UK-based brand Merchant Gourmet has launched a new plant-based product for consumers to pick up this holiday season as a way to enjoy some of the best flavors of the season. The limited-edition Merchant Gourmet Spiced Grains & Chestnuts with Wild Rice & Cranberries is suitable for being enjoyed on its own or used to craft a range of plant-based seasonal dishes like stews, stuffing balls and more. The fiber-rich product is crafted without preservatives or artificial colors in the mix.
Managing Director at Merchant Gourmet Richard Peake spoke on the new Merchant Gourmet Spiced Grains & Chestnuts with Wild Rice & Cranberries saying, "We’re really excited to be adding Spiced Grains & Chestnuts to our range, providing shoppers with a new and exciting product that is specially designed to complement festive dishes. [Chestnut]…is a staple for many throughout the festive season and we believe the new pouch will be popular amongst those looking for plant-based alternatives this Christmas.”
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Plant-based Holiday Season Products
- Brand companies should develop limited-edition plant-based products to cater to consumers who want healthy and nutritious alternatives for the holiday season.
- Fiber-rich Snacks
- Investing in the production of high fiber snacks can help fight against health problems like high blood pressure and obesity, and help foster healthy lifestyles.
- Preservative-free Foods
- The creation and promotion of preservative-free foods promotes health consciousness and can attract consumers looking to reduce their intake of artificial chemicals and unhealthy additives.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Food and Beverage
- Companies in the food and beverage industry should invest resources in developing healthy and nutritious products to cater to consumers who desire healthy alternatives.
- Health and Wellness
- The promotion of high fiber diets for better health can be an attractive business opportunity for health and wellness companies to promote healthy lifestyles.
- Retail
- Retail companies can benefit from promoting healthy and natural food products, creating a niche market catering to consumers who desire healthy and nutritious options.
