AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCulinary Spotlight: Two young New Zealand chefs, Chamee and Paige, returned from Melbourne with medals and a top dessert prize at the Nestlé Golden Chef’s Hat Grand Final, underscoring how fast the region’s emerging talent is rising. Alcohol Rules & Compliance: Huntley officials are considering whether to let people under 21 serve alcohol in restaurants under supervision, tightening the local approach to responsible service training. Beverage Industry & Packaging: Quebec’s bottle deposit-refund overhaul is now centralized under Consignaction sorting centres, with users reporting mixed results as lines and access remain sticking points. Wine & Spirits Business: Pernod Ricard India has appointed four banks as advisors for a potential mega IPO of its India unit, with 2027 fundraising plans still “exploratory.” Food Safety & Operations: HRS Heat Exchangers highlights how effective Cleaning-in-Place systems depend on hygienic design and audit-ready equipment to keep food and drink production safe. Community Food & Drink Events: The Del Mar Wine & Food Festival adds Drew Brees’ Celebrity Pickleball Tournament on Oct. 2 to support Feeding San Diego, blending sports, tastings, and hunger relief.
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