Rediscover comfort food with a modern twist: Health, Sustainability, and Bold Flavour

As we enter 2025, the Newstalgia trend continues to redefine British comfort food, blending tradition with innovation to create dishes that prioritise health, sustainability, and indulgence.

Our newest mini insight paper, Tradition Meets Nutrition, digs deeper into the trend, showing how Lion’s sauces offer the perfect solution to bring this trend to life, helping chefs and caterers elevate the familiar into something extraordinary.

Flexitarian feasting
Sustainability takes centre stage with options like the “Both Burger” – a blend of plant and animal proteins. Make it even more exciting by creating a unique Spicy Mango BBQ Sauce using Lion’s products. Or introduce the Fusion Meatball Bowl – a mix of beef and lentil meatballs served over roasted vegetable quinoa, drizzled with a tangy Hot Sauce. These reinvented classics balance indulgence with eco-consciousness.

Flavour-first indulgence
For diners seeking bold and indulgent flavours, reinvent hot dogs with a Deep South Soul Dog. Top Uncle John’s Bockwurst with Cajun-spiced chicken, crispy bacon, chopped tomatoes, and melted Emmental cheese, then drizzle with Cajun and Tomato Dressing alongside Buttermilk Ranch Dressing. For bold, indulgent diners, try a Cheesy Nacho Mac Dog. Use a grilled sausage topped with creamy nacho cheese, spicy jalapeño relish, crushed tortilla chips, and Lion’s Chipotle Mayo.

Gourmet global

Global influences also shine through. Try Tex-Mex-inspired tacos. Add Spicy Beef & Chorizo Tacos to your menu, made with Lion’s Chilli Con Carne Cooking Sauce, or for a plant-based alternative, Sweet Potato & Black Bean Tacos to bring smoky sweetness with Lion’s American Style Smokey BBQ Sauce. Highlighting international inspiration, offer Korean BBQ Bao Buns. Fill fluffy steamed buns with marinated bulgogi beef or mushrooms, pickled daikon and carrot, and a drizzle of Lion’s Korean BBQ Sauce.

Elevating the classics
Newstalgia is all about reinventing timeless favourites. Upgrade pies like Chicken (or Chick’n) Curry Pie with sustainable cuts or plant-based alternatives paired with Lion’s Balti Cooking Sauce. Or try a Loaded Shepherd’s Pie featuring slow-cooked lamb (or lentils for a vegetarian twist) mixed with a touch of Lion’s Mint Sauce, layered with creamy garlic mashed potatoes and topped with crispy shallots for a gourmet touch.

With our innovative sauces and plant-based solutions, chefs can transform traditional dishes into modern masterpieces, delighting diners while supporting sustainability and health trends.

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