5 Food Trends for 2026

1. Home cooking

If you want to be a domestic goddess like our queen (Nigella), then the at-home cooking trend is for you. And no, this doesn’t have to mean spending hours over a hot stove. It’s all about those special touches and handy diy kits to help make dinner at yours the night of the year. Think fun, printable menus, personalised kitchen accessories, beer bread kits and seasonings that will make everything they touch absolutely delicious. And, we’ve even got gift ideas for the at-home chefs in your life, too, if you fancy giving them a treat.

2. Functional foods
More and more, we’re seeing people seek out functional foods that make them feel good, whether that’s gut-friendly fermented pickles or protein balls to give you a boost. You can even try out these foodie trends at home, whether it’s pickling, kimchi making or trying your hand at kombucha (we’ll save you a Google, that’s fermented tea).

3. Pistachio and matcha
Green is the new black, well, at least when it comes to food anyway. And, the hype for pistachio and matcha is showing no signs of dying down. With pistachios, expect to see them unapologetically slathered in chocolate, whether it’s a show-stopping pistachio tree or an indulgent, loaded Dubai-style bar. And, with matcha, it’s more of a health conscious vibe, focusing on ceremonial-grade matcha and fun new flavours you can try out. Totally new to matcha? Read our matcha guide to get up to speed.

4. Cocktail at home
With going out costing an arm and a leg these days, it’s no surprise that cocktails at home are becoming more of a trend. Whether it’s jazzing up your bar cart (hello, pink-striped coupes) or hosting a paint and sip at home, it’s all about the joy of missing out and staying in. And, there are non-alcoholic options, too, so everyone can get involved. Know someone who loves cocktails? Let us introduce you to the ultimate gift – this personalised cocktail book from our small brand Partner, Wonderbly. They even create a cocktail recipe using their name. How genius!

5. Vegan food trends
If you thought vegan food was going out of fashion, think again. From vegan cheeses that are just as good as the real thing to instant chai, gifts for your vegan pals and recipe kits, this category is now more exciting than ever thanks to our inventive small brands. You can even have a go at making your own vegan cheese. Because why not?

Exciting news, we’ve just launched a brand-new Food Hall and you’re invited to come and rummage through the shelves. Ready to eat unique?