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Silicon Valley food
fromFast Company
12 hours ago

This one shift in Gen Alpha's habits could reshape the entire snack industry

Younger generations are reshaping the snacking industry by prioritizing healthier, cleaner ingredients and smaller portion sizes.
SF food
fromTasting Table
9 hours ago

The Food Label That Often Misleads Even Savvy Shoppers - Tasting Table

'Multigrain' labels can be misleading, often containing little to no whole grains, while 'x-free' labels do not necessarily indicate harmful ingredients.
#aldi
Food & drink
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

I'm a dietitian married to a personal trainer. Here are 10 of our favorite groceries to buy at Aldi.

Aldi offers high-quality, affordable grocery staples favored by a personal trainer and a dietitian for nutritious meals.
Marketing
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

How Artisan Food Brands Scale Without Losing Local Identity

Artisan food brands can grow while maintaining local identity by focusing on a clear promise, standardizing quality, and protecting beloved signals.
LA food
fromLos Angeles Times
39 minutes ago

A New York bagel fest rolls into L.A. to show the best of West Coast innovation

BagelFest West showcased innovative bagel creations, celebrating the evolving bagel culture in Los Angeles with over 1,000 attendees.
Berlin food
fromTasting Table
19 hours ago

The Worst Wendy's Chicken Sandwich Flops In More Ways Than One - Tasting Table

Wendy's Spicy Chicken sandwich is bland and underwhelming, ranking last among their chicken offerings.
Chicago Bulls
from24/7 Wall St.
11 hours ago

McDonald's Puts Red Bull On The Menu

Red Bull dominates the energy drink market with significant sales, while McDonald's adapts its menu to maintain competitiveness and attract budget-conscious customers.
Mental health
fromFast Company
1 day ago

I scaled mental health products for millions

Entrepreneurship is often misrepresented, masking the anxiety and stress that founders experience behind the facade of autonomy and success.
#foodservice
Online marketing
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 day ago

Elevate Your Foodservice Game: Innovative Social Media Marketing Strategies - Food & Beverage Magazine

Foodservice marketing must evolve with digital strategies, focusing on audience engagement through social media and innovative content creation.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
6 days ago
Business intelligence

Future Menus 2026: Unilever's Game-Changing Strategy

Unilever Food Solutions introduces Future Menus 2026, an initiative using AI to provide real-time insights for chefs and restaurant operators.
Online marketing
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 day ago

Elevate Your Foodservice Game: Innovative Social Media Marketing Strategies - Food & Beverage Magazine

Foodservice marketing must evolve with digital strategies, focusing on audience engagement through social media and innovative content creation.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

They're all junk, and should be banned': the trouble with at-home food intolerance tests

Home allergy and intolerance tests are popular, with significant global revenue, but their accuracy and necessity are questionable.
Health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Not All "Plant-Based" Diets Are Equal for Brain Health

Healthy plant foods are linked to lower dementia risk, but not all plant-based diets are beneficial.
Alternative medicine
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

This Is What Happens When You Eat Overnight Oats Every Day - Tasting Table

Overnight oats offer numerous health benefits, including improved gut health, heart health, and weight management due to their high fiber and antioxidant content.
Wellness
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

The $200 billion functional drink boom is turning into a wellness arms race

The functional beverage market is rapidly growing, driven by consumer demand for wellness-oriented drinks with diverse benefits.
Cocktails
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

6 Best And 4 Worst New Soda Flavors Of 2026 (So Far) - Tasting Table

R&D in the soda industry drives constant innovation, leading to new flavors and varieties for consumers.
fromDaily Coffee News by Roast Magazine
4 days ago

Study: 'Default Nudge' to Oat Milk Reduces Carbon Footprint of Cafe Drinks

The baseline use of plant-based milk prior to instituting oat milk as the default was 16.6%. That jumped to 51.9% when baristas informed guests oat milk was the default option.
Coffee
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

Freshpet Upgraded to Buy at TD Cowen: Is This Pet Food Disruptor Ready to Run?

