Discover JBS company profile on FNBX with verified distributors, partnership requests and latest industry activity. All Companies Close Meat & Seafood JBS Employees founded Headquarters São Paulo, State of São Paulo, Brazil JBS is a global meat processing business, one of the largest meat processors in the world and among the largest food and beverage companies generally, recording revenues in excess of $35 billion a year. Based in Brazil, the company employs over 230,000 people and operates production platforms and commercial offices in 16 countries. It has 275,000 customers in more than 190 countries across the world. Its diverse portfolio of brands include Seara, Swift, Friboi, Doriana, Moy Park, Pilgrim’s, Primo and Gold KistFarms. JBS can trace its roots back to 1953 when company founder, José Batista Sobrinho, set up a small plant capable of processing five head of cattle a day in Anapolis, a city in Goiás state. About JBS --- Collaboration & Partnerships JBS is not currently looking for partnerships. Pitch a Partnership F&B Ecosystem Claim Profile JBS has no members on FNBX yet. Be discovered by B2B buyers Showcase your product catalog Signal partnership intent Claim Your Spot Are you a supplier, competitor, or distributor in the F&B space? Create your company profile to connect with giants like this. Create Free Page Takes 2 minutes. No credit card required. Authorised Distributors Americas Asia Europe Oceania There are no distributors currently. Submit New Distributors Company Name Contact Email Description Distribution Location Asia-Pacific Americas MENCA Europe Submit Are you a verified distributor? Claim your territory Recent Activity Listings Add Listing

Tyson Foods has appointed board member and former Procter & Gamble executive Jeff Schomburger as its new President and CEO. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. Featured in this news Meat & Seafood Tyson Foods The Newsroom Tyson Foods has announced the appointment of board member Jeff Schomburger as the company’s new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective 4 October 2026. Schomburger will succeed Donnie King, who is stepping down after a 43-year tenure with the protein producer. To facilitate an orderly leadership transition, a handover period will commence in July 2026. King will retain his seat on the Tyson Foods Board of Directors following the transition. Leadership Transition and Experience Schomburger has served on the Tyson Foods Board of Directors since 2016, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of the organisation's operations, supply chain, and corporate strategy. During his decade on the board, Schomburger has held seats on several committees, including Compensation, Audit, and Strategy & Acquisition, serving as Chair of the latter since 2021. In 2025, he was appointed Lead Independent Director, working closely with executive leadership to provide oversight across the business. Prior to his board roles, Schomburger spent 35 years at consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble (P&G). He held multiple senior leadership positions during his tenure, culminating in his retirement as Global Sales Officer in 2019. The board expects Schomburger's background in customer relations and consumer brand management to assist the company in accelerating its primary strategic goals and strengthening its retail and foodservice partnerships. Focus and AI Integration Upon taking office, Schomburger will be tasked with driving sustainable growth and enhancing shareholder value. In statements regarding his appointment, Schomburger highlighted key operational priorities, including strengthening Tyson's portfolio of food brands, improving customer partnerships, and accelerating the adoption of artificial intelligence across corporate and processing operations. Legacy of Donnie King Outgoing CEO Donnie King leaves a significant operational legacy at the company. During his tenure as Chief Executive, King managed the business through the disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic, improved execution metrics, and worked to strengthen the corporate balance sheet. His strategic initiatives included bringing corporate operations together by consolidating staff at the company’s World Headquarters in Springdale, Arkansas. King will work alongside Schomburger over the coming months to oversee a seamless transfer of executive responsibilities before transitioning fully to his ongoing role on the Board of Directors. Corporate Guidance In tandem with the leadership announcement, Tyson Foods confirmed that its long-term strategy remains focused on driving profitable growth and robust cash generation. The company also reaffirmed its previously issued financial guidance for the fiscal year 2026, signalling operational stability to shareholders and the wider market during this transition period. People Tyson Foods Appoints Jeff Schomburger as President and Chief Executive Officer Eddie Sanders May 28, 2026 People Kraft Heinz Appoints Lucy Hovey as CFO for UK and Ireland Operations People The Hershey Company Appoints Dave Hulays as Chief Financial Officer People Nestlé Waters UK Appoints Thomas Conquet as UK Managing Director People Ben & Jerry's Appoints Three Independent Directors to Board People Business & Finance Food Related news

