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Assortment of new Pillsbury bread products, including a jar of Mike's Hot Honey, displayed on a kitchen counter with warm lighting.
Reviews

General Mills debuts new Pillsbury bread products nationwide

General Mills is rolling out 79 limited-edition products for America's 250th birthday, including a surprising Mike's Hot Honey flavor for its classic Pillsbury Grands!

Arthur Pendelton·Jun 9
A single, striking red-shelled Rubyglow pineapple from Fresh Del Monte, priced at $395, presented as a luxury item.
Global Flavors

Fresh Del Monte's $395 Rubyglow Pineapple Fuels Expensive Tropical Fruit Market

Fresh Del Monte's Rubyglow pineapple commands a staggering $395 price tag, a fruit that demands nearly two years of meticulous cultivation, according to IndexBox .

Aylin Kaya·Jun 9
A refreshing glass of Milo's Blackberry Iced Tea, garnished with fresh blackberries and mint, showcasing its vibrant color and condensation.
Food Science

Tasting Table Ranks Blackberry Iced Tea as Best Milo's Flavor

Milo's limited edition Blackberry Iced Tea recently claimed the top position in Tasting Table's comprehensive ranking of Milo's Iced Tea flavors.

Aylin Kaya·Jun 8
A close-up, overhead view of a perfectly cooked, ultra-tender chuck roast resting on a rustic cutting board, showcasing its succulent texture.
The Pantry

Ultra-tender chuck roast: Debunking ideal oven temperatures

For a truly ultra-tender chuck roast, some culinary experts swear by an oven temperature of 325°F, while others insist 275°F is the magic number for melt-in-your-mouth results.

Siobhan Walsh·Jun 8
10 Reasons Dog Owners in Florida Choose PetREGEN for Natural Joint Support
Healthy Bites

10 Reasons Dog Owners in Florida Choose PetREGEN for Natural Joint Support

PetREGEN is gaining popularity among Florida dog owners for its natural joint support, shifting from reactive symptom management to proactive regenerative nutrition. This innovative supplement aims to support the body's own stem cells for natural repair, offering full-body wellness.

Sponsored by PetREGEN·Sep 6
British students in a cafeteria looking confused and dismayed at a failed chicken sandwich taste test, with one student on the floor.
Reviews

British students' 2026 Popeyes chicken sandwich review flawed

Four out of eight British student testers could not sample a Chick-fil-A sandwich during a highly anticipated review; one fell to the floor.

Arthur Pendelton·Jun 7
Chef Marcus Samuelsson observing a contestant's bold culinary creation during a tense 'Chopped' finale.
The Pantry

Marcus Samuelsson: Why Bold Choices Win Chopped

On the notoriously difficult 'Chopped' finale, a contestant's decision to prepare duck tartare isn't just a dish; it signals confidence and a willingness to gamble, according to judge Marcus Samuelsso

Arthur Pendelton·Jun 7
A ghostly image of Chick-fil-A's discontinued carrot raisin salad and chicken salad sandwich displayed on a diner counter.
Global Flavors

Fans Miss These Discontinued Chick-fil-A Menu Items

For 46 years, Chick-fil-A's carrot raisin salad was a menu staple, abruptly discontinued in 2013, leaving a void for long-time patrons.

Aylin Kaya·Jun 7
Popeyes biscuit mix boxes and Bero shandy cans displayed side-by-side in a retail setting, showcasing new product diversification.
The Pantry

Popeyes launches biscuit mixes as Tom Holland's Bero diversifies

Popeyes has launched its Cajun Cheddar and Homestyle biscuit mixes into grocery stores nationwide, making its signature items available at Walmart, HEB, and select Target locations, according to Index

Arthur Pendelton·Jun 6
A giant Snickers bar casting a shadow over a Reese's peanut butter cup in a colorful, candy-themed landscape, symbolizing a marketing battle.
Food Science

Snickers Targets 'Reese' with New Peanut Butter Campaign

Snickers launched a new marketing campaign promoting its peanut butter-flavored snacks, offering a year's supply to consumers named 'Reese' who sign a pledge of support, according to Food Dive .

Aylin Kaya·Jun 6
A bottle of AJ Bond Tennessee Whiskey, a new release from Sazerac, is displayed prominently on a bar, priced at $39.
The Pantry

Sazerac Launches AJ Bond Tennessee Whiskey for $39

After nearly a decade of quiet development since acquiring a distillery in the state, spirits giant Sazerac has finally unveiled its first Tennessee whiskey, AJ Bond, priced at $39.

