Much has been said about the decline of plant-based food, and plant-based meat in particular. But what if we're wrong? Some have predicted that the market will grow, due to innovation and R&D in taste ...

Discover how The Hershey Company is navigating declining profits, shifting consumer tastes and generational challenges – and explore the global and portfolio expansion opportunities that could define ...

PepsiCo opens its first Lay’s‑themed restaurant in Madrid, serving tortilla made with crisps as it expands into the away‑from‑home channel and tests new food concepts.

Why is instant coffee excluded from the EU deforestation regulation? Experts warn of loopholes, trade risks and likely changes as the Commission reviews the rules.

This roundup covers the key food and drink NPD trends driving 2026, including premium brunch products, flavour-led confectionery, clean‑label plant‑based innovation, seasonal chocolate launches and ...

Scientists are questioning the famous '200 food decisions a day' statistic. Here’s what it means for how food and beverage ...

Regulation remains perhaps the biggest factor shaping the nascent alternative protein market. Forthcoming and unpredictable novel food approvals in cultivated meat can dissuade investors. However, ...

Healthy eating is the biggest demand for food among consumers in Europe, according to a recent report. Consumers prioritise health over sustainability and even over affordability. Yet there is a gap ...

Food safety is king. Anyone in the industry will tell you that. But if there’s a lesson to learn from the recent cereulide in infant formula case, it’s that food safety threats aren’t always obvious.

As sleep becomes a top wellness priority, the global F&B industry is racing to innovate with science‑backed products. Explore the trends, ingredients and market growth shaping the sleep category ...

A taste‑test investigation into kefir's disappearing fizz in Western Europe — exploring why some kefirs stay bubbly, why ...

Nestlé debuts its first cocoa‑free chocolate using Planet A Foods’ ChoViva, marking a major shift in confectionery as Big Food explores sustainable cocoa alternatives.