Kavalan names Marussia Beverages UK as its exclusive distribution partner to lead the reintroduction of its award-winning single malt whisky portfolio to British retailers and collectors. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Kavalan, the Taiwanese single malt distillery, has announced the appointment of Marussia Beverages UK Ltd as its sole distributor in the United Kingdom. The partnership signals a strategic renewal for the brand in one of its most influential global markets, focusing on a prestige-led reintroduction of its portfolio to high-end retailers, venues, and spirits collectors. The agreement covers nationwide distribution across all primary channels, including on-trade, off-trade, specialist retail, e-commerce, and grocery. Strategic Focus on Aged Expressions Central to the new distribution era is the promotion of Kavalan’s 15 Years Old Single Malt Whisky. This expression, which serves as the distillery’s inaugural age-statement flagship, was first released in 2025. By positioning this specific bottle as the lead product, Kavalan and Marussia aim to establish the brand as a leader in the "World Whisky" category for luxury single malts. King Car Chairman Mr. YT Lee noted that the partnership is designed to firmly establish Kavalan's premium stature. The 15-year-old expression represents a milestone in the distillery’s maturation capabilities, moving beyond the brand's traditional focus on NAS (No Age Statement) or younger cask-strength releases. Market Entry and Premium Positioning The reentry strategy prioritises "carefully curated placements" within landmark accounts and influential venues. This approach aims to build brand authority and long-term prestige rather than pursuing mass-market volume immediately. Marussia Beverages UK Managing Director Trevenon Weeks emphasised that the strategy is built to match the distillery's global ambition. With the UK market currently prioritising premiumization, provenance, and discovery, the partnership leverages Kavalan's record of "World's Best" titles to resonate with discerning drinkers seeking innovative craftsmanship. Operational Timeline and Channel Strategy Marussia Beverages will oversee the transition of the brand's presence across the UK. The partnership leverages Marussia’s expertise as an artisanal spirits specialist to navigate the complex UK on-trade and specialist retail landscape. The reintroduction follows a broader trend of "World Whiskies"—distilleries located outside the traditional regions of Scotland, Ireland, and North America—gaining significant traction among Western collectors. Kavalan’s commitment to high-end maturation and international acclaim serves as the cornerstone for its market reentry. Logistics & Supply Chain Kavalan Appoints Marussia Beverages UK as Sole Distributor for British Market News March 17, 2026 Logistics & Supply Chain ID Logistics Launches Dedicated Wine and Spirits Facility in New Jersey Logistics & Supply Chain LBB Specialties Appointed Authorised Distributor for Borregaard BioVanillin Logistics & Supply Chain PeriShip Mitigates Logistics Risks for Perishable Shipments During Summer Heat Logistics & Supply Chain Evolution Fresh Secures Fresh Orange Juice Supply Chain Logistics & Supply Chain Business & Finance Alcohol Related news

M&M'S has partnered with Warner Bros. Pictures to launch limited-edition Amas Veritas Spell & Snack Packs celebrating the release of Practical Magic 2. