The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Snacking giant Mondelēz International has partnered with global music group BTS to launch limited-edition Oreo cookies inspired by Korean street food flavours, driving consumer engagement across eighty markets.

Bardstown Bourbon Company Distillery Reserve Mars Single Malt Japanese Blend is a pioneering release that bridges Kentucky bourbon and Japanese whisky traditions.

Functional nutrition brand Mia has launched its flagship Fibre-First Shake, delivering twenty-two grams of prebiotic fibre and twenty-seven grams of plant protein to address dietary gaps caused by GLP-1 medications.

Kraft Heinz has introduced KD Mac and Cheesecake in Canada, marking the brand's first venture into the dessert category by leveraging nostalgic flavours and unexpected food mashups.

Biotechnology pioneer Phytolon has closed a USD twenty-three point six million Series B funding round to commercialise its fermentation-derived natural food colours in the United States.

QSR brand Sonic has launched its 2026 summer menu, combining nostalgic tie-ins for the US 250th anniversary with premium burger innovations and gamified app rewards to boost transaction volume.