Seasonal trends reports for global multinational
We produced 4 seasonal trends reports for a major flavour and fragrance house, honing in on drinks and global Café Culture.
Flavour insight for Speciality Food
Speciality Food asked for our expert take on consumer demand for fruitier and spicier flavours for their regular ‘Trendwatch’ feature.
Redefining value in luxury F&B
Luxury food and drink brands are rewriting what it means to offer something truly worth having. Read our insights for Fox Quarterly exploring the new codes of value.
Financial Times: Ube food trend
The Financial Times contacted us to get our expert take on the ube drinks trend following recent launches in the UK.
Oh crumbs: what's behind the Biscoff trend
The Guardian contacted Harris and Hayes for our expert take on the Biscoff trend, which was then picked up by The Week.
2027 Drinks Forecast: The Future Laboratory
We informed the latest The Future Laboratory Drinks report - predicting what’s next for the category over the coming year.
Expert Interview: Sauces+
We collaborated with a US-based strategy and innovation agency on the future of sauces for a bespoke client project.
The Guardian: hot honey trend
The Guardian contacted us for our expert take on the hot honey trend, after the release of Walkers hot honey crisps.
Spring/ Summer 2026 Soft Serve & Shake Forecast for Comelle
We were invited to collaborate on future soft serve and shake trends for Comelle. The trends, flavours and formats influencing Summer and beyond.
How FMCG can jump on social food trends
Food Navigator asked for our opinion on how FMCG can innovate at speed to take advantage of the latest social food and drink trends.
The 6 trends (and countertrends) that will define 2026
We predict which six big food and drink trends will battle for dominance this year. From GLP-1 and climate change, to maxxing and moderation, here’s what you need to know about food and drink for 2026.
The future of hospitality in the home
We joined TrendBible to discuss the future of food and drink in the home space. We shared our take on the future of hospitality in the home, and how emerging food and drink trends are changing our domestic landscape.
Huffington Post & Financial Times: Matcha trend
Huffington Post contacted Harris and Hayes for our expert take on matcha and the consumer trends behind it, including colour, limited time offers and contrasting flavours.
Future of Food Festival 2025
We were thrilled to be a part of the Regent Street Future of Food Festival again, in collaboration with the Crown Estate. We sat on the sold out Female Trail Blazers & Future Gazers panel, chaired by Shelia Dillon.
BBC Radio 4: Live interview
Live on BBC Radio 4, we chatted to You & Yours about the rising trend for mega deli sandwiches, and how to get one tattooed on your arm. Listen to the episode…
Forbes interview: Crumbl cookies
Forbes news outlet asked Harris and Hayes for our expert take on Crumbl cookies. We explored how ‘event eating’ shapes snacking culture, and what’s next for indulgence and escapism in bakery.
Getting under the skin of the Condiment Craze for Bloomberg
Bloomberg contacted us for comment on how and why Bachan’s Japanese Barbecue Sauce has become so successful. We shared our insights on the category context as well as the bigger ‘Premium Pantry’ trend this plays into. Read more…
Exploring the rise of matcha with Monocle Radio
We were delighted to be interviewed by Monocle Radio for our expert take on the rise of matcha. Read more…
How US ice cream brands are catering to next gen foodies
A research project for Canvas8 saw us exploring the importance of flavour innovation and community engagement in driving ice cream demand. Read more…
Riverford Feature
The editorial team at Riverford requested our expert take on veggie burgers and the development of plant-based alternatives. Wicked Leeks is their print and online magazine which joins the dots between food, farming and politics. Read more…