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. Featured in this news Confectionery Mars Inc The Newsroom Mars Snacking brand M&M'S has announced a limited-edition entertainment partnership with Warner Bros. Pictures to celebrate the theatrical release of Practical Magic 2 . Timed for the Halloween trading window ahead of the film's theatrical debut on 10 September 2026, the collaboration introduces the limited-edition M&M'S Amas Veritas Spell & Snack Pack. The campaign connects consumer packaged goods with theatrical film marketing, deploying scheduled e-commerce drops and digital content featuring actress Camilla Belle to capture consumer interest in seasonal film entertainment and Halloween treating. Packaging and Formulation The promotional product takes inspiration from the 1998 original film's "Amas Veritas" love spell sequence. The limited-edition pack incorporates custom-designed M&M'S lentils featuring eight printed symbols based on the film's spell. Additionally, the release debuts an "extended verse" incorporating four new symbols designed to reference plot elements in Practical Magic 2 . Allison Miazga-Bedrick, Vice President of Marketing, Seasonal Portfolio at Mars Snacking, stated that the partnership provides film enthusiasts with an interactive format to celebrate seasonal movie viewing with M&M'S. When are they available? M&M'S is deploying the limited-edition pack through a targeted direct-to-consumer promotional mechanic on its website: Promotional Mechanics: The Amas Veritas Pack is distributed exclusively via MMS.com/Practical-Magic as a gift with the purchase of an M&M'S Milk Chocolate Fun Size Sharing Bag, while promotional inventories last. Drop 1 Timing: The initial digital release will launch at 12:00 AM ET on Thursday 3 September 2026. Drop 2 Timing: The secondary digital release is scheduled for 12:00 AM ET on Monday 14 September 2026. To support the campaign across digital and social channels, M&M'S partnered with actress Camilla Belle, who portrayed young Sally Owens in the original film. Belle will recreate the spell scene in branded video assets across Instagram and TikTok to promote the theatrical release and the co-branded product drop. Seasonal Halloween Lineup Alongside the digital release of the Amas Veritas Pack, M&M'S is supporting seasonal confectionery demand with its wider autumn and Halloween product lineup, distributed across nationwide physical retail stockists and MMS.com: 🎃 M&M'S Variety Pack: A trick-or-treating mix containing classic Milk Chocolate, roasted Peanut, and rich Peanut Butter M&M'S in portioned Fun Size pouches. 🍫 M&M'S Halloween Blend Milk Chocolate: Core milk chocolate lentils encased in seasonal orange and black candy shells for candy bowls and baking. 🥜 M&M'S Halloween Blend Peanut: Roasted peanuts and milk chocolate lentils finished in orange and black candy shells for seasonal sharing. The promotional campaign pairs direct-to-consumer digital drops with high-volume seasonal retail offerings across US food, mass, and convenience networks throughout the Halloween trading period. Confectionery M&M'S Partners with Practical Magic 2 for Halloween Spell and Snack Packs Eddie Sanders September 2, 2026 New Products Crumbl Partners with Minecraft to Launch Square Dessert Collection Soft drinks Fanta Partners with Ghost Face for Halloween 2026 Haunted Universe Launch New Products Duncan Hines and Swiss Miss Launch Co-Branded Peanuts Seasonal Lineup New Products Carvel Partners with Disney for Camp Rock 3 Ice Cream Range Snacking Confectionery New Products Related news

Texas speciality coffee roaster Merit Coffee is entering the Houston market with three new café openings and a localised menu partnership. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Speciality coffee roaster Merit Coffee Company has announced its retail entry into the Houston market, planning a three-site expansion starting in July 2026. The San Antonio-founded, family-owned brand plans to open its first Houston café in the West University neighbourhood, marking a significant growth milestone in its regional expansion strategy. The launch will introduce the brand’s physical hospitality and coffee sourcing operations to Houston’s active food and beverage sector. Planned Openings and Real Estate Partnerships The Houston expansion marks the first time the Texas-born brand has entered the city since its founding in 2009. The brand, which currently operates 14 locations across San Antonio, Austin, and Dallas, plans to roll out the three upcoming Houston cafés systematically: 📍 West University – Located at 5115 Buffalo Speedway, the brand's debut Houston site is scheduled to open in early July, taking over a retail space previously occupied by Starbucks. 📍 The Heights – Scheduled to open in winter 2026, this café will be housed within the historic Swift Building. 