21 Food And Cooking Trends That People Are Seriously Sick Of In 2024
1. Over-the-Top Charcuterie Boards
Remember when a simple cheese platter was enough? Now, charcuterie boards are overflowing with everything from candy to sushi. It’s just too much.
2. Avocado Toast
Don’t get us wrong, we love avocados. But putting them on toast and calling it revolutionary is getting old.
3. Rainbow Foods
Rainbow bagels, cakes, and even grilled cheese. Sure, they look cool on Instagram, but do we really need all that food coloring?
4. Gold Leaf on Everything
Gold leaf on food might look fancy, but it doesn’t add any flavor. Plus, it’s a bit too flashy for everyday meals.
5. Overloaded Milkshakes
Milkshakes topped with entire slices of cake, cookies, and candy bars are fun to look at. But they’re impossible to drink and just way too much.
6. Edible Glitter
Glitter in drinks and on desserts might be pretty, but it’s not very tasty. Let’s keep the glitter for crafts, not our food.
7. Extreme Food Challenges
Eating the world’s hottest pepper or a burger the size of your head might get you views online, but it’s not practical or enjoyable.
8. Deconstructed Dishes
Deconstructed dishes often look like a mess on a plate. Sometimes, we just want our food put together in the traditional way.
9. Fancy Toasts
Toast topped with exotic ingredients can be delicious, but it’s still just toast. Let’s not overcomplicate things.
10. Activated Charcoal
Activated charcoal in ice cream, lemonade, and other foods looks cool, but it doesn’t taste great and can interfere with medications.
11. Bone Broth
Bone broth is nutritious, but it’s being touted as a miracle cure for everything. It’s just soup stock, folks.
12. Fermented Everything
Fermentation is great for some foods, but not everything needs to be pickled or fermented. Moderation is key.
13. Unicorn-Themed Foods
Brightly colored, sparkly unicorn foods were cute for a while, but the trend has run its course. Time to move on.
14. Matcha in Everything
Matcha lattes are delicious, but matcha in every type of food and drink is overkill. Let’s enjoy it in moderation.
15. Keto and Paleo Everything
Keto and paleo diets work for some people, but not everyone wants to eat this way. Let’s respect different dietary choices.
16. Overpriced Health Foods
Health foods are important, but some of them come with a hefty price tag. Eating healthy shouldn’t break the bank.
17. Plant-Based Meat Alternatives
Plant-based meats are great for vegetarians and vegans, but not everyone wants to give up real meat. Balance is key.
18. CBD-Infused Foods
CBD in foods and drinks is trendy, but it’s not for everyone. Plus, the effects are still up for debate.
19. Overly Complicated Recipes
Recipes with a million steps and rare ingredients can be fun to try, but sometimes we just want easy, delicious meals.
20. Cloud Eggs
Cloud eggs look cool, but they don’t taste much different from regular eggs. Let’s keep breakfast simple.
21. Food Mashups
Combining two foods into one can be creative, but not every mashup is a good idea. Some things are better left separate.
At The How-To Zone, we believe in enjoying food trends while they’re fun, but also knowing when it’s time to say goodbye. Let’s focus on delicious, simple, and satisfying eats!