TD Cowen upgraded Freshpet to Buy with an $80 price target, reflecting renewed confidence in the company's growth potential.
fromTasting Table
5 hours ago

The Canned Staple For Meat-Free Buffalo 'Chicken' With The Same Zesty Flavor - Tasting Table

Using canned chickpeas as a meat substitute in a Buffalo chicken-inspired recipe is one of the best uses for canned chickpeas, and the swap couldn't be easier.
SF food
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 day ago

Snacks for Every Body: Teddy's Tallow Chips and the Allergy-Friendly Crunch - Food & Beverage Magazine

Teddy's Tallow Chips began as a solution for Teddy's food allergies, with his mother Katherine cooking potatoes in beef tallow to create a safe snack.
Everyday cooking
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
6 hours ago

3 Popular Fast Food Burger Chains You May Not Realize Are Family-Owned - Tasting Table

Family-owned burger chains like In-N-Out, White Castle, and Five Guys offer an alternative to fast food giants, emphasizing quality and care.
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

For Cheaper Gas, Look For Stations That Serve Fresh Food - Tasting Table

Gasoline doesn't have a particularly high profit margin, which is partly why most gas stations double as convenience stores or offer fresh food. If chains like Buc-ee's and Sheetz can make more money by selling food, they can afford to lower their margins on gasoline.
Food & drink
fromwww.thelocal.se
14 hours ago

Why are Swedes suddenly obsessed with pink milk?

It's only been on the shelves for a week, so we were surprised by the huge hype. It's not every day milk gets rock star treatment. We're really happy, of course, we believed in the product, but we weren't expecting this super demand. It sold out faster than we could say 'pink'.
Berlin food
London food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Life's unbearable without silly little snacks. Where would we be without Trader Joe's or M&S? | Bim Adewunmi

Cultural exchange is evident in the presence of Trader Joe's tote bags in London, highlighting the connection between the US and UK consumer habits.
Marketing
fromfoodnservice.com
1 day ago

6 Food Marketing Campaigns That missed the mark despite big expectations

Not all marketing campaigns succeed; some become cautionary tales due to misreading cultural moments or provoking backlash.
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

The 8 Best Gluten-Free Bakeries In Los Angeles - Tasting Table

Modern Bread and Bagel is a gluten-free shop that started in New York City and has expanded to Los Angeles with three locations. It was created by Orly Gottesman, who wanted her husband, with celiac disease, to enjoy high-quality gluten-free baked goods. The pastries are exceptional, with a large selection available daily, including unique items like crumb cake and chocolate zucchini bread.
LA food
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
3 days ago

Breakfast Food is Breaking Free of The Morning Routine

Breakfast burritos, bowls, and wraps are becoming popular as they are portable and easy to prepare, featuring ingredients loaded with in-demand nutrients like eggs and meat.
Alternative medicine
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Love or hate the wellness craze? Here's why.

Wellness culture influences behavior changes but can also provoke defensiveness and resistance due to perceived inadequacies.
#trader-joes
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
23 hours ago

9 Spicy Snacks At Trader Joe's, Ranked Worst To Best - Tasting Table

Trader Joe's offers a variety of spicy snacks, catering to different heat preferences and enhancing the snacking experience.
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
5 days ago

Skip The Drive-Thru And Snag Copycat Wendy's Spicy Nuggets At This Grocery Chain - Tasting Table

Trader Joe's spicy chicken nuggets closely mimic Wendy's nuggets in taste and texture, offering a cost-effective alternative for fans.
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
6 days ago

Trader Joe's April 2026: Best Items To Buy This Month - Tasting Table

Trader Joe's introduces new seasonal products for April, including fresh treats, snacks, and beverages, perfect for springtime enjoyment.
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

9 Frequently Returned Food Items At Trader Joe's - Tasting Table

Trader Joe's has a relaxed return policy, allowing returns of items customers don't like, especially fresh products that spoil easily.
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
23 hours ago

