1. Introduction
In the midsummer, the scenery on the dining table changes quietly. In July 2025, food is not only a pleasure for the taste buds, but also a source of inspiration for urban life. Health, sustainability, innovation and cultural integration are quietly reshaping our daily diet.
2. Annual Food Trends
1. Healthy and Sustainable Diet
- Plant-based Choices: Plant protein, plant milk, gluten-free and dairy-free options are becoming increasingly abundant to meet diverse dietary needs.
- The Rise of Fermented Foods: Fermented foods such as kombucha, miso, and kimchi are favored for their probiotics and unique flavors.
- Friendly Dining Environment: Allergy-friendly menus, barrier-free spaces, and cultural tolerance have become the new standard for restaurants.
2. Innovation and Experience
- Fusion Cuisine: The combination of Chinese and Western, the collision of exotic flavors and local ingredients, inspires a new taste experience.
- Restaurant experience upgrade: Dining is no longer just about eating. Atmosphere, plating, and interactive experience have become the key to attracting customers.
- Community food economy: The “photographic” nature of food and space promotes social media sharing and exposure of catering brands.
3. New economic and consumption model
- Limited-time offers and packages: Restaurants attract rational consumers through “value-oriented” limited-time menus.
- Local ingredients and farm direct supply: Emphasize “from farm to table” to improve the freshness and sustainability of ingredients.
4. Beverage innovation
- Non-alcoholic beverages: Cold brew coffee, kombucha, and functional health drinks have become new favorites.
- Specialty drinks: Inspired by local fruits, herbs, and fermented elements, create unique flavored drinks.
3. Highlights of the summer dining table
| Category | Representative dishes/drinks | Style keywords |
|---|---|---|
| Staple food | Plant protein burgers, fermented bread | Healthy, innovative |
| Snacks | Fusion snacks, exotic platters | Diversified, cross-border |
| Desserts | Low-sugar ice cream, fermented cheese desserts | Refreshing, probiotics |
| Drinks | Cold brew coffee, non-alcoholic cocktails | Fresh, healthy |
4. Delicious dialogue between culture and region
- Globalization of Asian flavors: Chinese, Japanese, Korean and other Asian cuisines continue to lead the international trend and become the new favorite of global catering.
- Renaissance of local characteristics: Local snacks and traditional dishes are rejuvenated through innovative interpretation and become an important driving force for the “food + cultural tourism” economy.
The food world in July 2025 is a symphony of health and innovation, and a fusion of culture and experience. Every dish and every drink is an extension of the aesthetics of life. Let us taste the flavor of the times and experience a new dialogue between food and life at the dining table in midsummer.
