We often chuckle at the food trends of the past – meat in jello molds, fondue as a main course, and cream-of-anything soups. But what about our own culinary choices? Will future generations look back at our current food trends with a mix of amusement and bewilderment?
A Reddit user, u/itchy-picture-4282, posed this question to the r/cooking community, asking for their predictions on which modern food trends will age poorly. The responses were both insightful and humorous, highlighting the fleeting nature of food fads.
One recurring theme was the overabundance of superfoods and the constant search for the next ‘miracle’ ingredient. Will we eventually tire of spirulina, acai berries, and the endless stream of other superfoods? Perhaps, just like we’ve grown weary of previous health fads like wheatgrass shots and Atkins diets.
Another trend that seems ripe for ridicule is the ubiquity of avocado toast. While delicious, is it truly an enduring food trend or a fleeting symbol of a certain time? Will future generations view avocado toast with the same nostalgic amusement as we do with the 1980s trend of dipping everything in ranch dressing?
The Reddit thread also brought up the rapid pace of food innovation, pointing to the constant influx of new flavor combinations, cooking techniques, and ingredients. Will this constant evolution lead to a future where today’s culinary trends feel as dated as the ’70s fascination with ‘nouvelle cuisine’?
Ultimately, the question of which food trends will age poorly is a matter of speculation. But the discussion is a fun reminder of the cyclical nature of culinary trends and how our tastes and perceptions of food evolve over time. What do you think? Which current food trends will our future selves find amusing? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