9 Spicy Snacks At Trader Joe's, Ranked Worst To Best - Tasting Table

Trader Joe's offers a variety of spicy snacks, catering to different heat preferences and enhancing the snacking experience.
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
5 days ago

Skip The Drive-Thru And Snag Copycat Wendy's Spicy Nuggets At This Grocery Chain - Tasting Table

Trader Joe's spicy chicken nuggets closely mimic Wendy's nuggets in taste and texture, offering a cost-effective alternative for fans.
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
6 days ago

Trader Joe's April 2026: Best Items To Buy This Month - Tasting Table

Trader Joe's introduces new seasonal products for April, including fresh treats, snacks, and beverages, perfect for springtime enjoyment.
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

9 Frequently Returned Food Items At Trader Joe's - Tasting Table

Trader Joe's has a relaxed return policy, allowing returns of items customers don't like, especially fresh products that spoil easily.
SF food
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago

I Compared Trader Joe's New Prebiotic Sodas To This Popular Brand (The Winner Was Clear)

Prebiotic sodas were taste-tested against Diet Coke, focusing on sweetness, carbonation, and flavor accuracy.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
2 weeks ago

She's So Anthro-popular; Junked Food | AdExchanger

Anthropic shows signs of lasting impact with increased subscriber gains and strong app rankings despite a previous viral moment decline.
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

The Nostalgic Walmart-Brand Frozen Snack That Shoppers Avoid - Tasting Table

Great Value pizza rolls receive mixed reviews, with many customers criticizing their taste and quality compared to Totino's.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

The 8 Worst Copycat Food Items You Can Buy At Walmart, According To Customers - Tasting Table

Walmart's Great Value brand offers lower-cost alternatives to name-brand products, but not all dupes are successful according to customer reviews.
#beyond-meat
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Beyond Meat Collapses

Beyond Meat's stock has plummeted over 99% since its IPO, signaling a decline in the meatless meat market and company viability.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

The Pricing Problem Behind Beyond Meat Disappearing From Shelves - Tasting Table

Beyond Meat faces challenges due to high pricing compared to conventional meat, leading to declining sales despite attempts to lower prices.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Beyond Meat Collapses

Beyond Meat's stock has plummeted over 99% since its IPO, signaling a decline in the meatless meat market and company viability.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

The Pricing Problem Behind Beyond Meat Disappearing From Shelves - Tasting Table

Beyond Meat faces challenges due to high pricing compared to conventional meat, leading to declining sales despite attempts to lower prices.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

Turn Vegetable Peels From Kitchen Scraps Into Crispy Snacks In 15 Minutes - Tasting Table

Vegetable peels can be transformed into a healthy snack using an air fryer in just 15 minutes.
SF food
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

I lost over 60 pounds last year on a tight budget. These 7 Costco products helped me do it.

Kirkland Signature products from Costco helped a competitive swimmer lose 60 pounds affordably.
Wellness
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Protein chips, sex chocolate: what are functional foods', and do they actually boost health?

Functional foods are gaining popularity, promising health benefits beyond basic nutrition, driven by consumer health consciousness and market growth.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

America's Most Popular Olive Oil Gives Top-Notch Quality At A Wallet-Friendly Price - Tasting Table

Pompeian is the most popular and affordable olive oil brand in America, offering quality products for various cooking purposes.
SF food
fromTasting Table
5 days ago

Why Some 'Healthy' Snacks Might Leave You Hungrier - Tasting Table

Healthy snacks often leave people hungry due to low caloric content and lack of macronutrients.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
5 days ago

5 Canned Items To Buy At Aldi And 2 To Skip, According To Customers - Tasting Table

Canned food can be convenient and delicious, especially when choosing quality products like Aldi's Happy Harvest tomatoes.
Marketing
fromBevindustry
1 week ago

Recasting Our Point of Reference in Beverage

The beverage industry is shifting back to large brands acquiring established players rather than nurturing small, niche brands.
Silicon Valley food
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

How Are GLP-1 Drugs Reshaping the Hot Sauce Market?

