What's Trending in June - CookIt Media

The days are long, the weather is warm, and everyone is buzzing with excitement as school wraps up and summer plans are finalized!

From Father’s Day celebrations to Juneteenth cookouts to Pride Month parties, June is stuffed full of opportunities to create captivating content for both brands and influencers. Here’s a list of notable holidays and trending topics to help you plan your editorial calendar for the upcoming month.

Notable Dates

Pride Month – June 1st marks the start of Pride Month, a month-long celebration honoring the LGBTQ+ community. Pride events often include parades, glitter, parties, and of course, food! Celebrate with rainbow-colored recipes made with love.
Juneteenth (June 19th) – Juneteenth, our newest national holiday, is a perfect opportunity for Black-owned brands to partner with well-aligned influencers creating content that celebrates Black culture and the traditions of Black cuisine.
Father’s Day (June 19th) – Sharing the same calendar date as Juneteenth, Father’s Day is another celebration that lends itself to partnerships that focus on great food and good times. Whether you’re planning a backyard bbq or breakfast in bed, Dad deserves the best, so brands should position their products as something to make the celebration special.
First Day of Summer (June 21st) – Spring heat waves might make it feel like it’s been summer for a while, the official first day of the new season is June 21st! Use this day as an opportunity to create content centered around traditional summer activities, such as family vacations, pool parties, or beach trips.

Trending Topics

Grilling – Get ready to step out of the kitchen and into the backyard, because grilling season is here! The search for “things to cook on the grill” is on the rise, with recipes for burgers, chicken, and kebabs among the most popular. In the market for a new grill? The Big Green Egg is a consumer favorite for easy outdoor entertaining.
Salads – Green salads, potato salads, fruit salads – if it can be thrown into a bowl and called a salad, it’s trending. According to Pinterest Trends, consumers are on the hunt for “pasta salads”, “panzanella”, and “healthy homemade salad dressing”.
Cocktails – Everyone knows that patio happy hours and fruity cocktails go hand in hand. This year, aperol spritzes, lychee martinis, and fruity sangrias are going to be all the rage according to the Exploding Topics tool.
Cold Brew – There’s nothing quite like a nice glass of cold brew on a sunny afternoon. Brands like Chamberlain Coffee, Jot, and Wandering Bear are current consumer go-tos for easy cold brew at home. Coffee videos are also a running trend on Instagram and TikTok! Encourage your audience to get creative with their morning cup of joe with easy recipes using different flavored syrups or fun-shaped ice cubes.
Seafood – Salmon has been the star of the show this spring, but different types of seafood dishes such as lobster rolls, fish tacos, grilled shrimp are expected to rise in popularity as we head into the summer months.

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We’re counting down the days to the Winter Fancy Food Show by @specialtyfoodassociation in Las Vegas! ✈️ In addition to connecting with our favorite brands, @lauriebuck (CEO & Founder) and @molls.benton (EVP) will be trend-hunting and, of course, product tasting!

We’ll hit the ground running on Sunday, 1/19, and be back bright and early on Monday, 1/20.

Laurie will also be joining her classmates from the Maker Prep course—a program sponsored by the Specialty Food Association. 💻 Their goal: to learn how to create, finance, distribute, and market a proprietary food business.

Will you be there? Let’s catch up! Email us at [email protected] or [email protected]. 💬 Hope to see you soon!

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We’re counting down the days to the Winter Fancy Food Show by @specialtyfoodassociation in Las Vegas! ✈️ In addition to connecting with our favorite brands, @lauriebuck (CEO & Founder) and @molls.benton (EVP) will be trend-hunting and, of course, product tasting!

We’ll hit the ground running on Sunday, 1/19, and be back bright and early on Monday, 1/20.

Laurie will also be joining her classmates from the Maker Prep course—a program sponsored by the Specialty Food Association. 💻 Their goal: to learn how to create, finance, distribute, and market a proprietary food business.

Will you be there? Let’s catch up! Email us at laurie@cookit-media.com or molly@cookit-media.com. 💬 Hope to see you soon!

CookIt has been nominated for the 2024 Creator Agency Award in the Top Creator Agency category, presented by BTI & @withjulyhq! 🎉

This recognition means the world to us, and we couldn’t have made it this far without the support of our brand and agency partners, as well as our exclusive talent roster. ❤️

As a women-owned, service-focused agency, we pride ourselves on bringing together brands and influencers who share a passion for food and lifestyle. Our deep niche expertise continues to fuel our growth, and we’re incredibly proud to see our roster of 30+ talented creators continue to thrive.

Voting is LIVE and ends on January 31, 2025! Click the link in our bio to cast your vote.

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If you’ve ever wondered what the journey from print media editor-in-chief to influencer marketing/talent agency CEO looks like, our founder Laurie Buckle joined the Next in Creator Media podcast to share her story. 🎙️

Tune in for insights on empowering food creators, building brand/influencer collaborations and diversifying revenue streams, along with her thinking on why food content is increasingly becoming intertwined with lifestyle content (hint: food is no longer just sustenance it’s a reflection of personal values and lifestyle choices).

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When Lori Harvey drops a “😍😍😍” on a re-creation of her @erewhon Vanilla Matcha Smoothie, you might as well consider it a stamp of approval! 🌟 #CookItCrew member @mymanabites packed this smoothie with superfoods for glowing skin, strong nails, and healthy hair!

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When Lori Harvey drops a “😍😍😍” on a re-creation of her @erewhon Vanilla Matcha Smoothie, you might as well consider it a stamp of approval! 🌟 #CookItCrew member @mymanabites packed this smoothie with superfoods for glowing skin, strong nails, and healthy hair!

We’ve heard the question floating around: Do you really NEED to sign with a talent agency? 👀 Well, if you’re a content creator or an influencer, aligning yourself with a management team can transform your career. While we can only speak for ourselves, we know you’ll benefit right from the start. What do we mean by that? Here are some examples of ways CookIt Media can and has accomplished as soon as we bring new talent onto our roster! 🤝

1️⃣ Less Admin, More Creating: We handle contracts, invoices, and payments so you can focus on what you love—creating amazing content.
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3️⃣ Beyond Brand Partnerships: Think big! We can help you land cookbook deals, licensed products, and even TV opportunities.
4️⃣ Revenue Growth & Goal Support: We actively work to build partnerships, increase your revenue, and help you hit those big career milestones.
5️⃣ Career Management: From a jam-packed inbox to a packed schedule, we help you juggle it all without missing out on great opportunities.
6️⃣ Strategy & Growth Guidance: With expert advice, we’ll help you sharpen your strategy and elevate your brand even further.

If this sounds good to you, send us a DM or visit the contact page on our website so we can get talking! 💛

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