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Costa Coffee to launch spring menu for 2024
Costa Coffee is introducing its new Spring menu, highlighting the return of its KitKat drinks with a new addition and a variety of savoury and sweet treats.
Enzyme solution targets reduction of acrylamide in coffee products
A new enzymatic solution, introduced by c-LEcta and Anka is aimed at reducing acrylamide levels in soluble coffee products.
Kroger and Albertsons face lawsuits to block $24.6bn merger - Bloomberg
The US FTC is taking legal action as early as next week, aiming to prevent Kroger's $24.6bn acquisition bid for Albertsons, Bloomberg reported.
Start-up of the month: Crisp
In this instalment, we speak to Are Traasdahl, founder and CEO of Crisp, a platform that connects data between retailers, distributors, and brands to provide real-time insights across the supply chain.
US Foods to acquire IWC Food Service
Food service distributor US Foods has agreed to acquire IWC Food Service, a broadline distributor based in Cookeville, Tennessee, US.
Nestlé opens customer engagement centre in Singapore
Nestlé Professional has introduced its latest initiative to revolutionise its interaction with foodservice operators in Singapore.
World Catering Technology Awards: Judges announced
We are thrilled to announce our panel of judges for the first World Catering Technology Awards, celebrating the brilliance and innovation within the catering industry.
Starbucks sued over false 'ethical' sourcing claims
Last week, the National Consumers League (NCL), a consumer advocacy organisation in the US, filed a lawsuit against Starbucks.
Taco Bell and Kraft Heinz partner to bring restaurant offerings home
Taco Bell and Kraft Heinz have announced the introduction of two new meal kits to allow consumers to create homemade versions of the Crunchwrap Supreme and Chipotle Chicken Quesadilla.
McDonald's and FrieslandCampina join forces to cut GHG emissions
McDonald’s and FrieslandCampina have started a new collaboration aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the dairy supply chain.
Zensho acquires Snowfox for $621m
Japanese food service company Zensho Holdings has acquired local food business The Snowfox Group for $621m from Mayfair Equity Partners.
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