📍 Memorial City – Also scheduled for a winter 2026 opening, this site will be located at the Greenside development. Both the Heights and Memorial City mixed-use developments are being developed in partnership with Houston-based real estate developer Radom Capitol. According to Bill Ellis, Chief Executive Officer of Merit Coffee, the decision to enter Houston follows extensive planning to identify compatible partners, neighbourhoods, and commercial opportunities in one of the country's most active food and beverage markets. Local Supply Chain and Menu Integration To support the regional launch and integrate with the local culinary ecosystem, Merit is partnering with Houston-based wholesale bakery Cake & Bacon. Under the agreement, Cake & Bacon will supply a curated selection of sweet and savoury pastries and food items for the West University café and future Houston locations. The partnership reflects a broader industry trend where expanding beverage brands collaborate with established regional artisans to secure high-quality food offerings without increasing back-of-house operational complexity. By utilising a trusted local supplier, the roaster can deliver a high-quality, neighbourhood-focused food selection that complements its core beverage programme from day one of unified operations. Footprint Expansion and Retail Channels Since opening its first site in 2009, Merit has established a dual-channel business model. In addition to its corporate cafés, the company distributes its packaged whole-bean and ground coffees through major retail and grocery networks across Texas, including H-E-B, Whole Foods Market, Sprouts, Kroger, and Central Market. By securing physical café footprint density in high-traffic, mixed-use Houston destinations, the roaster aims to drive mutual brand awareness between its physical locations and its packaged consumer goods channels, strengthening its market share in the competitive Texas speciality coffee segment. Coffee & Tea Merit Coffee Expands Texas Footprint with Three Houston Café Openings Eddie Sanders June 11, 2026 Coffee & Tea Starbucks Introduces Aerocano Iced Espresso Coffee & Tea BIGGBY Coffee Launches Autumn 2026 Menu Coffee & Tea Costa Coffee Launches Autumn 2026 Menu with Maple Hazel Matcha and New Toasties Foodservice Chomps Expands Distribution Footprint at Starbucks and Costco Coffee & Tea Business & Finance Related news

The launch marks a significant commercial milestone: it represents Canada Dry’s first official entry into the alcoholic ready-to-drink category, leveraging its ubiquity as a premium mixer to capture share in the high-growth convenience segment. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Corby Spirit and Wine and Keurig Dr Pepper Canada have announced a landmark collaboration between two of the country's most established beverage brands. Launching nationwide in February, J.P. Wiser's and Canada Dry are combining their respective category dominance to introduce a ready-to-drink (RTD) Whisky & Ginger Ale premixed cocktail. The launch marks a significant commercial milestone: it represents Canada Dry’s first official entry into the alcoholic ready-to-drink category , leveraging its ubiquity as a premium mixer to capture share in the high-growth convenience segment. Leveraging Heritage for Modern Occasions The collaboration aims to formalise a "signature serve" that is already deeply ingrained in Canadian consumption habits. By packaging the classic highball in a convenient format with a robust 7% ABV , the brands are targeting modern consumption occasions ranging from "game night" to casual social gatherings. Chris McMahon , Vice-President of Away-from-Home Sales & Ready-to-Drink at Keurig Dr Pepper Canada, highlighted the strategic logic behind the move: "If there's one ginger ale Canadians trust with their whisky, it's Canada Dry. This marks the first entry of our ginger ale into the ready-to-drink category, and partnering with J.P. Wiser's... made this pairing a natural evolution." Product Specifications and Regional Availability The product has been engineered to balance the expressive notes of the whisky with the "crisp, refreshing taste" of the ginger ale, eliminating the variability of consumer mixing. Commercial Details: Format: 473 mL single-serve can. Regional Multipacks: 4-packs available specifically in British Columbia, Alberta, and Quebec. Launch Timing: Nationwide availability beginning February 2026. Marketing and Activation Strategy The launch will be supported by a comprehensive national activation plan designed to drive trial across retail and on-premise channels. Sports Marketing: Positioning J.P. Wiser's as the "Official Whisky of Game Night" to secure relevance during major sporting events. Experiential: A rotating series of pop-up experiences, festival appearances, and in-store sampling programs. Digital: A dynamic social campaign focused on nostalgia and "Canadian moments." Maura Cowan , Vice-President of Marketing at Corby Spirit and Wine, noted that the launch reflects a "deliberate approach to evolving the J.P. Wiser's brand," signalling a commitment to innovation while maintaining the quality standards of the heritage distiller. Beverage J.P. Wiser's and Canada Dry Form Strategic Alliance to Launch Premium Whisky RTD News February 2, 2026 New Products Sazerac Enters Soju Category with US Launch of DALHO New Products Echo Falls Debuts Glow-in-the-Dark Sour Apple Fruit Fusion New Products Good Peels Enters RTD Category with Spiked Apple Refresher New Products JINRO Unveils K-POP Star Toad Limited Edition Green Grape Soju Business & Finance Alcohol Beverage Related news

