The food and drink industry is always evolving, and there are some exciting new trends emerging every week!

Chick’n and Waffles Ice Cream?

One of the latest food trends is the introduction of chicken and waffles ice cream by Baskin-Robbins. This unique flavour combines the delicious taste of buttermilk waffles with crispy chick’n pieces and a bourbon-maple syrup swirl. Although it may seem like an unconventional combination, it's definitely worth a try.

Step aside Espresso martini

Another new trend in the drink industry is the matcha martini. This bright green cocktail has been gaining popularity on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, and there are various ways to make it. Most recipes include vodka and matcha powder, but some add vanilla syrup, heavy cream, white chocolate liqueur, or even rum or tequila blanco. This drink is the perfect choice for those who want a more subtle energy boost.

How to make the most perfect roasted veggies!

If you're looking for a new recipe to try in the kitchen, consider making roasted veggies. However, for the perfect crispy edges and sweet caramelization, it's best to roast them on an unlined sheet pan. This allows the veggies to brown and crisp faster than they would on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.

Let’s break this down: would you line your cast-iron skillet with foil or parchment before trying to sear a steak? You wouldn't, because it's the contact of the meat against the hot pan that creates caramelization. Roasting vegetables on an unlined sheet pan works the same way. The vegetables brown and crisp faster than a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Yes, the parchment helps with clean up but it also inhibits browning and evaporation which means the veggies are more wet than roasted.

have you tried microwave mashed potatoes?

Another quick and easy recipe to try is microwave mashed potatoes. This method involves microwaving peeled potato chunks in a covered bowl until they are fork-tender, then mashing them with warm creme Fraîche, butter, garlic, chives, salt, and pepper.

Recipe

Microwave Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

2 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1/2 cup Creme Fraiche
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon Garlic powder
Sprinkle of chopped fresh chives
Koser salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

• Rinse the peeled potato chunks and put them in a large microwave-safe bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and cut a small vent in the top for steam to escape.

• Microwave on high for 9 to 12 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork tender.

• Using oven mitts or kitchen towel, carefully remove the bowl from the microwave. If necessary, transfer to a larger bowl for mashing.

• In a microwave save measuring cup add the creme Fraîche, butter and warm in the microwave until the butter is melted, from 30 to 50 seconds.

• Add 1/4 of the warm creme fraiche mixture to the hot potatoes and mash with a hand masher. Add more of the remaining creme Fraîche and butter as needed until smooth and creamy. Add garlic, chives, salt and pepper to taste, and mix well.

In conclusion, there are many exciting new trends emerging in the food and drink industry every week. Whether it's trying a unique ice cream flavour, experimenting with a new cocktail, or testing out a different cooking technique, there's always something new and delicious to discover.

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