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Opinion: Why nostalgia is the F&B industry’s secret weapon
Tom Ellis and Liz Thompson of Brand Genetics explore how nostalgia is shaping consumer behaviour and why it’s becoming one of the industry’s most valuable strategies.
Birds Eye expands frozen food portfolio with new prawns and ‘fakeaway’ products
This week, Birds Eye has announced the launch of seven new innovations across its Captain’s Discoveries and Chicken Shop ranges.
Xampla receives $14m investment to accelerate plant-based plastic alternatives
Xampla, a UK-based start-up developing plastic alternative materials made from plants, has received $14 million in private capital.
Peak pistachio: The F&B industry is still going nuts for Dubai chocolate
Few viral food sensations have captured the world's attention quite as explosively as Dubai chocolate. We take a look at some of the latest innovations inspired by the global confectionery trend.
New ‘superfruit’ red berry grapes launch in UK under BoomBites brand
Spanish brand BoomBites claims to have brought a UK-first ‘superfruit’ to British supermarkets with the launch of its Red Berry Grapes, now available in Marks and Spencers stores.
World Beverage Innovation Awards 2025: Shortlist announcement
FoodBev is pleased to announce the highly anticipated shortlist for the prestigious World Beverage Innovation Awards 2025!
Jason’s Sourdough expands beyond bread category with new sourdough crumpets
UK sourdough brand Jason’s Sourdough has expanded beyond the bread category with its latest launch: Proper Sourdough Crumpets.
30 speakers confirmed for Vertical Farming World Congress 2025 in Amsterdam
The first 30 expert speakers for the sixth edition of the Vertical Farming World Congress have been announced, set to take place on 7-9 October in Amsterdam.
Frozen food brand Pack’d moves into ingredients space with new range
Frozen organic food producer Pack’d has added a new range of frozen ingredients to its UK retail portfolio.
Bath bomb-inspired Flavour Bombs set to shake up home cooking
With the aim of reshaping the scratch cooking category, Flavour Bombs has launched its innovative line of bath bomb-inspired home cooking ingredients.
General Mills invests $54m to expand Minnesota innovation centre
General Mills will invest $54 million to expand its James Ford Bell Technical Center in Golden Valley, Minnesota, in what is said to be the largest upgrade in the facility’s history.
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