Amcor has launched the Flava Flip Top Closure 38/400, a lightweight 55mm cap designed to accelerate carbon reduction in the food and beverage sector. By achieving an 18.7% relative weight reduction and a monomaterial, recycle-ready design, Amcor is providing brand owners with a high-performance solution for condiments and sauces that meets stringent ESG and circular economy targets. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. Featured in this news Ingredients Amcor The Newsroom Amcor, a global leader in responsible packaging solutions, has introduced the Flava Flip Top Closure 38/400. This 55mm closure is specifically engineered for high-viscosity food applications, such as mayonnaise, ketchup, and sweet sauces, where clean dispensing and consumer convenience are paramount. The launch represents a significant milestone in Amcor’s commitment to the circular economy, offering a "next-generation" upgrade that reduces material usage without compromising the functional integrity required for the shelf-stable sauce category. Technical Innovation: 18.7% Relative Weight Reduction The defining differentiator of the Flava closure is its optimised material efficiency. Amcor has achieved an absolute weight reduction of 1.9g, bringing the total weight of the cap down to 8.5g. Key technical specifications of the 38/400 neck finish range include: Lightweight Design : An 18.7% relative weight reduction compared to previous 55mm flip top models, directly contributing to lower carbon footprints across the supply chain. Monomaterial Construction : The cap is designed as a monomaterial solution, ensuring it is recycle-ready when paired with PET, HDPE, and PP bottles in regions with established recycling infrastructure. Customizable Apertures : Available in various orifice sizes and circular valves to handle a diverse range of product densities and flow requirements. Peter Briggs, UK Sales Director for Food and Beverage at Amcor, stated that finding the balance between weight saving and performance is "crucial for consumers," ensuring that sauces can still be dispensed "cleanly and easily." Portfolio Integration and Brand Flexibility To support a "total solution" approach for brand owners, the Flava closure is designed for seamless integration with Amcor’s existing bottle portfolio. This cross-compatibility allows manufacturers to procure fully integrated, tested, and optimised packaging sets from a single supplier. The Flava closure can be paired with several established Amcor containers, including: Eurosqueeze Range : In HDPE for traditional squeeze-bottle applications. 520ml Mercury PET : Offering high clarity and shelf standout for premium sauces. 400ml Force Oval PET : Optimised for ergonomics and retail shelf density. Furthermore, the closure is available in a wide variety of colours, allowing brands to maintain visual identity while upgrading to a more sustainable packaging format. Meeting Carbon Reduction Targets The global food and beverage industry is currently under intense pressure to meet 2030 sustainability mandates. Packaging often represents a significant portion of a product's Scope 3 emissions; therefore, a nearly 19% reduction in closure weight provides a measurable "quick win" for ESG reporting. By providing a recycle-ready, lightweight solution, Amcor is addressing the "circularity gap" in the condiments aisle. As retailers increasingly prioritise products with lower environmental impacts, the Flava closure provides brand owners with a competitive edge during category reviews. As Amcor continues to modernize its closure portfolio, the industry will be watching for the further application of this 38/400 neck finish technology to other food sub-sectors. The move toward "monomateriality" is expected to become the baseline requirement for the global packaging industry within the next five years. For B2B stakeholders, the Flava launch demonstrates that "responsible packaging" has moved beyond the experimental phase into high-volume, functional reality. With a collaborative approach to delivery and a 40-year track record in closure innovation, Amcor is positioning itself as the primary partner for brands looking to decouple business growth from plastic waste. Packaging Amcor Unveils Flava Flip Top Closure to Drive Packaging Circularity Eddie Sanders April 10, 2026 Packaging Aldi and Arla Launch Trial for UV Tagged Milk Bottle Recycling Logistics & Supply Chain Amcor Secures RecyClass Certification for Pallet Protection Stretch Films Packaging Duni Group Transitions Duniform Range to Recyclable Mono-Material Solutions Packaging Amcor Partners With Kelpi to Develop Seaweed Based Barrier Materials Safety & Quality Sauces Food Packaging New Solutions Related news

