Food Industry
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Vegemite Launches ‘Milder’ Version, Sparking National Debate
Bega Group has introduced ‘Vegemite Kids,’ a milder, low-salt alternative to the classic Australian spread, drawing mixed reactions from consumers.
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A Culinary Era Ends: Feltner’s Whatta-burger Closes After 58 Years in Russellville
After 58 years of service, the iconic Arkansas institution Feltner’s Whatta-burger has officially closed its doors, marking the end of a multi-generational legacy in the River Valley.
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Greggs Expands Menu with New Chicken Roll Amid Profit Dip
Greggs is launching a new Chicken Roll to complete its ‘trilogy’ of pastry products, seeking to boost sales following a 17.9% drop in annual pre-tax profits.
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Hershey’s Shifts Formula After Reese Family Pressure
Following significant public backlash and pressure from the descendants of the Reese’s inventor, Hershey’s has announced a return to real chocolate formulations.
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Paris Baguette Expands U.S. Presence, Boosts Global Halal Offerings
South Korean bakery-cafe chain Paris Baguette is opening a new location in Tarrant County, Texas, marking another step in its North American expansion. This move coincides with the company’s recent achievement of official halal certification for all its Singaporean outlets,…
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BreadTalk’s Swift Action and Public Apology Following Broom Incident
BreadTalk promptly dismissed the worker involved in the unhygienic cleaning incident and issued a public apology, emphasizing their commitment to food.
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Sprinkles Cupcakes Shuts Down Nationwide: Sudden Closure Ends Iconic Era
Sprinkles Cupcakes, the pioneering bakery behind the cupcake craze and famous for its Cupcake ATMs, has abruptly closed all its stores across the U.S. after nearly 20 years in business. Employees and fans react to the sudden shutdown and one-day…
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Nestlé Faces Major Shakeup: New CEO, Mass Layoffs, and Automation
Nestlé, the world’s largest food company, is undergoing a turbulent transformation. With its third CEO in just over a year, Philipp Navratil, at the helm, the company has announced 16,000 global layoffs and a sweeping push towards automation in response…
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Kraft Heinz Announces Split After Decade-Long Merger
Kraft Heinz plans to separate into two independent companies by 2026, undoing a decade-old merger amidst financial struggles and shifting consumer tastes.
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Kraft Heinz Plans Major Break-Up, Valuing Grocery Unit at $20 Billion
Kraft Heinz, one of the world’s largest food companies, is reportedly planning to spin off its grocery business, a move that could create a $20 billion entity and reshape the global food industry.