We’re witnessing the ‘wellnessification’ of absolutely everything. Beyond boosting their physical health with fitness and nutrition, people are looking for a path to being well in all aspects of their lives, including their finances, careers, activism, spirituality, home design, tech usage, and so much more....

New flavours and experimental combinations are winning over people seeking new drinking experiences. As such, The Real English Drinks Distillery has released a line of dessert-flavoured vodkas, targeting adventurous drinkers and those looking for alternative end of meal moments.

With growing middle- and upper-middle-class populations in China, people are spending their money on everyday luxuries. Offering an indulgent yet healthy snack that taps into the country’s growing obsession with ice cream, Chicecream is a perfect hybrid of guilt-free treat and Insta-aspiration.

Confectionery consumption is spiking in the US, with many reaching for a daily sweet fix. Is pandemic-fuelled comfort eating entirely to blame, or is growth in the broader confectionery category down to innovation, such as better low-sugar and direct-to-consumer models?

The increased stress levels experienced in recent years have seen many Americans turn to junk food to cope, leading to greater permissiveness when indulging in ‘feel good’ foods. Canvas8 spoke to eight people about their relationship with comfort foods and their attitudes towards indulgence.