The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

IHOP is leveraging viral internet culture to drive Q1 footfall, officially launching a nationwide campaign inspired by the "last-place punishment" trend common in fantasy football leagues.

C.H. Guenther & Son has announced a comprehensive packaging refresh for its Sun-Bird® brand, the established line of Asian-inspired seasoning and soup mixes.

Pepsi and 7UP have announced a major strategic collaboration with Disney to support the release of Zootopia 2, launching a high-profile marketing campaign under the banner "Zero Sugar for City-Wide Craze."

The collaboration aims to merge PuraVida's proprietary food technology with the mass appeal of iconic characters from franchises such as Frozen, Moana, and Toy Story

The partnership marks the first time the two brands have collaborated on this scale, rolling out a space-themed campaign titled "Planet McDonald's."

The collaboration integrates technical precision with creative expression, utilising CANPACK’s award-winning Quadromix® technology to deliver multiple distinct designs within a single production run.

KFC is positioning itself as the centrepiece of at-home New Year's Eve celebrations for 2026, launching a strategic marketing campaign that pairs its signature fried chicken with luxury staples.

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.