According to a recent study conducted by FoodChannel.com, the World Thought Bank ( http://www.neemee.com) and the International Food Futurists (TM), some of our food trends, ideas, recipes and movements will be downsized.

The Food Channel has been tracking emerging and mainstreaming food trends for the past 20 years and has just released it's latest trend report for 2009.  The majority of the 2009 trending results show a 'value' message which clearly reflects the downturn in the economy and how that affects our lifestyle and choices around food.

Top Ten Food Trends for 2009

    1.  Home on the Range -- Downsized economy breeds new generation of home
        chefs, more food-savvy than their predecessors
    2.  Foodie 2.0 -- Growth of virtual and non-virtual food communities
    3.  Going, Going Green -- Kitchens go eco-conscious
    4.  Living La Vida Locavore -- Eating locally and seasonally, both at home
        and in restaurants
    5.  TMI? -- Is seeing the calorie count on the menu Too Much Information
        (TMI), or will it lead to healthier choices?
    6.  FrankenFood -- The rise of bioengineering and genetically modified
        food; the next evolution of last year's Functional Food trend
    7.  Food Philanthropy -- Individuals and companies address world hunger
    8.  Food Insecurity -- The call for tighter food controls, after the
        tomato and jalapeno scares of 2008
    9.  Brewing Business -- Striking a balance when cost is an issue; the
        divide widens between the exotic and day-to-day food needs
    10. Where in the World ...  -- is the next flavor trend coming from? It's 
        all about globalization and variety