Over the past two years, plant-based food consumption has grown by 49% across the EU, reaching a total sales volume of €3.6 billion.
Is Kosher Food the Next Food Trend?
2025-05-15
Vegetarianism, veganism, kale, avocados, and more have all contributed significantly to our healthy diets. These are all food trends, some of which have become popular in the past five years. Similarly, there are kosher guidelines for those who follow a Jewish diet.
As food trends continue to develop, these trends are expected to rise again in 2016 and 2017. Why is interest in kosher food continuing to rise, and what does this mean for the development of the food industry?
Healthy eating
The rise in kosher-certified food is primarily due to its perceived health benefits. Often, food trends stem from increased consumer awareness rather than a genuine dietary need. However, as people begin to realize the health benefits of a regular kosher diet, the consumption of kosher food is on the rise.
For vegetarians, consuming kosher food offers a sense of security, as there are no hidden meats in the products. Furthermore, kosher food is considered healthier because kosher certification requires stricter screening of ingredients. Parve kosher on food packaging signifies that the product is free of meat. Fruits and vegetables are also carefully selected and prepared, especially leafy produce like lettuce and cabbage.
From a nutritional perspective, we cannot say that a kosher diet is healthier. However, from a safety perspective, it is a healthier choice due to the comprehensive display of raw materials. Transparency is indeed a major advantage of kosher food.
Cooking Wisdom
Another factor driving this surge in popularity comes from the culinary world. Chefs are the driving force behind this trend, developing new recipes that honor this tradition and connect to the past through food. This has spread to cities with large Jewish communities—large cities in the United States, such as New York—and has also spread to the UK and European shores.
The Future of Kosher
As kosher consumption continues to rise, more and more products and companies will need to obtain kosher certification. Manufacturers need to keep up with the times and obtain certification to capitalize on the latest consumer dietary trends. Those who follow closely will undoubtedly benefit in the long run.
So, in the long run, will kosher become the next food trend, just like gluten-free? All signs point to yes. Like all trends, it will only get stronger over time.