Research & Trends

We’ve all had workdays where we’ve prioritized pushing through to get more tasks checked off our lists instead of listening to our bodies and minds to take breaks when necessary. Whether you’ve missed your lunch break after being sucked into your inbox or sat for too long in consecutive meetings, you deserve to take a…

Have you ever wanted to quench soda cravings without the guilt of high sugar content and artificial products? Maybe you’re looking for alternatives that are both tasty and functional. A growing trend in gut-focused drinks opens opportunities for great soda alternatives to take centerstage. These beverages contain beneficial probiotics and other natural ingredients that promote…

At Canteen, we’re committing to being better stewards of the environment. Sustainability is a core part of our strategy, what we stand for, and what we offer as a company. Our Sustainability Platform centers around purpose – How do our offerings support communities and people where we live and conduct business, and how are we…

The workspace is changing. In a time when WFH culture is center stage, offices are adapting to provide the best experience to their occupants. No, the collaborative workplace isn’t going anywhere, but these large-scale trends shape how we think about productivity and purpose within our office walls. Our creative director, Mark Kaminski, and his team…

Convenience is key – that’s the thought behind one of coffee’s hottest trends, RTD Coffee. Ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee refers to canned or bottled cold coffee products sealed for whenever you’re ready to sip. In 2019, the global RTD coffee market was valued at $22.4 billion U.S. dollars and is expected to reach $42.4 billion by…

Warm weather, short Fridays, and happy hours – the stuff summer dreams are made of. While we all long to skip out early and embrace the hot evening with a cocktail, there’s no reason to limit your summertime vibes to after-work hours. A wide selection of cold, refreshing drinks full of tropical flavors can bring…

When it comes to trending products, we love to break down categories big and small. We’re constantly showcasing the most significant shifts in the industry that you can apply directly to your breakroom and keep your team happy and productive. Here, we’re taking it to a higher level. Our product experts have weighed in on…

Sports and energy drinks have soared in popularity over the past few years. According to a recent Mintel report, sales across the industry are up 37.4% from 2015. Fueled by pandemic exhaustion and a new wave of health-focused lifestyle beverages, your associates’ recent energy-boosting habits are here to stay. Mintel also predicts sports drink sales…

While enthralling the hearts of children since the 1950s, Trick-or-Treating has evolved for older generations into the adored “Spooky Season.” Between corn mazes, fall festivals, apple picking, bonfires, flannels, and so much more, sweet treats are glue connecting all of your favorite autumn activities. Whether led by nostalgia or a sweet tooth, everyone loves to embrace…

June is National Safety Month, and at Canteen, we pride ourselves on promising a safe workplace for our teams across America. The past year has set a whole new standard in safety. And we can all do our best to carry that into the future. And as important as safety is to us, we believe…