Hormel Foods has announced a significant leadership transition in its retail marketing division. Jeff Baker has been named Group Vice President for Retail Marketing, effective at the end of the company’s fiscal 2025. He succeeds Scott Aakre, who is retiring after a distinguished 35-year career with Hormel Foods. The announcement was made on May 16, […]

Aldi’s Choceur Choco Changer has become a permanent fixture in select stores across the US, UK, Europe, and Australia as of May 2025. Initially launched as a limited-time Specialbuy in September 2024, the bars sold out quickly due to high demand. The Choco Changer bars were developed in partnership with Tony’s Chocolonely’s Open Chain initiative, […]

Final Boss Sour, a Los Angeles-based gaming-themed healthier snack brand, has launched its Tropical Flavors Line alongside a $4 million Seed 2 funding round on May 20, 2025. The brand’s innovative approach to snacking has garnered significant attention, particularly with its VIP Tropical Sampler Box, which introduces nine new tropical characters. Each character pairs mango, […]

Renowned chef and humanitarian José Andrés is set to release his new memoir, “Change the Recipe: Because You Can’t Build A Better World Without Breaking Some Eggs,” on April 22, 2025. The book, published by Ecco, an imprint of HarperCollins, promises to be a culinary and humanitarian journey that shares life lessons from Andrés’ career […]

The Coffee Shop at The Little America Hotel in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a top dining destination for those looking to indulge in classic comfort foods with a summery twist. Located at 500 S Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, this eatery offers a diverse menu that’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. […]

Beyond Meat has made a significant move in the plant-based protein market with the nationwide launch of its new Beyond Chicken Pieces at over 1,900 Kroger stores across the US as of May 1, 2025. This product marks the return of a fan-favorite plant-based chicken line that was previously known as Chicken Strips, discontinued six […]

Utz’s Q1 2025 financial results showcase the company’s strong performance and growth in the salty snacks market. The company reported a 1.6% increase in Net Sales to $352.1 million, with Organic Net Sales growth of 2.9%. This growth is a testament to the effectiveness of Utz’s strategies in a competitive market. Net income rose to […]

Lactalis is making a significant play for Fonterra’s consumer-facing dairy assets, which could be worth around NZ$4bn (US$2.3bn). Fonterra announced its plan to exit the consumer division in May 2024, with a timeline of 12-18 months for the process. The divestment encompasses consumer operations in New Zealand, Oceania, and Sri Lanka, accounting for 19% of […]

Burger King is teaming up with Hershey’s to bring back a classic dessert with a nostalgic twist, launching the Hershey’s Sundae in summer 2025. This collaboration refreshes Burger King’s dessert menu with a treat that’s sure to satisfy anyone’s chocolate cravings. The Hershey’s Sundae features creamy vanilla soft serve topped with a generous drizzle of […]

Roasted Strawberry Hibiscus Crostata is a beloved Italian-inspired dessert that has been a staple on the menu at Coltivare for 11 years, even gracing the tables at executive chef Ryan Pera’s wedding. This dessert is a masterful combination of fresh strawberries and hibiscus flavors, making it a perfect treat for warm weather. The Italian term […]