Industry Insights

As we embark on a new year, we eagerly anticipate the months ahead in the world of pastry trends. From innovative flavors and new textures to an increased use of clean-label ingredients, let’s explore some of 2025’s Top Pastry and Baking Consumer Expectations! Pastry and Dessert Market: Data and Growth for 2025-2030. The global pastries…

Have you recently walked into the grocery store to find the egg section half empty or barely stocked at all? You’re not alone. Many shoppers are facing empty shelves, and when eggs are available, they’re shockingly expensive – $7.09 per dozen in January 2025, to be exact. To make matters worse, some stores, like Aldi,…

As we enter the new year, the pastry and bakery ingredients market is evolving, driven by shifting consumer preferences, new innovations, and fluctuating commodity prices. This quarterly Pastry and Bakery Ingredients Market Report highlights key developments in seven essential ingredient categories: Cocoa, Sugar & Sweeteners, Fruits, Oils & Fats, Dairy, Flour, and Eggs. Additionally, we…

Here’s What You Need to Know About the FDA’s Ban on Red Dye No. 3: What It Means for the Food Industry. On Jan. 15, The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned the Red dye No. 3 from the country’s food supply, nearly 35 years after it was banned in cosmetics due to potential cancer…

Discover How Pantone’s Color of the Year influences the Food Industry. Pantone’s Color of the Year often sets the tone for design and consumer trends across various industries, and 2025 is no exception with the introduction of Mocha Mousse. This rich, warm brown hue, reminiscent of chocolate and coffee, is not just a visual trend but also…

Discover the 2024’s Best Christmas Desserts: Top USA Holiday Treats!While peppermint and gingerbread dominate the menus of restaurants and coffee shops this Christmas, this article is your ultimate guide to the most delightful holiday pastries and desserts! We’ll uncover innovative twists on classic treats and highlight the latest trends in Christmas baking. At PastryStar, we…

Top-quality bakery ingredients made from scratch? Absolutely!Our new line of savory fillings is exploding with real flavor. These fillings are completely freeze-thaw, bake stable and are designed to work beautifully inside of pies, danishes, and other pastries. Discover how these Savory Fillings will save you time and labor in your production process! From pastries and…

Discover the 2024’s Top Fall Desserts: Autumn’s Sweetest Creations.While pumpkin and cinnamon seem to be everywhere – gracing the menus of every coffee shop and Starbucks… why not break away from the ordinary this fall? Embrace innovation and creativity by exploring beyond the typical fall flavors with PastryStar’s premium products. As the autumn season unfolds,…

Fruit fillings are the soul of your dessert, infusing every bite with flavor and depth that lingers long after the last crumb.

In recent years, the price of cocoa has skyrocketed, triggering a series of reactions across global markets and the chocolate industry. This dramatic increase, far from being merely economic, presents significant challenges to the economic stability of cocoa-producing nations, agri-food industries, manufacturers, and the enjoyment of chocolate consumers worldwide. To grasp this phenomenon and understand…