From the IHOb name change that sparked global controversy to the alcohol-infused BBQ bratwursts that are undoubtedly worth the try, the July 2018 food trends definitely highlight some unorthodox combinations. One food hybrid is conceived by Crag Carrick and is a crossover between a donut and a chicken nugget. The creation is cleverly dubbed 'The Donug.' Another instance of a highly Instagramable July 2018 food item is the sparkling rainbow pizza from DagWoods that boasts edible glitter as a topping.
From robotic burger joints and hidden hotel speakeasies to mobile s'mores vehicles and unconventional seasonal ice creams, the creative input in the dining and food manufacturing industry is apparent, highly engaging and, for the most part, extremely experimental.
Top 100 Food Trends in July
100
Illusory Gourmet Desserts
Ben Churchill's Dessert Art is Incredibly Realistic, Trippy & Delicious
99
Free-From Produce Lines
Eden Green Technology's Crisply Makes Locally Grown, Fresh-Picked Produce
98
Indulgent Edible Billboards
Galaxy is Launching an Outdoor Ad Made Up of Chocolate Bars
97
Portable Camping Burners
nCamp's Wood Burning Stove is an Alumium and Durable Camping Accessory
96
Snackable Pulled Pork Jerky
Oberto is Launching Its First-Ever Pulled Pork Jerky
95
Glitter-Infused Pizza Creations
DagWoods Pioneers Glitter Pizzas with Its 'Magical AF' Food Item
94
Sugar-Free Ice Creams
Denada Makes Creamy, Indulgent, Guilt-Free Frozen Desserts
93
Indulgent Plant-Based Protein Bars
TRUWOMEN's Bars are Powered by Plants and Inspired by Desserts
92
Reinvented Junk Food Spots
Junked Food Co Offers Unique Iterations of Classic Snack Foods
91
Stylish Marble Restaurants
Akira Back Restaurant Offers a Luxurious Interior and Unique Menu
90
Robotic Burger Joints
San Francisco's 'Creator' Offers $6 Burgers Made by a Robot
89
Egg-Inspired Soft Serve Cups
McDonald's Added to Its McFlurry Flavors with a Fun Variety & Design
88
Neo-Gothic Restaurants
The Tied House Restaurant Celebrates the Neighborhood's Design Features
87
Elegant Non-Dairy Collections
'Cocot' Sets Itself Apart as a High-End Dairy Alternative Brand
86
Kid Chef Subscription Boxes
Little Sous Kitchen Academy Empowers Aspiring Chefs
85
Increased Product Visibility Bottles
The Recoaro Bio Soft Drinks Raise Sustainability Awareness
84
Egg-Packed Protein Snacks
The NuGo Nutrition Egg White Protein Bars are Non-GMO
83
Smartphone-Connected Meat Thermometers
The ThermoWorks BlueDOT is Connected via Bluetooth
82
Breakfast-Themed Lunch Menus
Piada is Testing a New 'Breakfast for Lunch' Menu on Weekends
81
Donut Personalization Stations
The Krispy Kreme Customized Donut Machine is in Birmingham
80
Meal Kit Pop-Up Shops
The Blue Apron Unboxed Pop-up is Open in NYC
79
Food-Inspired Gift Ideas
foodora Boasts a Delicious Hot Dog-Themed Father's Day Special Offer
78
Cutting-Edge Cocktail Bars
The Untitled Bar in London Offers High-End Drinks in a Modern Setting
77
Mythical Creature Candies
The Nestlé Unicorn Smarties Have a Soft Pastel Color Scheme
76
Protein Breakfast Pouches
The Nutri-Grain TO GO Protein Squeezers Appeal to On-the-Go Consumers
75
On-the-Go Coffee Bars
Pocket Latte is a Tasty and Organic Ready-to-Eat Choco-Latte Snack
74
