Will homes remain the main destination for food and drink experiences? How can diets help maintain mental health? And who will people turn to for their groceries? In this part of the 2021 Expert Outlook, we speak to three experts about how the events of 2020 are shaping eating and drinking habits.

Novel foods and sweet treats have been a way for people to combat the psychological toll of lockdown. Meeting people's desire for comfort and micro-treats is a wave of pastry stouts, showing that, while wellness is important, people are looking for decadent drinks, too.

Health concerns have been exacerbated in the pandemic, and people are looking for ways to balance smart food and drink choices with a desire for comfort and indulgence. SkinnyBooze meets their needs with an online shop of low-cal and low-alcohol brands, shipped straight to buyers’ homes.

Aiming to diversify its product offerings and expand beyond beer, Molson Coors has rolled out a new line of non-alcoholic drinks. As people are increasingly motivated by health and wellness and opting to reduce alcohol intake, beverage brands are innovating to meet demand.