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Top 10 Food Trends to Try This July (2025 Edition)

This summer’s food scene is bursting with bold flavors, playful formats, and nostalgic twists. Whether you’re a foodie, a curious snacker, or just looking to spice up your next meal, here are the top 10 food trends making waves in July 2025.

  1. Pickle Everything
    Pickles are having a moment. From Cup Noodles’ dill pickle ramen to pickle juice slushies at Sonic and pickle-topped pizza, the briny trend is everywhere.
  2. Cherry on Top
    Cherry is summer’s standout flavor. Look for cherry-infused drinks, desserts, and lattes at chains like Starbucks and Blue Bottle.
  3. Fruit Pastry Art
    Bakeries are going viral with hyper-realistic fruit-shaped pastries—like mango mousse and strawberry domes—that look too pretty to eat.
  4. Freeze-Dried Crunch
    TikTok is fueling a love for freeze-dried candies and snacks with a crunch—think mushroom chips and crispy marshmallows.
  5. Tea-Based Everything
    Chai, matcha, and sparkling teas are taking over menus, bringing comfort, flavor, and a wellness vibe.
  6. Protein-Packed Treats
    From plant-based dumplings to banana cold foam with 15g of protein, high-protein snacks are getting creative.
  7. Pistachio Power
    Pistachio is popping up in everything from sauces to desserts to cocktails, offering a savory-sweet profile.
  8. Botanical Cocktails
    Drinks get floral with elderflower, hibiscus, and cucumber-mint flavors—especially in spritzes and freezer martinis.
  9. Sweet Heat
    Spicy meets sweet in hot honey, chili crisp toppings, and even spicy white wine blends.
  10. Comfort Food Fusion
    Global comfort foods—like hibachi bowls and dumpling hybrids—are being reimagined with new flavors and formats.

From street eats to backyard BBQs, July’s food trends are all about fun, flavor, and fresh ideas. Which trend will you try first?

Jan 3 2025

“A cardinal lives in a tree of hope and love. (S)He is the guardian of all our wishes and dreams.”– Unknown.

Photo by Dmitri Sotnikov

Day three. What have I added to my day? Exercise. A gym trip today is needed, and I will go with B. – maybe even N? Need a moment to do some college work for B.

I am glad for the holidays, yet I am eager to return our home to its normal undecorated state. The incoming cold temps coming to the NE make me eager to hibernate this weekend while also including time to see visiting family tonight and Sunday. Fireplaces, red wine, and a good book are on my mind. Also, there will be another viewing of Wicked, if I am being honest. 🙂

WEAR: Gotta be honest. All the hype around expensive leggings has me appreciating my Crzy Yoga Amazon find. These are in heavy rotation: a great deep brown color for the girlies staying on trend.

EAT: Dinner plans tonight: homemade pizza! Great dough recipe here. B. made one NYE and topped it with ricotta, fresh figs, mushrooms, and prosciutto. Immediately a fam. favorite.

GRATITUDE: Coffee with Hubs., communication with my BILs, a plan to see my parents before they fly to warmer climes, and an unexpected morning visitor…

As I sat here this morning, I was visited by a female cardinal with a perfect red-orange plume. She landed and paused on the windowsill, looking into my office and watching me for a moment before taking flight again. It felt extraordinary to have a personal visit from her, and it served as a reminder to put some birdfeed out.

There is lore about cardinals being a divine visit from angels or someone you loved who passed. Female cardinals hold their legacy as symbols of the strength and resilience of women, encouraging their humans to embrace their unique qualities and stand tall in their endeavors. Her presence hints at hidden strength and the courage to tackle life’s challenges.

A beautiful message for the day and one I am grateful for.

Sunday dinner. It’s supposed to be a moment in time- everyone around the table, conversation & table clothes and tea lights.

At best it’s a quick dash to get food to the table after a day of running around. Today I had some extra time (what is that!?!) so I decided to pull out the good knife & ingredients and go to town.

There wasn’t any talking- everyone enjoyed it so. It was bursting with flavors- that spoke of spring and warmth. Oh yea this crew is ready for that.

Until ‘warm’ is here for the long haul, we are happy to infuse dinner with the flavors & heat of spring & summer. I promise – it’s easy. Let me know if you love these dishes too.