2026 pizza trends
Hormel Foods’ 2026 pizza trends spotlight Calabrian chili, brisket and global‑fusion flavors leading menus while 43% of U.S. consumers say they're chasing new flavors (prnewswire.com). The report also notes a move toward leaner proteins, specialty crusts and vegetable‑forward toppings for calorie‑conscious diners (prnewswire.com).
Hormel Foods issued the company’s trend forecast in a press release dated March 19, 2026 from Austin, Minn., posted under its corporate news and PR distribution channels. (prnewswire.com) The release names two Hormel Foodservice brand managers — Logan Kumm and Travis McMillan — as the company sources explaining why limited‑time offers have shifted from seasonal novelties to a formal restaurant strategy. (prnewswire.com) Hormel told readers it will debut new toppings at the International Pizza Expo, specifically listing FONTANINI® Hot Calabrian Chili Sausage and THE PERFORMANCE PEPPERONI® Hot Calabrian Chili Pepperoni as show introductions and citing its booth as #1725. (prnewswire.com) The company quantified category momentum, reporting a 59% increase in interest for the regional pepper variety it highlighted over a four‑year span. (prnewswire.com) The International Pizza Expo referenced in the announcement runs March 24–26, 2026 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, where Hormel’s exhibit and product sampling are scheduled. (pizzaexpo.pizzatoday.com) Hormel included an outside endorsement from World Pizza Champions™ team member Tony Scardino in the release, who praised the brands’ use of distinct ingredient infusions to drive menu excitement. (prnewswire.com)
