FIVE FOOD TRENDS TO FOLLOW IN 2019:

FAUX MEAT We have the vegan boom to thank for the different parev ‘meat’ options popping up. Made from a range of different foods — from soya roots to mushrooms, the new wave of veggie burgers have the texture of meat and even ‘bleed’ onto your plate. How about a hechshered cheeseburger?

SHARING IS CARING

We’ve been sharing our starters and main courses for a few years now. But if you can’t bear to part with your pud, watch out. Kosher caterers report that big bowls of desserts are on the menu for 2019 simchas.

FREED FROM Veganism is also reflected in the kosher sector. From dairy-free yoghurts, iced desserts and puddings to jelly sweets, there is a huge range of parev options out there. There has also been a rise in gluten free products, including granola, bread and cake mixes.

ISRAELI FOOD Still growing in popularity around the world. Falafel, hummus and tahina have made it mainstream. If chef Assaf Granit (Machneyuda; The Palomar; The Coal Office) is to be believed, we’ll be seeing even more Israeli eateries on our shores soon.

POP UPS Expect to see more pop ups from kosher caterers. A chance for those us not in the simchah zone to experience their hospitality. Food Story are planning their next event for February.