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The limited-time campaign features a dedicated "FRIENDS Meal," exclusive sauces, and a range of collectables, designed to leverage the enduring popularity of the show to drive footfall and digital engagement.

The initiative explores the intersection of contemporary Austrian cuisine and traditional coffee house rituals, positioning coffee and tea as central ingredients rather than mere accompaniments.

Just Eat Takeaway.com (JET) has announced a monumental leadership transition, marking the end of an era for the food delivery giant. Founder and CEO Jitse Groen will step down from his role

Following widespread air travel cancellations that forced the postponement of its annual Partner Convening and Irving Innovation Awards, Scholarship America redirected all catered food from the events to help local college students in need.

Chartwells Higher Education has launched Crafted by Chartwells, an innovation platform that transforms student feedback into scalable, customizable dining concepts across college and university campuses.

Oatly has unveiled Oatly Baristamatic, a new oat drink specifically developed for use in automated coffee machines, expanding the brand’s footprint in the fast-growing out-of-home beverage sector.

Starbucks Japan has unveiled its comprehensive 2025 holiday beverage lineup, launching four days ahead of Halloween with the introduction of the Strawberry & Joyful Medley Tea Frappuccino and complementary seasonal offerings.

The innovative drink will be available from October 27 through November 2, 2025, bringing a touch of seasonal magic to the coffee chain's beverage portfolio.