Food prices continue to fluctuate in ways that affect every household’s grocery budget and dining decisions. According to the latest USDA Economic Research Service data, Americans are seeing varying rates of inflation across different food categories, with some relief expected in certain areas by 2025. The ongoing battle between rising production costs and stabilizing supply […]

The FDA has recently issued several recalls for popular dessert products due to serious safety concerns ranging from undeclared allergens to bacterial contamination. These recalls affect products from manufacturers such as Rajbhog Distributors GA Inc. and Sweet Cream, highlighting the ongoing challenges in food safety within the dessert industry. Recent notable recalls include Jalebi products […]

Bread’s transformation from a dietary staple to a star ingredient in desserts mirrors centuries of culinary innovation. Once limited to simple bread puddings and fried dough sweets, today’s bread-based desserts have evolved into sophisticated creations that blend tradition with modern flair. This evolution is particularly timely as the global dessert market surges, reaching an estimated […]

Vivici, a leader in sustainable dairy protein innovation, recently secured $33.7 million in Series A funding to expand its groundbreaking precision fermentation technology. This funding, led by APG on behalf of ABP and Invest-NL, will fuel the company’s international market growth and the development of its second dairy protein ingredient. With a focus on reducing […]

Core Home, a household name in housewares and lifestyle products, has made a bold move into the food and beverage industry with its acquisition of Bubluv, an Asian boba tea startup. This strategic purchase marks a significant shift for Core Home, which has built its reputation on sustainable and innovative lifestyle solutions. Diana Ark Chen, […]

Alfa Laval’s new Sustainable Food Innovation Center in Copenhagen is setting a precedent for the future of food production. This 1,200 m² facility, expected to open in 2027, aims to address global food challenges by helping producers meet rising demand while reducing environmental impact. Located at the company’s Food and Water business headquarters, the center […]

Jeremiah’s Italian Ice has teamed up with Skittles to add a vibrant, crunchy twist to their frozen desserts. Starting March 3, 2025, fans can enjoy the limited-time Skittles POP’d Candies as a bold new topping for Italian Ice, Jelati, and Soft Ice Cream. These freeze-dried, airy Skittles POP’d candies bring a burst of fruity flavor […]

We may bleed Dodger blue over here, but even we have to admit—this ice cream looks amazing. Yes, it pains us to say anything nice about Boston sports, but when baseball and dessert collide, we have to put rivalries aside… at least for a scoop or two. Gifford’s Ice Cream has teamed up with the […]

Finland’s initial plan to increase VAT on confectionery stirred significant debate among industry leaders and consumers alike. Proposed in April 2024, the hike aimed to raise the tax rate from 14% to 25.5% as part of broader fiscal measures for 2025-2028. While intended to generate €83 million annually and reduce public debt, the move faced […]

Kaab el Ghazal, or gazelle horns, is a beloved dessert deeply tied to Ramadan and Eid celebrations. Named after the graceful gazelle, its crescent shape resembles the animal’s horns, symbolizing elegance and tradition. Made with thin dough wrapped around a spiced almond paste, it’s flavored with cinnamon and orange flower water, often dusted with powdered […]