Hidden Hotel Speakeasies
63 Wall Street's New Speakeasy is a Luxe Residents-Only Lounge
73
Branded Neon Condiment Sauces
The Nickelodeon Green Slime Sauce Ketchup is Unexpectedly Colored
72
Playful Gelatin Kits
Jell-O Play Snacks Encourage Creativity by Mixing Snacktime and Playtime
71
Lightly Sweetened Protein Yogurts
The YQ by Yoplait Yogurt Focuses on Consumer Feedback
70
Sweetener-Free Sparkling Refreshments
Loveau Has Introduced Three New Flavors in the UK
69
Lush Vietnamese Restaurant Interiors
Huy Bui Created a Natural Environment for Restaurant Di An Di
68
Gamified Cooking Books
Jenn Sandercock's Cookbook Boasts Highly Engaging Edible Games
67
Personality Infused Gummy Candies
The Haribo Squidglets are Crafted with Fun Expressions
66
Globally Inspired Ice Creams
Albertsons' Signature Reserve Spotlights Globally Sourced Ingredients
65
Ready-to-Heat Rice Packs
Uncle Ben's Offers Three New Ready-to-Heat Rice and Pulses
64
Gourmet Cookie Dough Jars
OH MY DOUGH Offers Raw, Edible Cookie Dough with a Gourmet Focus
63
Cinematic Cereal Boxes
This Limited-Edition Cereal Box Shares Behind-the-Scenes Movie Content
62
Pizza-Themed Wedding Bouquets
Villa Italian Kitchen Made a Pizza Bouquet & a Matching Boutonniere
61
Prepackaged Teahouse Sachets
The New Teavana Packaged Teas Come in Six Flavors
60
Mysterious Pancake Chain Rebrands
IHOP Changed Its Name to IHOb to Promote Its New Burgers
59
Kid-Friendly Sushi Boxes
Home Sweet Sushi's Packaging Acknowledges That Kids Eat with Their Hands
58
Graffiti Art Arcade Bars
Offramp Sports Bar & Grill Offers Classic Food with a Unique Atmosphere
57
Mainstream Artisan-Inspired Cookies
The New Nabisco Oreos Come in Two Distinct Flavors
56
Limited-Edition Almond Spreads
The Pip & Nut Chocolate Orange Almond Butter is Free From Palm Oil
55
Botanical Cocktail Mixer Sodas
These New Fentimans Tonic Water Flavors are Refreshingly Crisp
54
Provenance-Inspired Packaged Yogurts
New Liberté Origins Yogurt is Packed in Glass Jars
53
Non-Alcoholic Cannabis Beers
These New Cannabiniers Beverages are Infused with THC and CBD
52
Photo-Friendly Dining Tables
Boston Chops' 'Instagram Table' Guarantees Good Food Pictures
51
Fresh Protein Bar Shops
Macaw! Foods Sells Protein Bars Out of a Brick-and-Mortar Shop
50
Tropical Chicken Sandwiches
Pollo Tropical is Introducing a Trio of Crispy Chicken Sandwiches
49
Cheesy Pimento-Packed Burgers
The Pimento Cheese Krystal Slider is Savory and Satisfying
48
Summery Cold Coffee Menus
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Seasonal Summer Menu is Thirst-Quenching
47
Health-Focused Pressed Fruit Bars
KIND's New Range of Bars Boasts Delicious Pressed Ingredients
46
Nostalgic Oversized Chewy Candies
Big Chewy NERDS are a New Format for the Classic Candy
45
Alcohol-Infused BBQ Bratwursts
Booze Dogs Offer Premium Flavors without Synthetic Ingredients
44
Caffeinated Acai Bowls
Juice It Up!'s Cold Brew Acai Bowl Can Serve as a Stand-In for Coffee
43
Self-Supporting Pizza Box Packaging
Boston Pizza & John St. Launch an Ultra-Convenient Packaging
42
Sunday-Inspired Laid-Back Restaurants
Sunday in Brooklyn Celebrates the City and Its Neighborhood
41
Book-Flavored Chocolates
NomNom Chocolate Explores Strange Confectionery Flavors
