5 major food industry trends spotted at Fi Asia 2025

As consumer demands and preferences continue to evolve in a myriad of ways throughout the diverse Asian region, food and beverage companies are placed under increasing pressure to adhere to these rapid changes in order to ensure products continue...

Afrika Wakeup, Payback Time: Reclaiming Beverage Sovereignty in Africa

A Ceremonial Reflection on Racist Branding, Edward Boyd’s Legacy, and the Rise of Indigenous Elixirs 🥤Preamble In an era marked by global branding dominance and historical exclusion, Africa stands at the threshold of a ceremonial renaissance—where...

Fourth Sausage Glory for Westmere Butchery!

Auckland’s Westmere Butchery has once again proven it’s a cut above the rest, taking out the Supreme Award at the Dunninghams Great New Zealand Sausage Competition with its Beef, Parmesan and Truffle sausage. Beating more than 800 entries from...

Why suppliers should attend the 2025 Retail Drinks Summit

The 2025 Retail Drinks Summit takes place on Tuesday, 11 November at Doltone House, Hyde Park, and will once again deliver an educational and topical program, making it a ‘must attend’ event to all packaged liquor retail suppliers. With Circana’s...

Spirit business International Beverage launches community charity initiative for third year

Gillian Urquhart, director of the Moira Anderson Foundation, 2023's Zone 1 winner, Malcolm Leask, former managing director at International Beverage, and Eileen Rae (centre), the company's business support manager(Image: Maverick Photo Agency)...

Savoring the Spirit of the Coast: Lido House Unveils Signature Sauvignon Blanc Barrel Tequila

Riley Huddleston among the Código Tequila barrels. Lido House Executive Chef-Partner Riley Huddleston wanted to serve an iconic champagne at his Mayor’s Table restaurant in Newport Beach, so he went to France – specifically the Piper Heidsieck...

Business roundup - October 22, 2025

ServSafe training is available next week ServSafe training will be available at John Jay Center for Learning in Portland. The next session is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28. The certification course is open to all food service...

Kevin Okyere Foundation supports Fadama residents

The Kevin Okyere Foundation (KOF), a non-governmental organisation dedicated to supporting the underprivileged, has donated food items to 400 families and individuals in the Fadama-Abeka communities in Accra. The event, held to coincide with this...

How migrant labor impacts the food industry: Local author, anthropologist to speak at St Mike's

Vermont Business Magazine Saint Michael’s College will host a local author and anthropologist who will illuminate some of the hidden stories of migrant laborers working in the food industry discovered through her research. Teresa Mares, an...

Ex-manager sues Guinness Nigeria for ₦100m, alleges cruel dismissal and health neglect

National Industrial Court sitting in Akure has begun hearing a ₦100 million lawsuit filed by a former Territory Manager of Guinness Nigeria Plc, Mr. Ntima Anya, who claims he was unlawfully and inhumanely dismissed by the multinational beverage...

Retail centre celebrates thriving food and beverage scene with four new deals

Four independent food and beverage (F&B) operators have signed up for a total of 13,600 sq ft of space at Liverpool One, the central shopping centre owned by property giant Landsec. Brewski, Jerk Junction and Iced are new to Liverpool, while local...

London Stock Exchange float will value Princes Group at up to £1.243bn

Princes Group, the Liverpool-based foods business, will be valued at between £1.162bn and £1.243bn when it floats on the London Stock Exchange. The Royal Liver Building-based group unveiled its pricing range this morning (October 22) after...

Evan's Oro Negro International Debuts In Specialty Coffee Market With Community-Focused Business Model

(MENAFN- GetNews) ""Oro Negro means black gold, which perfectly captures how we view coffee-as something precious worth celebrating and sharing. By connecting our coffee business with youth sports sponsorships, we're able to share that value...

Dubai Chamber of Commerce organises 294 bilateral business meetings in Tbilisi to boost cooperation between companies in Dubai and Georgia

Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has successfully organised 294 bilateral business meetings between companies from Dubai and Georgia in Tbilisi, the country’s capital city. The...

New beverage launches: Fall favorites and winter warmers

Classic fall flavors evoke warmth, comfort, and nostalgia, making them perennial favorites in beverages. Pumpkin spice reigns supreme, blending cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves into everything from lattes to muffins. Apple – especially when...

A celebration of the food industry from retail to restaurants on Oct 7-8

The first edition of Economic Times The Food XP begins on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at The Leela Ambience Gurugram. The event will see two power packed days of conferencing with day one dedicated to food retail and day two to food service. The by...

Abu Dhabi Chamber’s F&B memberships rise 42.2% in H1 2025

bu Dhabi’s food and beverage (F&B) sector has witnessed exceptional growth, reinforcing the Emirate’s position as a leading regional hub for the food industry. The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) announced that active...

Global Food Week 2025 Opens in Abu Dhabi, Showcasing Innovation and Sustainability in Food and Agriculture

The global food and beverage industry converged on Abu Dhabi today as Global Food Week 2025 officially opened its doors at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), marking a pivotal moment for international dialogue on sustainable food...

Features : Healthy Ageing At The Heart Of FI Asia 2025

People are living longer than ever, with many now surpassing the age of 60, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). This trend is unfolding worldwide, as the elderly population grows at an unprecedented pace. By 2030, the WHO projects,...

River activation

By Jacklyn Yeong Parks Victoria (PV) has released two expressions of interest (EOI) opportunities to businesses offering quality Yarra River visitor engagements. PV says both berthing and activation sites EOIs will stimulate new commercial and...