Chris Blythe
Comment & OpinionWhat the UK can learn from US packaging
In the context of pack design there are differences in nuance, tone, and what each nation finds important to communicate, says Chris Blythe, director of The Brand Nursery
Comment & OpinionTrendy categories are fragile. Here’s a Prime example
Mistaking fleeting conformity for long-term commitment is a gamble that can leave once-thriving categories struggling to survive, says Chris Blythe, director of The Brand Nursery
Analysis & FeaturesFour key drivers of food & drink NPD in 2024
‘Feel better’ and ‘right & relevant’ are set to become key drivers of innovation
Analysis & Features‘Fish dogs’, potato milk and beer cheese: the highlights from Anuga 2023
A fishy take on the hot dog, insect flour and boozy cheese were among the notable innovations at the biennial trade show
Comment & OpinionNew York Fancy Food Show 2023: seven emerging trends
Joyful marketing and ‘flavour pearls’ were on the menu, says Chris Blythe, director at The Brand Nursery
Analysis & FeaturesNew York Fancy Food Show 2022: top 10 emerging food trends
From mushroom crisps to collagen bars, The Brand Nursery director Chris Blythe rounds up the key points of interest
Comment & OpinionHow are food shopping habits changing during lockdown?
The current crisis has dramatically affected the way we plan and eat our meals, says Chris Blythe, director of The Brand Nursery
Comment & OpinionMindful food shopping has a new meaning - and is more important than ever
Our current, more mindful than ever, habits may stick, says Chris Blythe, director at The Brand Nursery
Comment & OpinionWhy Veganuary might not be around for much longer
Thousands of Brits will embrace a plant-based diet next month to celebrate Veganuary, says Chris Blythe, director at The Brand Nursery
Comment & OpinionRetail must reflect mindful consumer attitudes on food and packaging
Public attitudes towards recycling and the impact of plastics on our planet are increasingly informed, says Chris Blythe, director at The Brand Nursery
Analysis & Features10 emerging food & drink trends from the New York Fancy Food Show 2019
Every year, New York’s Fancy Food Show is a showcase for many of the world’s most interesting and innovative food & drink brands. Here, The Brand Nursery director Chris Blythe highlights 10 key trends to watch
Comment & OpinionWhy recyclable packaging will become a 'must-have' in 2019
Growing consumer awareness could hasten the demise of black plastic, says Chris Blythe, director of The Brand Nursery
Comment & OpinionWhat's new in New York? Top 10 food trends from The Fancy Food Show 2018
The Brand Nursery has been attending the show for a decade now and we’ve developed a keen eye for emerging trends. Here’s what we spotted in 2018
Analysis & FeaturesThe top 10 new food trends from the Fancy Food Show
The Javits Centre revealed the direction of travel for innovators
Comment & OpinionThe British are coming. But not just yet
New York’s Fancy Food Show is a prime opportunity for UK food & drink to showcase its wares. But this year’s British presence was underwhelming, says Chris Blythe of The Brand Nursery
Comment & OpinionSuccessful NPD is about core values
It’s important we seek out new ways to expand our brand portfolio, and that we do so in a planned and thoughtful manner
Analysis & FeaturesFancy Food Show 2016: the 10 biggest trends
From ‘jam is back’ to ’new ways with ice cream’ - here’s what you need to know about the top trends exhibited in New York City this year
Comment & OpinionAnuga offers new takes on sweetness, size and protein
Chris Blythe of The Brand Nursery rounds up the key trends from this year’s show
Analysis & FeaturesFancy Food Show in New York showcases trending NPD
The Fancy Food Show in New York City is a fantastic showcase of all that is interesting and innovative in gourmet and natural foods
Comment & OpinionScience won't reveal the whole truth
In a webinar I joined, Google Glass was presented as more cost-effective eye-tracking than current research technology…