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Weekly Trends Roundup – 2026-01-02

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This weekly roundup lists all trends published in the last 7 days, ranked by Trend Score.

  1. Holiday dining demand pushes people to search for restaurants and fast food locations open on Christmas, prioritizing last-minute reservations, takeout, and delivery options.

  2. Morrisons teams with Applied Nutrition on 53 high-protein, GLP-1-focused meals and food-to-go. Built for smaller appetites: nutrient-dense portions, clear macros, and grab-and-go formats that keep grocery baskets full as GLP-1 use rises.
  3. 3. Prime Rib Recipe (Trend Score: 34)
    Searches rise for prime rib timing, temperatures, and resting tricks as home cooks attempt steakhouse-style roasts for celebrations.
  4. Salpicão searches surge in Brazil and beyond during December as families prep a creamy, crunchy chicken salad served cold for big gatherings, including Christmas-specific ingredient swaps and large-batch ratios.
  5. 5. Breakfast Casserole (Trend Score: 31)
    Make-ahead breakfast casseroles surge around holiday mornings and winter weekends, as hosts look for crowd-friendly dishes that bake once and serve many.
  6. Spanish-language searches rise for ensalada navideña and broader ‘ensaladas navideñas’ ideas, as cooks plan fresh, colorful holiday sides—often fruit-forward, crunchy, and either creamy or citrus-dressed—to balance heavy festive meals.
  7. 7. Holiday Recipes (Trend Score: 31)
    Shortcut holiday cooking is peaking: one-pan mains, 3-ingredient sides, and make-ahead menus. The winning posts are practical checklists with fast steps, clear timings, and “stress-free hosting” positioning.
  8. 8. Pavo Navideño (Trend Score: 30)
    Christmas turkey searches rise in Spanish as families look up marinades, oven timing, stuffing styles, and gravy tips for larger gatherings.
  9. 9. Prime Rib (Trend Score: 29)
    Prime rib rises ahead of holiday hosting as cooks look for foolproof roasting guides, timing charts, and au jus tips. The spike reflects premium-at-home entertaining: steakhouse vibes without restaurant prices.
  10. 10. Arroz Árabe (Arabic Rice) (Trend Score: 29)
    Holiday menu planning boosts searches for arroz árabe, a sweet-savory rice dish often cooked with spices, nuts, and raisins for festive tables.
  11. 11. Eggnog Drinks (Trend Score: 29)
    Eggnog spikes as creators remix it into coffee drinks, mocktails, and spice-forward homemade versions. Short videos focus on taste tests, texture, and “best store brand vs homemade” comparisons.
  12. 12. Holiday Desserts (Trend Score: 29)
    Showstopper desserts trend through cut-open reveals: layered trays, no-bake pies, and quick “fancy finish” tricks. Viewers respond to “looks expensive, costs little” and predictable success rates.
  13. A classic Brazilian festive side trends again: colorful rice with vegetables and raisins that scales well for family-style serving.
  14. Black and White Chef (흑백 요리사) and chef Son Jong-won spike together, suggesting a food-show moment that redirects viewers into restaurants and recipes. These surges trigger where-to-eat searches, chef fandom, and menu recreations.
  15. 15. Conch (Trend Score: 27)
    Interest in conch grows as travelers and home cooks look up ways to cook this coastal seafood, from fritters to stews and ceviche-style preparations.
  16. 16. Charcuterie Boards (Trend Score: 26)
    Charcuterie boards trend through themed builds: wreath boards, color rules, and budget vs premium comparisons. Viewers want shopping lists, layout formulas, and fast assembly that still looks high-end.
  17. 17. Cranberry Everything (Trend Score: 26)
    Cranberry trends across sauces, cocktail add-ins, candied garnishes, and leftover hacks. The tart-sweet contrast plus vivid red visuals make it a reliable seasonal “instant holiday” ingredient.
  18. 18. Pudim (Condensed Milk Flan) (Trend Score: 25)
    Pudim searches climb as home bakers crave an easy, silky dessert made with condensed milk and a glossy caramel top.
  19. 19. Coquito (Trend Score: 25)
    Coquito gains momentum via family-recipe storytelling, dairy-free swaps, and batch bottling for gifting. The content hook is creamy texture, cinnamon finish, and “tradition in a glass” framing.
  20. 20. Cheeseboard (Trend Score: 24)
    Cheeseboards surge as the cleaner, simpler cousin of charcuterie. Pairing guides (cheese + jam + cracker) and minimal styling drive saves, while creators compete on texture variety and “perfect bite” builds.
  21. 21. Yule Log (Bûche de Noël) (Trend Score: 24)
    Seasonal baking spikes yule log searches for rolling techniques, ganache textures, and decoration shortcuts for a centerpiece dessert.
  22. 22. UG Beverages (Trend Score: 24)
    UG beverages trend as consumers search a specific drink brand or cafe menu, likely driven by viral flavors and limited cups. It mirrors beverage culture: collectible packaging, seasonal recipes, and shareable first-sip reactions.
  23. Chef-linked searches rise as viewers try to replicate signature dishes after a video segment or headline boosts visibility.
  24. Wendys stock news signals heightened attention on a major fast-food brand, tied to earnings, expansion, or menu strategy headlines. For consumers, it shows how QSR brands shape taste through promos, tech, and value bundles.
  25. 25. King of Meat (Trend Score: 21)
    The “King of Meat” name pops up for high-end steakhouses and a gamified meat-themed challenge, blurring lines between dining, branding and gaming culture.
  26. 26. Niños Envueltos (Trend Score: 21)
    Interest rises in Latin American “envueltos” – corn-based or beef-roll dishes wrapped and simmered, often compared to tamales or cabbage rolls in foodie explainer content.
  27. 27. Kazunoko (Herring Roe) (Trend Score: 20)
    Kazunoko (herring roe) climbs as Japans New Year food season approaches. Searches focus on soaking, seasoning, and serving with kombu or bonito, highlighting how traditional osechi ingredients resurface annually with nostalgia and ritual.