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Nestlé releases two new KitKat Chunky flavours
Nestlé is expanding its KitKat Chunky line in the UK with the introduction of two new limited-edition flavours designed to appeal to evolving consumer tastes in the food and beverage sector.
Jun 27, 2025


Nestlé USA to eliminate synthetic colours by mid-2026
Nestlé USA has announced that it will eliminate all FD&C synthetic colours from its US food and beverage products by mid-2026.
Jun 26, 2025


Pladis launches limited-edition Strawberry Cheesecake Flipz
Pladis is expanding its Flipz range with a new limited-edition flavour: Strawberry Cheesecake-coated pretzels.
Jun 24, 2025


Finsbury Food Group and Swizzels launch Squashies Celebration Cake
UK bakery manufacturer Finsbury Food Group has unveiled the first product in a new partnership with British sweet brand, Swizzels: the Squashies Drumstick Celebration Cake.
Jun 23, 2025


Nestlé consults on operational changes at UK KitKat sites
Nestlé has begun a consultation process regarding operational changes at two of its UK-based food facilities, in York, England and Girvan, Scotland, which could lead to job cuts at the sites.
Jun 17, 2025


Tesco expands dessert offerings with new chilled and frozen range for summer
UK supermarket chain Tesco has unveiled an extensive new range of chilled and frozen desserts aimed at capturing the summer flavour trends and meeting consumer demand for indulgent yet innovative sweet treats.
Jun 12, 2025


Pladis introduces hot honey flavour to McVitie’s Jaffa Cakes
Global snacking company Pladis has launched a new limited-edition flavour for its popular McVitie’s Jaffa Cakes: Hot Honey.
Jun 9, 2025


Kenco launches Dubai chocolate style latte to capitalise on viral coffee trend
Jacobs Douwe Egberts-owned coffee brand, Kenco, is set to launch its new Iced/Hot Dubai Chocolate Style Latte on June 19, a product designed to tap into the growing popularity of flavoured coffee among younger consumers.
Jun 9, 2025


Meiji launches new limited-edition Okinawa salt chocolate varieties
Japanese confectionery company Meiji is expanding its chocolate portfolio with two new limited-edition products, available nationwide in Japan.
Jun 5, 2025


Texas bill could mandate warning labels on popular packaged foods
Food and drink sold and manufactured in Texas containing artificial ingredients could require on-pack warning labels if a new bill becomes law.
Jun 4, 2025


Montezuma’s adds Neapolitan ice cream-inspired chocolates to truffles range
UK chocolate brand Montezuma’s has added a new variant to its range of chocolate truffle boxes: Neapolitan Ice Cream Truffles.
May 30, 2025


Swizzels adds new sour and tropical HFSS-compliant products to Squashies portfolio
British confectionery producer Swizzels has launched two new HFSS-compliant products under its Squashies sweet brand: Squashies Tropical...
May 23, 2025
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