The season is nearly upon us, that spooky time of year when the days get short and the nights grow longer. The time of year when the air turns cool and the American palate turns to all things Pumpkin!

Close your eyes and think of the best dining experience you can imagine. Where are you? For most food enthusiasts around the world, that happy spot of gastronomical wonder would be sitting at a French cafe patio table with fresh hot espresso and an assortment of pastry delights.

Never underestimate the power of nostalgia, a common saying, but one that has really taken on new life in the flavor industry. With the aging of Gen X and the Millenials, nostalgia has become a booming opportunity for tastemakers.