"Out of the box is certainly one way of characterizing the combinations in the forecasts. Almond and ale, cayenne and tart cherry, green peppercorn and goat’s milk, and gram masala and pepitas are just some of the unusual melange of flavors that have been presented in the last few years. And 2012 is no different. Sweet soy, tamarind and black pepper, and blueberry with cardamom and masa rank among the most off-beat offerings."

There is so much creativity in flavor combinations! Read about the serious work McCormick does to predict What We'll Order, Eat and Cook.