The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse is expanding its menu on 25 June with a new range of handcrafted chicken sandwiches, including a value-focused meal deal option.

Conagra Brands has unveiled a comprehensive update to its frozen and pantry portfolio for 2026, focusing on high-protein, convenient, and restaurant-inspired options to meet evolving consumer preferences.

Protein Pints, an ice cream brand currently available in over 15,000 retail locations, has announced its entry into the frozen novelty category with the launch of "Protein Pops."

Sazerac Company is expanding its ready-to-drink portfolio with the national launch of three new brands: Lovebug Hard Cream Soda, Endless Afternoon Whiskey Lemonade, and Buckhorn Whiskey Lemonade.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has introduced its new Freddy’s Bevies range, featuring five Custard Cream Sodas and three flavoured tea and lemonade options to meet rising demand for premium beverages.

Juice Plus+ has introduced a new strawberry-flavoured variety to its Complete Nutrition shake range. The addition is designed to provide a plant-based option containing balanced nutritional content.

Drake’s Cakes celebrates the centennial of its Devil Dogs brand with a limited-edition vanilla flavour launch and the introduction of a new 12-count larger pack format.

Shipley Donuts has introduced a limited-edition Patriotic Pack of yeast donuts decorated with seasonal colours, available at participating locations through 5 July.