What’s “hot” in food?

I read a very interesting story this morning by Jerry Shriver, USA Today reporter on the fall food trends, according to 3 Food Network chefs. To summarize:

• Cat Cora says it’s going to be stronger flavors and more global cuisine.  Also, look out for more “fast casual” dining.

• Bobby Flay says look out for Mediterranean dishes from countries other than Greece such as Croatia.  He says people are looking for “clean presentations and easier accessibility to their food.”

• Guy Fieri says local, seasonal, and “artisan style is taking precedent” in food.