Amcor is collaborating with U.K. startup Kelpi to research bio-based, seaweed-derived coating technologies to enhance the sustainability comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. Featured in this news Ingredients Amcor The Newsroom Amcor has announced a collaboration with U.K.-based startup Kelpi to explore the integration of seaweed-derived coating technologies into its fibre packaging portfolio. This initiative is designed to address industry demand for more sustainable packaging materials that maintain functional requirements such as gas and moisture barrier performance. Innovation in Bio-Based Packaging The research and development teams at Amcor are currently evaluating Kelpi’s proprietary platform, which uses seaweed-based materials to provide a functional barrier. The technology is intended to be compatible with standard paper recycling streams, supporting the company's objective of promoting a circular economy for packaging. By incorporating bio-based alternatives, Amcor aims to reduce reliance on fossil fuel-derived feedstocks in its manufacturing processes. This development is integrated into the broader AmFiber™ platform, which seeks to balance the technical demands of high-speed packaging machinery with environmental performance goals. Supporting Sustainability Standards The partnership aligns with Amcor's ongoing innovation strategy and the sustainability goals promoted by organisations such as the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, which has called for accelerated innovation within the paper-based flexible packaging sector. Peter Ettridge, Director of Research and Development for AmFiber™ at Amcor, noted that the potential of Kelpi’s technology lies in its ability to combine processability with the necessary barrier requirements for diverse consumer goods applications. Frank Lehmann, Vice President of Corporate Venturing and Open Innovation at Amcor, added that the collaboration is part of a wider effort to bring nature-sourced, performance-oriented materials into the company's global innovation ecosystem. The companies intend to assess the scalability of these materials for commercial use across various consumer product categories. Packaging Amcor Partners With Kelpi to Develop Seaweed Based Barrier Materials Eddie Sanders July 2, 2026 Packaging Aldi and Arla Launch Trial for UV Tagged Milk Bottle Recycling Logistics & Supply Chain Amcor Secures RecyClass Certification for Pallet Protection Stretch Films Packaging Duni Group Transitions Duniform Range to Recyclable Mono-Material Solutions Facilities Circular Services Opens First Permitted Food and Beverage Depackaging Facility in Florida New Solutions Packaging Sustainability Related news

Discover Kirin Holdings company profile on FNBX with verified distributors, partnership requests and latest industry activity. All Companies Close Alcohol Kirin Holdings Employees founded Headquarters Tokyo, Japan Kirin is a Japanese producer of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, boasting a comprehensive portfolio of brands including Kirin beer, Dare iced coffee and XXXX. As well as its presence in Japan, it also operates in Australia through its Oceania Integrated Beverages business. About Kirin Holdings --- Collaboration & Partnerships Kirin Holdings is not currently looking for partnerships. Pitch a Partnership F&B Ecosystem Claim Profile Kirin Holdings has no members on FNBX yet. Be discovered by B2B buyers Showcase your product catalog Signal partnership intent Claim Your Spot Are you a supplier, competitor, or distributor in the F&B space? Create your company profile to connect with giants like this. Create Free Page Takes 2 minutes. No credit card required. Authorised Distributors Americas Asia Europe Oceania There are no distributors currently. Submit New Distributors Company Name Contact Email Description Distribution Location Asia-Pacific Americas MENCA Europe Submit Are you a verified distributor? Claim your territory Recent Activity Listings Add Listing