40
Repurposed Produce Condiments
These Condiments Give New Life to Rejected Fruit & Vegetables
39
All-Vegan Egg Breakfasts
Matcha Mylkbar Tops a Charcoal Waffle with Plant-Based Eggs and Bacon
38
Limited-Edition Citrus Snack Cakes
The McVitie’s Jaffa Cakes Lemon & Lime Flavor is Balanced
37
Pop Art-Branded Bean Chips
The Rude Health 'Cornitas' are a Satisfying New Snack Option
36
Unconventional Seasonal Ice Creams
Salt & Straw and Chefs Created New Seasonal Ice Cream Flavors
35
Mediterranean Ice Creameries
'Republic of Booza' Shares Melt-Resistant, Elastic Ice Cream Treats
34
City-Specific Food Truck Apps
Pittsburgh's Food Truck Scene is Spotlighted in This Streamlined App
33
Adaptogenic Mushroom Powders
Live Ultimate's Ultimate Shrooms Boasts Eight Potent Immune Boosters
32
Personalized Pasta Promotions
The Olive Garden 'Create Your Own Lasagna' Promo Starts at $12.99
31
Immersive Nut-Based Bars
Kashi Joi Focuses on Health and Wellness While Delivering Bold Tastes
30
Plant-Based Pot Pies
Alpha Foods Makes Handheld Pot Pies in Chik'n Veggie and Buffalo Chik'n
29
Canned Protein Crisps
Tyson Foods' Fully Recyclable ¡YAPPAH! Snacks Fight Food Waste
28
Late-Night Meat-Topped Fries
The Jack in the Box Sauced & Loaded Fries Come in Three Varieties
27
Fully Automated Sushi Restaurants
Japan's Muten Kura is Run Entirely by Robots
26
Push-Up Rainbow Hummus Pops
Flatbread Grill Created a Diversity-Celebrating Treat for Pride
25
Sandwich-Sized Gift Card Promotions
The Subway France Sub Gold 30 Card Offers a Year of Free Food
24
Streaming-Friendly Popcorn Snacks
These Epic Popcorn Tubs Have Been Developed for Binge Watchers
23
GMO-Free Corn Snacks
The RW Garcia Organic Corn Chips are Crunchy and Flavorful
22
Textured Fruit Yogurt Drinks
These Yili Yogurt Drinks are Packed in Resealable Containers
21
Donut-Shaped Chicken Snacks
'Donugs' are a New Hybrid Indulgence for Foodies to Enjoy
20
Bourbon-Infused Snack Chips
The Burts Chips Jim Beam Original BBQ Crisps are Flavorful
19
Antioxidant-Rich Energy Drinks
The Yusa Energy Tea Contains No Added Caffeine
18
LGBT Celebration Coffee Cups
The Costa Coffee Rainbow Cups Mark Pride Month in the UK
17
Ice Cream-Flavored Cereals
The Malt-O-Meal & Cold Stone Creamery Cereal is Satisfying
16
Superfood-Infused Prepackaged Teas
The 8th Wonder Tea Beverages are 100% Organic and Non-GMO
15
Pudding-Stuffed Doughnuts
Krispy Kreme is Celebrating Summer with a New Banana Pudding Doughnut
14
Boldly Branded Olive Oils
'Brightland' is Extra Virgin Olive Oil for Millennial Foodies
13
Oversized Tortilla Chips
Doritos Created Giant Chips to Celebrate Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
12
Vegan-Friendly Protein Snacks
The Real Handful Protein Bars are Made with Plant-Based Ingredients
11
Ice Cream-Inspired Cereals
The General Mills Dippin’ Dots Cereal Comes in Two Tasty Flavors
10
Banana Flour Yogurts
IAG is Developing a New Non-Dairy Yogurt Made with a High-Starch Fruit
9
Cafe-Inspired Breakfast Pastries
These New Pillsbury Toaster Strudel Flavors are Decadent
8
Mobile S'mores Vehicles
SmashMallow is Giving Away Free S'mores Nationwide for the Summer
7
Fast Food Szechuan Burgers
McDonald's Chinese Szechuan Burger Was Released with Its New Menu
