As Britons take increasingly shorter lunch breaks and rely more heavily on snacks as a source of sustenance, what are brands doing to satisfy customers’ gastronomic needs and desires? When a crisp sandwich just won’t cut it, people are opting to munch on mini-meals to get them through the day.

The perceived ‘grossness’ of entomophagy has long prevented insects from becoming a regular part of diets around the world. But between a desire to broaden culinary horizons and concerns about the ethics and sustainability of eating meat, is the time right for bug-based cuisine to take off?

With the stigma around snacking falling away in France, people are munching more regularly around busy schedules. But the country’s gourmand reputation is extending to the snack market as consumers look for both healthy and indulgent foods they can enjoy between meals.

An Australian startup called NUGGS has released vegan and allergen-free 'chicken' nuggets made from a recipe that will be updated continually based on feedback. As more people adopt meat-free diets for health and environmental reasons, brands that provide innovative vegan options are more likely to stand out.