food trend predictions . for 2009

Epicurious just came out with their top food trends for 2009.

Key predictions:
. “Value” is the new “Sustainable”
. The Compost Pile is the new Flower Garden
. Peruvian is the new Thai
. Noodle Bars are the new Sushi Joints
. Ginger is the new Mint
. Smoking is the new Frying
. Regional Roasters are the new Starbucks
. Portland (Maine) is the new Portland (Oregon)
. Rustic Food is the new Molecular Gastronomy
. “Top-Rated” is the new “Critic’s Pick”

Oh, and blogging is the new social interaction. OK, I added that one, but where did the last 4 hours go?!?



Images from left to right:
Canela & Comino – Arroz Con Leche
Newly Wed Cooking – Braised E-fu noodles with mushrooms
Jeffrey Morgenthaler – The Dark & Stormy ginger beer cocktail
Stumptown Coffee via Nova Clutch
All blogs were sourced via Tastespotting