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store has introduced a value-focused autumn menu platform, launching Crispy Homestyle Chicken. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom US restaurant and retail chain Cracker Barrel Old Country Store has rolled out a seasonal autumn menu platform across participating nationwide locations, introducing a series of value-focused Crispy Homestyle Chicken deals starting at US$9.99. Running from 18 August through 18 October 2026, the short-run limited-time offering (LTO) couples value-tier menu engineering with seasonal daypart expansions and family-focused promotions to drive guest footfall and transaction frequency during the back-to-school trading window. Menu and Chicken Lineup The promotional push centres on expanding the brand's core poultry architecture, introducing customisation tiers spanning loaded and sauced variations alongside entry-level price positioning. The new Crispy Homestyle Chicken platform features four distinct menu additions: 🍁 Maple Bacon Homestyle Chicken: Crispy Homestyle Chicken topped with melted Colby cheese, crispy bacon, sweet maple glaze, and a cool ranch drizzle. 🧅 BBQ Smokestack Homestyle Chicken: Crispy Homestyle Chicken stacked with crispy bacon, fried onions, melted Colby cheese, and sweet barbecue sauce. 🌶️ Nashville Hot Homestyle Chicken: A spicy variation featuring Cracker Barrel's signature Nashville Hot seasoning. 🍯 Honey Butter Homestyle Chicken: Crispy Homestyle Chicken drizzled with sweet honey butter for a sweet-and-savoury profile. Each chicken entry is offered as an entrée served with two Country Sides and a choice of buttermilk biscuits or corn muffins, or formatted as a sandwich served on a toasted buttermilk bun with Duke's Real Mayonnaise, pickles, and one Country Side. Breakfast Innovations and Seasonal Desserts To support morning daypart traffic and multi-occasion dining, Cracker Barrel is expanding its breakfast cabinet with apple-and-caramel-infused LTOs served alongside eggs and breakfast meats: 🥞 Sweet Cream Caramel Apple Pancakes: Pancakes topped with warm fried cinnamon apples, rich caramel drizzle, and sweet vanilla cream sauce. 🍞 Sweet Cream Caramel Apple French Toast: French toast topped with fried cinnamon apples, caramel drizzle, and sweet vanilla cream sauce. The seasonal platform also incorporates beverage and dessert line extensions: 🍰 Apple Cobbler Cheesecake: A new seasonal dessert combining classic apple cobbler flavour profiles with cheesecake. 🥕 Carrot Cake: A returning guest-favourite layered dessert SKU. 🍏 Granny Smith Apple Beverages: Returning Granny Smith Apple Tea and Granny Smith Apple Mimosa, alongside the new Sweet Honey Latte. Sarah Moore, Chief Marketing Officer at Cracker Barrel, stated that the seasonal campaign was developed to simplify mealtime decision-making for family households facing busy autumn schedules, pairing accessible price points with familiar comfort food profiles. The multi-category seasonal platform will operate across participating Cracker Barrel locations nationwide through 18 October 2026. Foodservice Cracker Barrel Launches Fall Menu Lineup Jacob Deraille August 17, 2026 New Products Rancho La Gloria Launches Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini New Products RYZE Launches Limited Edition Pumpkin Spice Mushroom Coffee at Target New Products Krispy Kreme Debuts Apple Cider Glazed Doughnut New Products Culture Pop Soda Launches Limited Edition Sparkling Apple for Autumn Foodservice New Products Related news

UK-based coffee brand Grind has made its debut in the ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails market with the launch of its first canned espresso martini, now available at Waitrose and WHSmith stores nationwide. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom UK-based coffee brand Grind has made its debut in the ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails market with the launch of its first canned espresso martini, now available at Waitrose and WHSmith stores nationwide. Founded in 2011 with its first café in Shoreditch, East London, Grind has since built a reputation for high-quality, sustainably sourced coffee and has served nearly one million espresso martinis across its café network. The new RTD format aims to replicate the brand’s signature serve, delivering what Grind describes as a “smooth, sweet and rich” finish for a bar-quality experience on the go. Launching ahead of the festive season, the espresso martini will also be available through Grind cafés, restaurants, and its online store, further strengthening its omnichannel strategy. Grind’s entry into the RTD space aligns with growing consumer demand