Pecan Deluxe Candy Company

06/10/2026

The latest trends from the Sweets & Snacks Expo are clear: consumers want more than just great flavor. They're looking for bold textures, global inspiration, playful experiences, and functional ingredients. From popping boba and inclusions to craveable flavor combinations, the future of snacking is all about creating memorable moments.

At Pecan Deluxe, we're helping brands bring these trends to life with innovative toppings, inclusions, and beverage solutions designed to delight consumers and keep menus ahead of what's next.

Read more about the trends shaping the future of sweets and snacks. 🍬✨

From functional popcorn to Swedish candy to Protein Dorito's, explore the functional and better-for-you snack trends dominating Sweets & Snacks Expo 2026.

06/09/2026

Summer is the perfect time to refresh your beverage program with flavors, textures, and inclusions that turn drinks into memorable menu moments. ☀️

Think tropical flavor combinations, colorful sprinkles, crunchy toppings, and popping boba that add excitement with every sip. A Mango Passionfruit Sparkling Beverage topped with mango sprinkles, coated rice crisps, and passionfruit popping boba is just one example of how layered textures and bold flavors can elevate your seasonal offerings.

Ready to make your summer beverage menu stand out?

06/08/2026

What is “Q”?

A texture term from Chinese and Taiwanese food culture, Q describes a chewy, bouncy, springy mouthfeel that’s becoming a rising trend in global food and beverage innovation.

As this texture-forward trend grows globally, Pecan Deluxe is tapping into it with Mochimallow pieces! Add soft, chewy indulgence to beverages, desserts, and frozen treats easily with Mochimallow.

Dive into the Q trend with Pecan Deluxe!

Chewy, bouncy and full of playful elasticity

06/05/2026

Ready to take the plunge? 💥🧋

Dive straight into a world of flavor as we journey through a glass packed with juicy popping boba. Every sip is an adventure, every pop is a surprise.

At Pecan Deluxe, we're creating the textures, flavors, and experiences that keep beverages exciting!

Explore our popping boba and other beverage inclusions!
https://pecandeluxe.com/product-range/popping-boba/

06/04/2026

We are excited to see Pecan Deluxe featured in this recent editorial from Food & Beverage Magazine highlighting our continued growth and innovation in popping boba production. As demand for experiential beverages and customizable menu items continues to rise, we’re proud to be expanding our Dallas facility and doubling our popping boba capacity to support foodservice brands nationwide.

Read the article on our website and learn more about how Pecan Deluxe is helping shape the future of beverage innovation with trend-driven flavors, textures, and inclusions. Plus, check out the full editorial in Food & Beverage Magazine for more insights into the growing popping boba category and what’s next for the industry.
https://pecandeluxe.com/news/food-beverage-magazine-pecan-deluxe-expands-doubling-popping-boba-capacity-to-meet-demand/

06/03/2026

Move over matcha… there’s a new purple powerhouse taking over. 💜

From lattes and frozen drinks to desserts and bakery creations, ube is having a major moment thanks to its vibrant color, nostalgic flavor profile, and social-ready appeal. Is ube the next big thing in food & beverage? We think it’s already here.

Ube, the bright-purple, viral Filipino yam, is already seeing such popularity that farmers are struggling to keep up with demand. How popular could the ingredient, which is used in desserts, drinks, and even cheese, get?

06/02/2026

AI is quickly becoming one of the food industry’s most powerful innovation tools 🤖🍪

From accelerating formulation and reducing trial and error to predicting sensory performance and streamlining R&D, brands are using AI to bring new products to market faster than ever while still keeping human creativity at the center. The future of food innovation is looking a lot smarter.

Speed and ideation among the benefits of AI to product development.

06/01/2026

Bold flavors, craveable textures, and globally inspired innovation took center stage at the 2026 Sweets & Snacks Expo. 🍬✨

Pecan Deluxe was proud to participate in the Supplier Showcase while exploring the trends shaping the future of sweets and snacks from swicy flavor combinations to nostalgic twists and adventurous inclusions.

Check out the biggest insights and innovations we’re bringing back from the show floor. 👀

Read more:

A quick look at Pecan Deluxe at the National Restaurant Show 2026, highlighting the latest innovation in slush applications. From bold textures to customizable inclusions, discover how we’re transforming frozen beverages into more dynamic, high-impact experiences for today’s consumers.

05/29/2026

Beverage innovation is booming and brands are getting bolder with every sip. From globally inspired flavors to unexpected textures and functional refreshers, consumers are craving drinks that deliver more than just hydration. At Pecan Deluxe, we love helping bring these next-generation beverage experiences to life with custom inclusions, flavors and concepts built to stand out. 🥤✨

New offerings feature format and flavor innovations.

05/28/2026

The 2026 National Restaurant Association Show gave us a glimpse into the future of flavor and we’re just getting started. From globally inspired profiles like yuzu lychee, matcha, cardamom, and cherry blossom to trending textures like popping boba and frozen beverage inclusions, innovation is shaping what’s next. ✨

Check out our latest trend recap and explore our menu of custom inclusions, toppings, and beverage concepts designed to bring bold ideas to life.

Read more and discover the trends driving the future of food and beverage!

A quick look at Pecan Deluxe at the National Restaurant Show 2026, highlighting the latest innovation in slush applications. From bold textures to customizable inclusions, discover how we’re transforming frozen beverages into more dynamic, high-impact experiences for today’s consumers.