GLP-1 drugs are influencing food trends, leading to increased sales for hot sauce manufacturers like Tapatío due to consumer demand for bold flavors.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

The Aldi Seafood Snack That Proves Good Things Come Small (And Cheap) - Tasting Table

Canned seafood, like Aldi's smoked oysters, offers a budget-friendly protein option that enhances meals with flavor and convenience.
SF food
fromTasting Table
4 days ago

7 Underrated Sodas You Should Be Buying At World Market - Tasting Table

World Market offers unique sodas from around the globe, including Guaraná Antarctica and Spezi, that can refresh your beverage choices.
Online Community Development
fromGluten Free & More
1 month ago

Inspiring Voices in the Gluten-Free World

Community support networks empower gluten-free and celiac individuals through shared experiences, practical resources, and representation that normalize the lifestyle and make diagnosis transitions manageable.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
5 days ago

3 Nut Butters At Costco To Buy, And 2 To Skip - Tasting Table

Costco offers a variety of nut butters, with Kirkland Signature Organic Creamy Peanut Butter being a standout choice for its deep flavor.
SF food
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

How the Whole-Grain Trend Went Wrong

Refined grains can lead to health issues, while whole grains are promoted for their benefits, though their actual health impact is debated.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

The tale of L.A.'s iconic hot sauce and how Ozempic is making it even hotter

"We didn't want anyone to know what we were using," he told The Times in an interview at Tapatío's factory in Vernon. "That always scared my sisters, because what if something happens?"
Silicon Valley food
SF food
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

How do you convince Americans to eat fish? Disguise it as meat, of course | Arwa Mahdawi

The US seafood consumption is low, prompting innovative marketing strategies to make fish more appealing to consumers.
Silicon Valley food
fromFast Company
4 days ago

What splurging on $22 smoothies in this economy really represents

Consumer confidence has dropped, yet premium food sales are booming as consumers seek small indulgences amid economic anxiety.
Exercise
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

All Kinds of Drinks Have a Strange New Number on Their Label. Here's What It Means-and Why You Should Take It Seriously.

Protein-enhanced beverages are rapidly expanding across all drink categories, from coffee and smoothies to alcoholic beverages, targeting health-conscious consumers seeking convenient nutrition.
Berlin food
fromTasting Table
4 weeks ago

11 Store-Bought Breakfast Egg Bites, Ranked - Tasting Table

Egg bites offer a convenient, protein-rich breakfast solution for busy mornings, with numerous brands providing grab-and-go options ranging from healthy to indulgent varieties.
#pepsico
Silicon Valley food
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

How PepsiCo designed its new protein Doritos to look and taste like the real thing

PepsiCo has launched Doritos Protein, a healthier snack option with 10 grams of protein and no artificial ingredients, catering to health-conscious consumers.
Silicon Valley food
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

How PepsiCo designed its new protein Doritos to look and taste like the real thing

PepsiCo has launched Doritos Protein, a healthier snack option with 10 grams of protein and no artificial ingredients, catering to health-conscious consumers.
#snacks
Silicon Valley food
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

Stores Like Trader Joe's Have Totally Mastered This Snack Dark Art. But It May Not Last for Long.

Knockoff snacks in grocery stores often lead to disappointment and legal disputes between brands over imitation products.
Cooking
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

Transform Popcorn Into A Sweet And Protein-Packed Treat With An Ingredient Already In Your Pantry - Tasting Table

Combining popcorn with peanut butter creates a protein- and heart-healthy snack, especially when popcorn is air-popped or stovetop-popped using healthy oils.
Food & drink
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Beyond Meat drops the Meat' from its name as it expands to plant-based drinks and snacks

Beyond Meat rebrands to Beyond The Plant Protein Co. to expand beyond struggling plant-based meat into beverages, protein bars, and other plant-based categories.
SF food
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Pick Up This Freeze-Dried Fruit For A Sweet Snack That's Loaded With Fiber - Tasting Table

Freeze-dried raspberries retain their exceptional fiber content while gaining concentrated flavor and crispy texture, making them an efficient nutritious snack option.
Silicon Valley food
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