6
Crunchy Protein-Rich Meat Chips
The Gone Rogue High Protein Chips are a Tasty Snack Alternative
5
Indulgent Father's Day Cakes
These Baskin-Robbins Cakes Celebrate Parents in a Delicious Way
4
Frozen Oven-Fired Meatballs
The New Rosina Artisan Meatballs Come in Three Delicious Varieties
3
Battered Cookie Creations
The Deep-Fried Oreos are Meant to Give You a Taste of the State Fair
2
Patented Nutrition Child Formulas
The Danone Aptamil Baby Formulas Ensure Optimal Nutrition
1
Dark Chocolate Dessert Hummus
Boar's Head Dark Chocolate Hummus Pairs with Fruit, Crackers & More
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Paid Influencer Apps
Heartbeat Helps Users Get Paid to Post on Instagram
Portable Camping Burners
nCamp's Wood Burning Stove is an Alumium and Durable Camping Accessory
Modular Camper Kitchens
The 'TK Van' Features a Removable Stove Pod and Carbon Block Water Filter
Snackable Pulled Pork Jerky
Oberto is Launching Its First-Ever Pulled Pork Jerky
Indulgent Plant-Based Protein Bars
TRUWOMEN's Bars are Powered by Plants and Inspired by Desserts
Double Hammock Tents
The Vertex by Clark Outdoor is a Lightweight and Modern Camping Alternative
Cold Brew Coffee Makers
The Barista Cold Brew is Efficient and Easy-to-Operate
Smoke-Free Indoor Grills
The TeChef 'True Grill Pan' Works on Your Stovetop
Elegant Non-Dairy Collections
'Cocot' Sets Itself Apart as a High-End Dairy Alternative Brand
Ultra-Fast Infrared Grills
The NORTHFIRE 'Inferno' Instantly Heats Up for Quick Cooking
Egg-Packed Protein Snacks
The NuGo Nutrition Egg White Protein Bars are Non-GMO
THC-Infused Sunscreens
Evergreen Organix's SPF + THC Sunscreen Boasts Anti-Aging Ingredients
Summer-Ready Flavorful Organic Sodas
Red Bull Organics Has No Artificial Ingredients in Its Recipe
Cutting-Edge Cocktail Bars
The Untitled Bar in London Offers High-End Drinks in a Modern Setting
Frozen Treat Youth Backpacks
Selfridges' Sunnylife Ice Cream Backpack is Cute and Durable
Automated Meal-Flavoring Appliances
The 'Spicer' Appliance Measures Out the Perfect Level of Spice
Hybrid Sport Bar Activities
The Fowling Warehouse Fuses Bowling, Football and Horseshoes
Hidden Hotel Speakeasies
63 Wall Street's New Speakeasy is a Luxe Residents-Only Lounge
Lightly Sweetened Protein Yogurts
The YQ by Yoplait Yogurt Focuses on Consumer Feedback
Industrial Agriculture Robots
The 'EcoBarrow' Can be Used in a Multitude of Different Ways
Lush Vietnamese Restaurant Interiors
Huy Bui Created a Natural Environment for Restaurant Di An Di
Science-Based Cannabis Perfumes
Wilde Vertigga's Cannabis Aroma is Based on the Afghan Kush Strain
Pizza-Themed Wedding Bouquets
Villa Italian Kitchen Made a Pizza Bouquet & a Matching Boutonniere
Mainstream Artisan-Inspired Cookies
The New Nabisco Oreos Come in Two Distinct Flavors
High-Tech Sous Vide Devices
The Mellow Sous-Vide Integrates Advanced Technology
Multi-Sensory Wine Pop-Ups
Rosé Mansion Offers an Educational, Experiential Look at Pink Wine
Fast Food Card Games
'Reel It In' is a Card Game for Kids Based on McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish
Mediterranean Food Hybrids
SAJJ Mixes Flavors and Cultures with Its Shawafel Burrito Offering
Fresh Protein Bar Shops