for premium, convenience-driven cocktails and extends the brand’s mission to “change the way we drink coffee for the better.” The company continues to emphasise its sustainability credentials, sourcing coffee ethically from sustainable farms and operating The Better Coffee Foundation, its charitable arm dedicated to reversing environmental damage caused by the coffee industry. In recent years, Grind has also introduced home-compostable coffee pods, plastic-free packaging, and recovered over 120,000kg of ocean plastic between 2023 and 2024. By moving into the RTD segment, Grind joins a wave of coffee brands diversifying into the premium at-home and on-the-go drinks market, blurring the lines between the coffeehouse and cocktail bar experience. Coffee & Tea Grind Expands into Canned Cocktails with RTD Espresso Martini Launch News November 10, 2025 New Products G&Tea Launches Spirit-Based Sparkling Hard Tea Line in Chicago New Products Shottails Launches Ready-to-Drink Canned Shot Range for UK Retailers New Products Saint James Launches Organic Yerba Mate Range Beverage James Watt Unveils Fools Fix Detoxification Drink Alcohol New Products Beverage Coffee & Tea Related news

Papa Johns has selected Deliverect’s Smart Dispatch and Delivery Management platform to unify in-house and third-party delivery workflows across its entire U.S. restaurant network by 2027. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. Featured in this news Foodservice Papa John's The Newsroom Papa Johns has announced a strategic partnership with Deliverect to deploy its Smart Dispatch and Delivery Management platform across all U.S. locations. The move is a cornerstone of the pizza giant’s multi-year initiative to modernise its fulfilment technology stack. By integrating Deliverect, Papa Johns aims to consolidate its ordering channels, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and delivery workflows into a single, unified orchestration hub. Orchestrating Delivery at Enterprise Scale The deployment of the Deliverect platform allows Papa Johns to manage all orders—whether fulfilled by in-house drivers or third-party service partners—through a centralised system. This "intelligent routing" capability is designed to optimise the delivery lifecycle based on real-time restaurant conditions and fleet availability. Key features of the new delivery stack include: Hybrid Dispatching: Automated or manual routing to in-house drivers, third-party fleets, or a hybrid of both. Machine Learning Integration: Technology that eliminates manual handoffs and optimises driver assignments to reduce delivery times. End-to-End Visibility: Live tracking of driver locations, estimated arrival times (ETAs), and comprehensive performance metrics for store managers. Strategic Modernisation and Efficiency The partnership is led by Kevin Vasconi, Chief Digital and Technology Officer at Papa Johns, who emphasised that simplifying the delivery process is a critical priority for the brand’s digital evolution. By reducing operational complexity, the company expects to improve both the in-store team experience and the consistency of the guest experience. This technological shift provides Papa Johns with data-driven insights across its enterprise, allowing for better decision-making regarding labour allocation and delivery performance. The platform also serves as a central hub for in-store team members to batch deliveries and monitor live order statuses, effectively acting as a "control tower" for local operations. Rollout Timeline and Industry Context Deliverect, a global leader in delivery management, joins an expanding ecosystem of technology partners supporting Papa Johns’ digital transformation. Noah Hayes, Vice President at Deliverect, highlighted the partnership as a significant step in protecting and enhancing the customer experience for a major U.S. legacy brand. The implementation follows a phased rollout strategy, with the goal of reaching full deployment across all participating U.S. Papa Johns locations by the end of 2027. This timeline aligns with the brand’s broader efforts to replace legacy systems with modern, cloud-based, and AI-driven solutions. Foodservice Papa Johns Partners with Deliverect to Unify U.S. Delivery Operations News March 18, 2026 Foodservice Pizza Hut Australia Unveils $10M Brand Overhaul and Network Expansion Business & Finance Yum! Brands Completes $1.5B Pizza Hut Acquisition to LongRange Capital Foodservice California Pizza Kitchen and T-ROC Global to Deploy 1000 Automated Retail Kiosks Foodservice Coco Robotics and Little Caesars Launch Autonomous Robot Pizza Delivery Business & Finance Technology Foodservice Related news