01 Jun 2022 --- Consumers are increasingly moving away from traditional patterns of consuming three meals a day, while a more sophisticated way of snacking has become prevalent. Options that offer greater convenience are driving the space while plant protein demands continue to soar. FoodIngredientsFirst explores the latest themes in meal occasions. According to Gilbert Verschelling, director of business development and innovation at DSM Food & Beverage, more people are turning to smaller, snackable options.