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Experiential Dining and Immersive Food Concepts
For B2B food & beverage companies this is more than PR theatre: it’s a revenue and loyalty channel, an R&D testbed, and a data-rich platform for product incubation.
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POS Hero Ltd
Interactive POS till system with moblie app
Market estimates put the global experiential dining market in the tens of billions and forecasting rapid growth into the 2030s. 87% of diners who tried an AR/VR dining experience said they’d do it again.
The Insight Lab
Where data meets discovery. Each insight begins with a key trend or emerging topic shaping the food and beverage industry. Our experts unpack these insights through clear analysis and practical context, while featured suppliers and companies showcase the products, technologies, and solutions turning these trends into reality.
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SIAL Paris 2026 Event Review: Sustainability and Nutrition
SIAL Paris 2026 showcased critical shifts in the global food and beverage industry, highlighting verifiable product quality, sustainable supply chains, and functional health innovations across international exhibitors. The dedicated SIAL For Change area highlighted exhibitors demonstrating measurable, impact-driven initiatives.
Latest Insights
PepsiCo Food: Snack Brands are Innovating Restaurant Menus in Unexpected Ways
PepsiCo food brands and flavours are no strangers to the snack aisle, but lately, they’ve been showing up in places consumers might not expect. Doritos are tucked under shawarma proteins at Osmow’s or piled high as nachos at Subway, and Flamin’ Hot seasoning is adding heat to boneless chicken wings.
Trend
September 3, 2026
Del Monte Marks 100 Years in the UK with a Fresh Vision for Brand Licensing
Marking 100 years of operation in the UK, Del Monte is bringing a centennial milestone and an ambitious innovation pipeline to Brand Licensing Europe. Senior Marketing Director, Europe and Africa, Thierry Montange discusses the brand’s push into new consumption occasions, from Fruit Stories and UK ice cream ranges to bubble tea, and explains why consumer trust remains the ultimate catalyst for authentic licensed food and beverage partnerships.
Interview
September 2, 2026
Just Add Water: The Dry Hydration Boom
The single-use plastic water bottle was the symbol of on-the-go convenience. Today, with unsustainable supply chain costs and a booming demand for hyper-functional wellness, the beverage industry is rapidly abandoning the bottle. Enter the multibillion-dollar era of "dry hydration", where the future of drinks fits in a pocket-sized sachet, and the only missing ingredient is water.
Trend
September 1, 2026
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IFF Unveils How GLP-1 Medications Reshape Indian Consumer Food Habits
IFF's latest report, "Inside the India GLP-1 Consumer Journey," reveals that GLP-1 medications are driving significant shifts in portion sizes, sensory preferences, and label scrutiny among Indian consumers, presenting new formulation opportunities for the food and beverage industry.
Report
August 25, 2026
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Things are Heating Up: Climate Shock Impacting The Harvest
After a summer of extreme heatwaves and unprecedented drought, the UK's 2026 harvest is on track to be the worst on record. As crop yields plummet and an estimated £550 million evaporates from the agricultural economy, the food and beverage industry faces a brutal operational mandate: adapt to the climate or face empty silos.
Insight
August 24, 2026
Illinois Farmers' Potential $609M Annual Revenue Impacts from Glyphosate Ban
A study published in Weed Technology indicates that a ban on glyphosate could cost Illinois corn and soybean producers between $300 million and $609 million annually in lost revenue and higher input costs.
Report
August 18, 2026
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Functional Nootropic Drinks
A variety of lightly sparkling low-sugar functional sodas, made with a delicious blend of botanical extracts found in nature. Scientifically formulated to support your brain, gut, and active health. Experience the benefits of nootropics, without harmful preservatives or artificial sweeteners, and support your body with appropriate amounts of vitamins and minerals in an easy-to-consume solution.
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The White Range: Clean, Classic, and Ready for Your Brand
The White Range offers a crisp, minimalist design that provides the perfect blank canvas for your custom branding. Featuring The Good Cup’s revolutionary lid-free design, these cups include a built-in spout for hot brews and a secure top that fits any straw for cold drinks. Ideal for modern cafes and restaurants looking to serve their beverages with a sleek, eco-friendly aesthetic.
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SmartSkin’s sensor technology solution
Provide real-time insights into how your aluminum, glass, and PET containers are handled across the line. By capturing pressure, shock, and velocity data at every critical touchpoint, SmartSkin helps teams quickly identify inefficiencies, detect damage risks, and fine-tune equipment settings with precision.
Supplier
The Good Cup
The Kraft Range: Earthy, Natural, and Sustainable
Showcase your commitment to the environment with The Kraft Range. Made with natural, unbleached paperboard, this rustic brown cup communicates sustainability at first glance. Whether you are serving hot artisanal coffee, cold drinks, or food to-go, the Kraft cup utilises the signature easy-fold, integrated paper lid that completely eliminates the need for single-use plastic lids.
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X-ray inspection system XRE-D pro
The inspection system XRE-D pro detects all foreign objects which the X-rays absorb differently as compared to the surrounding product due to their density, chemical composition or dimensions. The intelligent power management of the X-ray system constantly ensures an optimal performance and thus increases the life cycle of the tube. The optional dual energy technology considerably enhances the detection of impurities with a lower density such as PVC, rubber, ceramics, stones, calcified bones and similar materials.
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Seamtrac Legato 360° Can Seam Analyzer
The first inline, 360-degree, non-contact seam inspection system. SeamTrac Legato sets a new standard in canning quality control with real-time defect detection, advanced seamer monitoring, and precise headspace control.
Multiple X-ray inspection beams with overlapping coverage enables the Legato to inspect within multi-layered seams to identify a range of defects.
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