Food and beverage

With the introduction of its new Taco Recipe Kits, Gran Luchito, an authentic Mexican cuisine brand, is broadening its product line. The launch, which is a first for the brand and comes in four flavour profiles — Al Pastor, Barbacoa, Birria, and Carnitas — marks the next phase in the company’s goal to introduce strong,…

Consuming Palatinose (isomaltulose) enhances the body’s hormonal and glycaemic response to a second meal by raising GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) and PYY (peptide tyrosine tyrosine) levels, according to a recent study (Zhang J. et al (2025). Gut Hormones and Postprandial Metabolic Effects of Isomaltulose vs. Saccharose Consumption in People with Metabolic Syndrome. Nutrients, 17(15), 2539. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu17152539) by Zhang et…

Vadasz, the top chilled pickle and kimchi brand in the UK, is introducing Smacked Cucumbers, a new, spicy take on classic pickles. The introduction capitalises on the expanding popularity of pickled foods on menus throughout the world and the growing desire of consumers for these strong, tart flavours at home (The Food People). Vadasz’s fresh,…

Kemtile is using PPMA 2025 to engage prospective customers on the benefits of coming to an internationally-backed industrial flooring and drainage business with a single source approach to flooring projects across the process and packaging industry. The PPMA Show (23rd-25th Sept) is the largest processing and packaging machinery exhibition held annually at NEC Birmingham in…

Dozz, the first chilled, ready-to-eat soup in a 100% recyclable aluminium can, is setting a new standard for food-to-go.  Designed to be eaten cold right out of the container without the need for a bowl, microwave or silverware, the inventively presented set of ten nutritious soups are aimed at busy, health-conscious consumers seeking a quick…

The Bühler Group has announced a significant change in leadership for its Grains & Food division. At the end of 2025, Johannes Wick will leave his position as CEO of Grains & Food after ten years of exceptional leadership to assume a new strategic role at Bühler. He will be replaced as CEO of Grains…

While OLESSENCE G Liquid is intended for a range of culinary uses, such as sauces and dips, OLESSENCE P Dry adds freshness to the meat and poultry market. The first-generation OLESSENCE B Liquid, which was introduced for the bread market last year, will be complemented by both items. Food manufacturers in the EMEA (Europe, Middle…

BASF is bringing the first thermoplastic polyamide with a high water permeability to the market with the introduction of Ultramid H33 L. Ultramid H is a novel material for artificial casings that allow sausages to be smoked and then dried because of its strength and water permeability. Collagen or cellulose have been used to make…

Coveris has unveiled a new resealable monomaterial tray solution for applications involving chilled food as part of its continuous No Waste goal. The revolutionary MonoFlexBP tray ensures longer shelf life and consumer convenience while replacing non-recyclable, mixed-material packaging. Packaging for fresh food items needs to preserve quality and make it simple to reseal after opening.…

Young’s Chip Shop is making waves with its new Jumbo Fish Special, featuring two massive 240g fillets of 100% high-quality natural pollock, coated in its signature crispy, bubbly batter. Available in Tesco and other major retailers nationwide from September onwards, the launch builds on the success of Young’s Jumbo Cod Special, which has delivered £1.4m RSV in…