. But while half of Americans won't travel now, the same number plan to take at least one overnight trip this fall. #travel #trends #covid ow.ly/beH050FR8W1

WHEN A BRAND LOSES ITS IDENTITY: THE REEBOK STORY. Adidas has sold Reebok for $2.5B to Authentic Brands, marking the end of an era. Do you think Reebok can ever recapture its #1 spot from the 80s? Reebok International Ltd. adidas #sneakers #brand #Reebok retaildive.com/news/reebok-w…

THE DEMISE OF DEPARTMENT STORES? NOT SO FAST. Department stores still have a strong value proposition if they can reimagine their experience. Think: branding not blanding; smaller footprints; exclusive products. #retail #shopping #departmentstore ow.ly/Xnb550FR8Ek

BETTER THAN A BEST FRIEND. Millions of dog owners confide in their canine pals because they are better listeners than humans. Top topics: how busy work was, what to wear, and money worries. One in four tell their dog their deepest secrets. #pets #dogs ow.ly/bsU750FR8sI

DELTA THROWS A WRENCH INTO TRAVEL PLANS. A quarter of Americans (25.4%) have postponed, and 18.9% have cancelled, an upcoming trip due to the Delta variant. Nearly half expect the coronavirus situation to get worse in the next month. #travel #trends #covid ow.ly/239j50FMlYd

BILLION DOLLAR SELFIES. British adults spend £4 BILLION EVERY YEAR to get the ‘perfect profile picture,’ including photoshoots, travelling to exotic locations, new clothes, beauty treatments, and dining at trendy restaurants. #selfies #socialmedia #photos ow.ly/C05u50FMkWQ

YAY OR NAY: PUMPKIN SPICE RAMEN? Nissin Foods will launch its sauce-based Cup Noodles Pumpkin Spice this fall with a pumpkin seasoning that blends sweet, savory and spicy. Try topping it with whipped cream! Nissin Foods #food #trends #pumpkin #ramen ow.ly/k6jI50FMkh6

FUNCTIONAL FRUIT CUPS, ANYONE? Food as medicine has been a theme throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Del Monte’s newest fruit cups - GUT LOVE, BOOST ME, GLOW ON and STAY WELL - feature functional ingredients. Del Monte Foods, Inc. #food #trends #fruit ow.ly/OUaB50FMk8m

ARE YOU READY TO WEAR HARD PANTS AGAIN? People are (temporarily) putting down athleisure and picking up hard pants again. This time around denim is taking the form of mom jeans. #jeans #apparel #trends #retail ow.ly/Do5W50FMjzJ

IS THIS THE SUMMER OF "REVENGE TRAVEL"? This summer, travelers are seeking the ultimate revenge for time lost. Top trends include: going luxe, getting water time, long week instead of long weekend travel, and trains over planes. #travel #trends #covid purewow.com/travel/travel-tr…