It seems that 2018 is the year for even more adventurous veggie and vegan cuisine options, as the world moves increasingly closer to a health conscious existence. If you’re wondering what to expect in the new year, check out these food trends that are sure to shape our culinary experiences:

1. Gut-Friendly Food: You can take the roughest of raw vegetables, like cucumbers, beets, garlic and more, and turn them into a more digestible alternative with fermenting. Adding pickling and vinegar can help break down the vegetables before you consume them, helping them to still retain their nutritional value.
2. Booze-Free Beverages: No, you don’t need to booze the year away to have fun and enjoy fun and colorful drinks. Premium tonic waters with interesting flavors and non-alcoholic spirits are a great way to socialize without leaving a sober state.
3. Hawaiian Food: You have probably heard of poke bowls by now. Hawaiian food has gone mainstream as its reliance on fresh fish, healthy fats like avocados, and rice with fruit make them an awesome and healthy option.
4. Specialized Tea: You can enjoy decadent, delicious drinks with zero calories included. Different iced tea variations with fruits added, some honey here and there, you have a delicious drink that is complementary to your diet.
5. Local Food: Eat local, buy local. It’s better for you and your local economy. Becoming more popular, definitely consider stopping by local Farmer’s Markets this year to help farmers and your body.

Food trends are the best types of trends for making the world, and your health, a better place. It’s possible to eat healthier, with more delicious and nutritious options, while bettering local economies and communities today.