Siobhan Walsh·Jun 5
PepsiCo products displayed in a convenience store, showcasing new smaller can sizes and varied price points for 2026.
Global Flavors

PepsiCo tests new sizes, prices for 2026 convenience stores

PepsiCo is testing new price points and product sizes for convenience stores in 2026, including a 13-ounce can and mini cans priced around $1.

Aylin Kaya·Jun 5
Ahold Delhaize USA's own brand products displayed prominently in a grocery store aisle, showcasing their market leadership and consumer appeal.
The Pantry

Ahold Delhaize USA elevates Own Brands leadership

Ahold Delhaize's private brands captured nearly 40% of total food sales last year.

Arthur Pendelton·Jun 4
A close-up of a novel, flesh-like candy with intricate textures, symbolizing the future of confectionery innovation and sensory experiences.
Reviews

Texture Emerges as Key Driver in Confectionery Innovation

Kracie Foods, a Japanese innovator, has engineered a 'flesh-like' candy.

Arthur Pendelton·Jun 4
A split image showing the DIY creation of dirty soda contrasted with modern, ready-to-drink cans available in stores.
Beverages

The Rise of Dirty Soda: From DIY to Ready-to-Drink

Dirty soda has become a national obsession.

Marco Diaz·Jun 3
A delicious-looking SPAM Dog in a bun, presented in a way that highlights its texture and appeal at a food show.
Reviews

Spam Brand Expands into Hot Dogs This Year

The SPAM Dog, a hot dog product made of 100% SPAM and safflower oil, made its national debut at the National Restaurant Association Show.

Arthur Pendelton·Jun 2
A new mother holding her baby, reaching for a healthy protein snack on her kitchen counter, symbolizing easy nutrition for lactation.
Recipes

New Moms Get Easy Protein Boosts for Better Lactation

Lactating women require an additional 25 grams of protein daily, a physiological need often unmet.

Aylin Kaya·Jun 1
Walmart's Mainstays Kids brand products displayed attractively, with a family shopping in the background, highlighting affordability and quality for households.
Reviews

Walmart Expands Private Brands with Mainstays Kids

Ninety-five percent of American households are actively shifting from established national brands to private labels, a trend Walmart is aggressively leveraging with new store brand products and releas

Arthur Pendelton·Jun 1
A modern, automated food and beverage manufacturing plant, showcasing rapid development and efficient production lines facilitated by EPC expertise.
Snack News

EPC rise in food and beverage manufacturing accelerates facility development

A new 500,000 sq ft automated dairy plant in Ohio, built entirely by an EPC firm, went from groundbreaking to full production in just 18 months, a timeline nearly impossible for traditional in-house t

Siobhan Walsh·Jun 1
Business leaders shaking hands over a deal involving food ingredients, with a backdrop of food production and financial data.
The Pantry

IFF Sells 90% of Food Ingredients Business to CVC Capital Partners

International Flavors & Fragrances has agreed to sell 90% of its food ingredients business for $4.

Siobhan Walsh·May 30
Split image showing Brutus Broth's new executive team celebrating and Kettle & Fire's team in an internal strategy meeting.
Reviews

Brutus Broth Expands Executive Team as Kettle & Fire Focuses Internally

While Kettle & Fire recently promoted Sam to a new leadership position, aiming to support its continued growth within the bone broth category, rival Brutus Broth aggressively expanded its executive te

Arthur Pendelton·May 28
Grocery store aisle featuring Splenda and Equal sweetener brands, symbolizing market consolidation after Heartland's acquisition.
The Pantry

Splenda owner Heartland buys Equal sweeteners business

Heartland Food Products Group, the company behind Splenda, has acquired the Americas business of Whole Earth Brands, which includes the Equal sweetener brand, according to Food Dive and FoodBev...

Siobhan Walsh·May 28
A diverse assortment of uniquely flavored pretzels artfully arranged in a bowl, showcasing vibrant colors and textures, symbolizing market growth.
Reviews

New Pretzel Flavors Drive Market Growth

The global Chips & Pretzels market is projected to expand at a steady 3.

Arthur Pendelton·May 26
Robotic arms in a co-manufacturing facility palletizing boxes, showcasing efficient and scalable automation for business growth.
The Pantry

MattPak Embraces Growth by Saying Yes to New Co-Manufacturing Business

MattPak avoided a $150,000 upfront investment for a traditional palletizing system by choosing a full-service automation model, setting a new precedent for scaling in co-manufacturing, according to Fo

Arthur Pendelton·May 26