Macaw! Foods Sells Protein Bars Out of a Brick-and-Mortar Shop
Summery Cold Coffee Menus
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Seasonal Summer Menu is Thirst-Quenching
Health-Focused Pressed Fruit Bars
KIND's New Range of Bars Boasts Delicious Pressed Ingredients
Functional Fruit Water
Solan de Cabras Offers Beverages for 'Defence' and 'Repair'
Caffeinated Acai Bowls
Juice It Up!'s Cold Brew Acai Bowl Can Serve as a Stand-In for Coffee
Self-Supporting Pizza Box Packaging
Boston Pizza & John St. Launch an Ultra-Convenient Packaging
AR Nail Polish Apps
'Wanna Nail' Lets Users Try Nail Polish Using Augmented Reality
Smart Pour-Over Coffee Brewers
The Cora Coffee Brewer's Smart Scale Revolutionizes the Experience
Unconventional Seasonal Ice Creams
Salt & Straw and Chefs Created New Seasonal Ice Cream Flavors
Fragrance-Free Menstrual Oils
Evergreen Organix Menstrual Relief Oil is to Be Applied to Tampons
Functional Spice Blends
Spiced Nutrition Assembles Herbs and Spices Based on Nutrients & Flavor
Cold-Brewed Mountain Teas
TΣAI is a Chilled, Ready-to-Drink Take on Greek Mountain Tea
Community-Oriented Shuffleboard Bars
Block Party Boasts a Spacious Patio and Summery Entertainment
Adjustable Biomass-Burning Stoves
The FYRO Stove Offers Consistent Heat for Cooking and Grilling
Family-Focused Herbal Teas
Nipper & Co. Makes Teas for Pregnant and Nursing Women, and Kids
Late-Night Meat-Topped Fries
The Jack in the Box Sauced & Loaded Fries Come in Three Varieties
Fully Automated Sushi Restaurants
Japan's Muten Kura is Run Entirely by Robots
Drinkable Oat Yogurts
Hälsa Oatgurt is Free From Soy, Dairy, Gums, Carrageenan and More
Textured Fruit Yogurt Drinks
These Yili Yogurt Drinks are Packed in Resealable Containers
Biodegradable Playing Cards
'oh/crop' is a Playing Card Game Design with a Sustainable Twist
Steel Wilderness Pocket Knives
The White River Firecraft Knife is Practical and Stylish
Portable Aluminum Smoker Grills
The New PKTX Grill is a Durable Cooker That Was Made for Mobility
Energizing Plant Protein Granolas
Clif Energy Granola Features Eight Grams of Plant-Based Protein
Vegan-Friendly Protein Snacks
The Real Handful Protein Bars are Made with Plant-Based Ingredients
Ice Cream-Inspired Cereals
The General Mills Dippin’ Dots Cereal Comes in Two Tasty Flavors
Banana Flour Yogurts
IAG is Developing a New Non-Dairy Yogurt Made with a High-Starch Fruit
Cafe-Inspired Breakfast Pastries
These New Pillsbury Toaster Strudel Flavors are Decadent
Cooking Show Host Pizzerias
The Pioneer Woman is Set to Open a Pizza Shop Called P-Town Pizza
Crunchy Protein-Rich Meat Chips
The Gone Rogue High Protein Chips are a Tasty Snack Alternative
Pizza-Funded Road Paving
The Domino's Paving for Pizza Initiative Aims to Fix Pothole-Ridden Roads
Almond Butter Powders
Barney Butter's Almond Butter Powder Boasts Reduced Fat
Herbal Pregnancy Chews
Traditional Medicinals Makes Individually Wrapped Herbal Supplements
Minty Ice Cream Pizzas
Chocolatier Max Brenner Now Sells a Fresh Mint Chocolate Pizza
Bunny-Inspired Lemon Tarts
Io Design Studio's Artistic Desserts are Completely Instagrammable
Baked Veggie-Based Snack Chips
The New Bare Snacks Vegetable Chips Come in Three Varieties
