# Artisanal Cured Meat Snacks The Piller's Fine Foods Salami Chips and Whips are High-Quality By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-11-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillers-fine-foods References: [delimarketnews](https://www.delimarketnews.com/meat/pillers-fine-foods-stephanie-egan-talks-black-kassels-new-salami-whips-and-salami-chips/robert-schaulis/mon-11132017-1133/5241) The Piller's Fine Foods Salami Chips and Whips come as a satisfying snack option that are positioned as a treat to be enjoyed solo or with others. The snacks are shelf-stable, which means they don't need to be refrigerated and feature an array of tasty flavors that are all free from MSG, lactose and the majority of other allergens. The packaging is kept simple and easy to access, while also boasting a resealable design that can be enjoyed whenever desired. The Piller's Fine Foods Salami Chips and Whips are positioned as a competitive [artisan snack option](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coro-foods) for those who are maintaining a [high protein diet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highprotein-snack-line). This makes them suitable as a snack or as part of a larger meal including other [free-from foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simply-snacks). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Artisanal Snack Options:** The Piller's Fine Foods Salami Chips and Whips cater to the growing demand for high-quality, artisanal snack options. - **Shelf-stability:** The snacks capitalize on the trend of shelf-stable snacks that can be enjoyed anytime, anywhere. - **Free-from Foods:** The snacks tap into the rising popularity of free-from foods by offering flavors that are free from MSG, lactose, and other allergens. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Snack Food Industry:** The Piller's Fine Foods Salami Chips and Whips present an innovative product for the snack food industry, catering to consumers looking for unique and high-quality snacks. - **Protein Supplement Industry:** The snacks offer a disruptive innovation opportunity for the protein supplement industry by providing a convenient and tasty high-protein snack option. - **Health Food Industry:** The snacks align with the health food industry's focus on free-from foods, making them a competitive offering in this market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gourmet Charcuterie Meat Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salami-sticks.md) - [Savory-Sweet Snack Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olli-snack-packs.md) - [Slow-Aged Salami Meat Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volpi-salami-stix.md) - [CPG Charcuterie Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepperoni-mozzarella-snack-pack.md) - [Uncured Charcuterie Meats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/margherita-allnatural-charcuterie-cuts.md) - [Single-Serve Snacking Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hillshire-snacking-dips-and-spreads.md) - [Bite-Sized Cured Meat Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-mad-butcher-bites.md) - [Preservative-Free Cured Meats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olli-salumeria.md) - [Continental Charcuterie-Inspired Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bodega-snacking-duo.md)