Food Safety & Labeling: India’s FSSAI says six food companies pulled back misleading claims and trade marks after regulator notices, including Livyor Ventures withdrawing “vegan & healthy” wording on roasted edamame labels. Regulatory Pressure on Dining: India’s mall operators are tightening hygiene rules for restaurant and café tenants after wider regulator crackdowns, warning lapses could hurt the whole shopping complex’s reputation. Outdoor Dining Policy: Breckenridge, Colorado loosened rules for outdoor food and beverage spaces, removing employee housing impact mitigation fees for new or expanded patios and signage—aimed at boosting Riverwalk-area activation. Beverage Innovation: New Zealand alkaline-water brand PH9 launched in a reusable aluminium bottle plus refill packs, pitching premium hydration with less single-use plastic. On-Premise & Hospitality: Thompson Hotels’ Thompson Madrid is leaning on a local bar operator to reshape its cocktail scene, while Atlanta’s Fox Theatre enclosed its rooftop terrace into the Arcade Lounge for year-round member hangouts. Retail & F&B Expansion: Tanger Outlets Foley is renovating and adding experiential food-and-beverage space, starting with a Shake Shack. Coffee & Awards: UK coffee roaster Cupper’s Journey won a 1-Star Great Taste Award for its Rwamatamu Rwanda single-origin. Food Culture & Trends: A viral Italian spritz—Sarti Rosa—hits US liquor stores, with social buzz positioning it as a summer alternative to Aperol-style drinks. Culinary Competition: City of Dreams Manila won overall champion at the 2026 Philippine Culinary Cup, taking 15 medals across 13 categories.