The makers of HORMEL® Pepperoni and FONTANINI® Italian Meats declare heat, premium proteins, and global culinary influences will reign supreme 2026 Pizza Trends Unveiled: Hormel Foods identifies five dominant pizza trends for 2026, headlined by the rise of Calabrian chili specialized heat, premium proteins, and global fusion flavors Strategic Menu Innovation: With 43% of U.S. consumers seeking new flavors, Hormel Foods highlights the evolution of Limited Time Offers (LTOs) and "Triple Pepperoni" pies as essential drivers for restaurant foot traffic Next-Gen Toppings: At Pizza Expo, the makers of HORMEL® and FONTANINI® brands are launching specialized products like Hot Calabrian Chili Sausage to meet the growing demand for artisanal and globally inspired "passport pies" AUSTIN, Minn., March 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As the global pizza community prepares to descend on Las Vegas for the International Pizza Expo ("Pizza Expo"), Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL), a global branded food company and a leader in the pizza toppings category, is unveiling the five dominant menu items pizza enthusiasts will be seeking this year.