Snack startups ditch potatoes, race to invent the next hit chip

Alternative protein and vegetable-based chips are gaining market share as consumers shift toward protein-rich, fiber-rich snacks with natural ingredients over traditional potato chips.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Beyond Meat drops 'Meat' from name

We are not moving away from making plant-based meat. This is a strategic expansion of our portfolio into additional protein categories. We start at the farm with clean and simple, non-GMO ingredients like yellow peas, red lentils and faba beans. We love clean protein and fiber.
Silicon Valley food
Food & drink
fromFortune
2 months ago

Meat snacks have emerged as the clear winner of America's seismic GLP-1 consumption shift, while popcorn is down bad | Fortune

Meat snacks have rebranded into a $5.5 billion category driven by rising protein demand and diet shifts linked to GLP-1 weight-loss medications.
Food & drink
fromJezebel
1 month ago

You Have a Woman to Thank for Your Fresh Bags of Crunchy Potato Chips

Laura Scudder invented the sealed bag packaging method for potato chips in 1926, revolutionizing chip storage and distribution by enabling fresh products to travel and remain edible for extended periods.
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

9 New Snacks You're Going To See Everywhere In 2026 - Tasting Table

2026 brings numerous new snack products to market, many offering innovative takes on classic favorites across sweet and savory categories.
#protein-bars
Food & drink
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Why are Europeans eating more plant-based meat than Americans? It's not why you think

Major European and UK supermarkets are deliberately shifting shoppers toward plant-based proteins, driving strong private-label sales and reducing food-related carbon footprints.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The Grocery Items That Are Set To Dominate In 2026 - Tasting Table

Rising grocery costs drive Americans to buy more frozen food for longevity, affordability, and sales, with frozen meals and desserts leading frozen-food spending.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Target's 13 Best Snacks To Cook In Your Air Fryer, According To Customers - Tasting Table

Target's frozen snacks crisp well in the air fryer, offering quick, flavorful options including healthier gluten-free, non-GMO choices like Dr. Praeger's Pizza Stars.
Food & drink
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
2 months ago

Foodberry and Bel Group Announce Strategic Partnership to Reimagine the Future of Fruit-Based Snacking - Food & Beverage Magazine

Foodberry and Bel US are developing bite-sized, portion-controlled snacks combining real fruit and protein using plant-based fruit-purée coatings, debuting in select U.S. markets in 2026.
Food & drink
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
2 months ago

Three Consumer Trends Shaping 2026 - Food & Beverage Magazine

Hydration innovation is accelerating across beverages and supplements, leveraging electrolytes, magnesium, and novel formats to boost energy, cognition, recovery, and consumer appeal.
Food & drink
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
2 months ago

Introducing Arctic Pur: Belly Soothing Freezer Pops - Food & Beverage Magazine

Low-sugar lemon ginger freezer pops soothe nausea, support digestion and immunity, with 15 calories and 3g sugar per pop, shelf-stable in 10-count boxes.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

This Fast And Affordable Snack Offers A Boost Of Both Fiber And Protein - Tasting Table

Pears paired with nut butter create a quick, inexpensive snack that delivers fiber, protein, satisfying flavor, and minimal prep.
Food & drink
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
2 months ago

DAVID DOBRIK - MAKING WAVES IN THE SNACKING AISLE - Food & Beverage Magazine

David Dobrik launched Wavers by The Original Doughbrik's Snacks, a global snack line co-founded with industry vets Jerry Bello and Adam Cohen under Tastemaker Foods.
Food & drink
fromJezebel
2 months ago

The Protein-Obsessed Fast Food Industry's Latest Innovation: Big-Ass Cups of Plain Meat

Fast-food chains repurpose existing menu items into high-protein offerings, capitalizing on a national protein obsession and selling meat-heavy, calorie-dense 'protein' products.
Food & drink
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Healthy food doesn't have to suck

Transform diets toward whole grains and legumes and make nutritious pasta that matches the taste and texture of ultra-processed alternatives to enable sustainable eating.
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