Here's the highlights:
Bacon: the ultimate guilty pleasure. We all knew it was a sin, but we couldn't help ourselves.
Summer 2021: the season of reckless abandon, where everyone's taste buds did the tango with the crispy, sweet, and smoky delight.
From BLTs to breakfast sandwiches, bacon was the star of every meal, every snack, and every party.
But as with all things good, it had to come to an end. Or did it?
Read more on What Came Next?
Ketchup, the condiment king, was feeling a bit... stuck. Same old formula, same old bottle, same old label.
But not this year! The ketchup got a facelift. New label, new bottle, new flavor profile.
Now it's more than just a condiment, it's a lifestyle.
Read more on Condiment Lifestyle
Avocados were everywhere. On toast, on burgers, on salads, and even in your face.
It was like the world had gone guac-crazy.
The hipsters were leading the charge, with their artisanal, locally-sourced avocados and their Instagram-worthy guac bowls.
But as with all trends, it's time to move on. Or is it?
Read more on Avocadoculture
Lettuce, the humble leafy green, was feeling a bit... left behind.
But not anymore! With the rise of the new "Lettuce Is the New Black Tie" movement, it's time to shine.
From salads to smoothies, lettuce is the new MVP.
Read more on Lettuce Is the Star