PepsiCo Foods North America has made a significant move in the snack industry with the launch of Simply Cheetos and Simply Doritos, expanding the beloved Simply brand beyond beverages and into savory snacks for the first time. The new additions feature clean ingredient profiles with no artificial flavors or preservatives, directly responding to growing consumer […]
Tag: 2025 Food Industry
Zucker’s Frozen Bagels Bring NYC Flavor Home
Zucker’s Bagels & Smoked Fish has just revolutionized the bagel game with their first retail product – Par Baked Frozen Bagels – launching March 19, 2025. The iconic New York bagel shop is bringing their famous flavors (Plain, Sesame, and Everything) directly to homes across the nation through online retailers Fresh Direct and Goldbelly, as […]
Ben & Jerry’s Challenges Unilever Over CEO Firing
Ben & Jerry’s, the iconic ice cream brand known for its social activism, has filed court documents alleging that Unilever unlawfully fired CEO David Stever due to his commitment to progressive causes. This latest conflict stems from the terms of their 2000 acquisition agreement, which granted Ben & Jerry’s an independent board to maintain its […]
Frosted Lemon Brownies Recipe for Citrus Lovers
Frosted lemon brownies combine the dense, fudgy texture we love from traditional brownies with bright citrus flavors for an unexpected treat. Amanda Rettke of iambaker.net created this delightful dessert that features a chewy lemon-infused base topped with a smooth, tangy ermine frosting. The brilliant contrast between the rich, buttery base and the zingy frosting creates […]
U.S. Tariffs Shake Alcohol Trade Routes
Recent trade tensions between the United States, Canada, and Mexico have sparked a dramatic shift in the global alcohol industry landscape. Executive Orders 14193 and 14194, signed in early 2025, impose a significant 25% ad valorem tariff on Canadian and Mexican goods, triggering immediate retaliatory measures from both nations. Canada has implemented surtaxes on $30 […]
Students Prioritize Taste in Campus Baked Goods
A recent study reveals that 77% of college students prioritize taste over price when purchasing baked goods on campus, highlighting a significant shift in consumer behavior. With nearly two-thirds of students buying baked treats at least once weekly from campus dining venues, universities are facing increased pressure to improve their culinary offerings. The demand for […]
Shawna Nelson Named Organic Valley’s First Female CEO
In a groundbreaking announcement, Organic Valley has appointed Shawna Nelson as its fourth CEO, making her the first female chief executive in the cooperative’s 37-year history. Set to take the helm on March 28, 2025, Nelson brings an impressive two decades of experience within the organization to her new role. Her appointment represents a significant […]
Rashmika Mandanna Shares Her Ice Cream Obsession
Bollywood sensation Rashmika Mandanna has captured hearts once again, but this time it’s not for her acting prowess but for her unabashed love for ice cream. In a delightful video posted on March 18, 2025, the actress shared her ice cream indulgence with her 40 million Instagram followers, showing her joyfully savoring every spoonful with […]
Milk Bar Closes Bellevue Nordstrom Location
Fans of innovative desserts in the Pacific Northwest received disappointing news as Milk Bar’s Bellevue location announced its permanent closure effective March 8, 2025. The trendy dessert chain’s outpost at Nordstrom in Bellevue Square mall operated for approximately two months before shuttering its doors, marking an unexpectedly brief run for the Christina Tosi-founded bakery. This […]
NYC’s First Flavor Roulette Ice Cream Shop
New York City’s dessert scene is about to get a thrilling shake-up with the opening of Surprise Scoop, the city’s first-ever flavor roulette ice cream shop. Located at 139 1st Ave in the East Village, this innovative concept opens February 15, 2025, offering mystery ice cream flavors randomly selected for each customer at $10 per […]
