The hottest flavour pairings of 2008!

Want to know what are the key flavour trends across Europe this year are? According to a survey by Schwartz, exotic sweet and spice combos such as chilli and cocoa and fresh fruit and herb/spice combos such as green mango and chilli are in vogue in our kitchens.

The trend for fusion cuisine that blends ingredients from different ethnic regions together is attributed to world heritage cooking, the lure of the exotic and the interest in cooking from scratch. With more and more chefs are turning to the world’s oldest cuisines, adopting authentic cooking methods, techniques and fresh ingredients, expect to see more of these exciting flavours cropping up!    

Here are the key flavour trends: 
Chilli & Cocoa – The feel good factor
Lemongrass & Cardamom – Fresh and lively
Ginger & Citrus Zest – Sharp and fragrant
Pomegranate & Cumin – Crunch time
Tamarind & Chinese Five Spice – Whispers of China
Roasted Coriander & Garlic – Tandoori tastes
Green Mango & Chilli – Hot fusion
Poppy seed & Rose – Eastern Promise
Sweet Potato & Paprika – A rising star
Lychee & Lemongrass – Summer savours

Find recipes with these combinations in our cook book!