The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Convenience store operator 7-Eleven Japan has introduced a new sweet sandwich featuring cocoa-flavoured bread and a mixed fruit filling to select regional retail networks.

PepsiCo has introduced Pepsi Prebiotic Cola to the Chinese market, featuring prebiotic fibre and low sugar content in both bottle and can formats.

McDonald’s UK and Ireland has introduced three limited-time dipping sauces alongside a major summer menu expansion featuring app-exclusive items and co-branded desserts.

WK Kellogg Co brand Kashi has expanded into the granola segment with the nationwide launch of Kashi Gut Health Granola, featuring prebiotic fibre and gut-activated cultures.

Premium organic grocer Erewhon has expanded its nationwide direct-to-consumer smoothie kit collection with the launch of the Malibu Mango Smoothie Kit.

Health and wellness firm AdvoCare International has expanded its electrolyte portfolio with the limited-time release of Rehydrate Black Cherry.

Global product design firm SharkNinja has entered the microwave sector with a new hybrid appliance featuring proprietary air-frying technology.

NutraBio Labs has expanded into the ready-to-drink segment with the launch of Protein Now, a 21g of protein concentrated, shelf-stable protein shot designed to meet convenience and GLP-1 dietary demands.