TV Show-Themed Sundaes
The Ben & Jerry's Bluth's Banana Stand Sundae is Limited-Edition
Gourmet Restaurant Robot Waiters
'Robot' Employs a Fleet of Robotic Waiters
Summery Foam-Topped Teas
The Starbucks Cold Foam Tea Lemonades are Refreshingly Different
Dark Chocolate Dessert Hummus
Boar's Head Dark Chocolate Hummus Pairs with Fruit, Crackers & More
Luxe Private Mansion Hotels
The Ellerman House Hotel Features the New Bar Roc Restaurant
Icelandic Cheese Spreads
Arla Foods' Cream Cheese Spread is Prepared with Icelandic Yogurt
Storage-Integrated Bedroom Lamps
The 'Svamp' Bedside Lamp Keeps Essentials Stylishly Organized
Rich Whipped Strawberry Beverages
Starbucks' Serious Strawberry Frappuccino Satisfies Sweet Tooths
Exotically Flavored Cannabis Candies
The Wana Brands Yuzu Sour Gummies Offer a Consistent Dose
Chocolate Cold Brew Cartons
Biggby Coffee Now Offers Ready-to-Drink Cold Brew Beverages
Classic American Hybrid Treats
Crag Carrick's Donug is an Unconventional and Tasty Food Hybrid
Customizable Cold Brew Coffee
7-Eleven's Cold Brew Iced Coffee is Available at a Discounted Price
Mainstream Cold Brew Drinks
The New McDonald's Cold Brew Frozen Coffees are Indulgent
Hands-Free Drone Umbrellas
Asahi Power Service is Prototyping a Hands-Free Umbrella for the Future
Affordable Cured Sushi
Okozushi Brings Kyoto-Style Sushi to New York's Expansive Sushi Scene
Allergy-Specific Recipe Books
#AllergicToEverything Offers Dishes for People with Allergies
Sandwich Cookie Iced Coffees
International Delight Has Just Unveiled Oreo Iced Coffee
Superhero-Inspired Ice Creams
Nestle Launched Light Ice Creams from Dreyer's and Edy's in Fun Tubs
Dairy-Based Meat Substitutes
Valio MiFU is a Dairy-Based Product That Replaces Meat & Poultry
Live-Cooking European Restaurants
Hugo's at Hyatt Regency Delivers a Unique Dining Experience
Smoothie-Filled Energy Bars
These New Clif Bar Energy Bar Snacks Promote Sustained Energy
Globally Inspired Almond Snacks
Departure Snacks Makes Nut Flavors Like Mediterranean Za'atar
Instructional Knife Cookbooks
Sharp by Josh Donald Offers High-end Techniques and Recipes
Shortened Beer Pint Glasses
'The Tubby' Offers the Best Way to Consume 16 Ounces of Anything
Vegan Deviled Eggs
London's Mao Chow Serves an Innovative, Plant-Based Egg Dish
Nostalgic Caramel Ice Creams
Ben & Jerry's Created a Special Stash Dessert Inspired by a 90s Song
Diversity-Promoting Bread Products
Bimbo's Integrated Bread Puts Many Types in a Single Package
Natural Potassium-Packed Cereals
The Kellogg’s Raisin Bran with Bananas is Tasty and Nutritious
Cheesy Taco-Flavored Crackers
Cheez-It Has Released a Cheesy New Flavor That Tastes Like Tacos
Summery Marshmallow Confections
Russel Stover Launched Summer Dream Chocolate-Covered Marshmallows
Decadent Dark Chocolate Liquors
Bouvery Chocolate Vodka is Made with Fair Trade Organic Cocoa
Pizza-Making Indie Games
'Good Pizza, Great Pizza' Encompasses Pizzeria Life in a Charming Way
Charitable Pizza Rebrands
Blaze Pizza is Teaming Up with (RED) to Support the Fight Against AIDS
Hand-Pulled Noodle Restaurants
Simmer Huang Makes Noodles Right by a Guest's Table Side
Fruit-Infused Iced Herbal Teas
Lipton's Summer Flavors Include Mango, Berry and Melon Infusions