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Rebel Kitchen launches in Waitrose
Snacking brand Rebel Kitchen, which specialises in dairy-free coconut ‘mylk’ drinks, is launching exclusively in Waitrose in the UK. The supermarket will be stocking two SKUs from the range – both the banana and chocolate 200ml three packs – in 218 stores nationwide. Launched this year, Rebel Kitchen’s range of dairy-free ‘mylks’ are made with […]
Breadsticks, biscuits and colour labels
Founded in 1967 in the centre of Piombino Dese in Italy, Forno Bottaro bakery produces sweet and savory bread.
Growing thirst for premium cider
According to the National Association of Cider Makers (NACM), in a buoyant market consumers are enjoying more cider than ever before and trading up for pricier, artisan versions of the drink. Figures show that sales of top tier premium cider in the ‘take home’ sector reached £75 million in June this year – an increase […]
Anyone for cricket?
Having spent the last couple of weeks getting to grips with my new role, this week I visited Leatherhead Food Research in Surrey to tour the facilities and find out what the company has been up to recently. Whilst there I was asked, “How would you feel about drinking a cricket smoothie?” Being new to […]
Pizza box concept from Faerch Plast
Faerch Plast, a European manufacturer of plastic containers for the food industry, has launched a new pizza box concept. The base of the pack is produced from CPET for use in ovens (max 220°C) or microwaves whilst the lid is made from clear APET. The pizza box was awarded the Snack d’Or trophy at the […]
Environmental permits – are you prepared for the changes?
The Industrial Emissions Directive means that food producers will need to address environmental permits.
‘Trying new things’
Alan Gundle, managing director of the Mondelēz International Global Science and Technology Research centre in Reading.
Vacuum receiver with pneumatic dump valve
Flexicon has introduced a new Vacuum Receiver with a pneumatically-actuated dump valve for dilute phase pneumatic conveying systems. Constructed of stainless steel, the vacuum receiver features a rugged, clamp-together design that facilitates rapid, tool-free disassembly for filter cleaning and maintenance. The modular design permits the addition of cylinder segments for increased holding volume. The flap-type dump valve is […]
Growth in ‘posh’ ready meals shows how consumer attitudes and behaviour can diverge
The fact that sales of premium ready meals grew in the UK by between 7 and 8% in 2013 whilst 65% of consumers say they want to eat fewer ready meals and cook more is a classic example of behavioural economics at work, according to customer insight agency Engage Research. Behavioural economics is a reaction to […]
Mühlenchemie opens new pasta pilot plant
With its new pilot plant, Geman company Mühlenchemie offers pasta manufacturers an additional service. At the pasta laboratory in Ahrensburg, customers can now verify the possible effects of enzymes and other additives on noodle products before the start of commercial production. The pilot plant simulates the industrial production process. In order to enhance the quality […]
Greiner Packaging develops yogurt packaging for men
Danone is expanding the line of yogurt products for men, which was trialled in Bulgaria. In a number of studies, Danone Bulgaria concentrated on the taste preferences of Bulgarian men in yogurt consumption. The major findings revealed that men in Bulgaria particularly like yogurt products with thick consistency, high fat content, and a distinctive taste. […]
Eyes on the prize
Peter Burgess, head of consumer and sensory science at Campden BRI, looks at what makes a new product succeed or fail, and how better to guarantee success on the shelf.
Business news, Food safety, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
Unregulated labels pose risks for allergic consumers
A conference at the Food Standards Agency (FSA) headquarters this week explored the risks allergic consumers are willing to take in buying and consuming food products, after a survey revealed that three out of four allergic consumers would purchase products claiming to be ‘allergen free’ on the label – despite these claims being largely unregulated. […]
Fruit and vegetable powders offer clean-label indulgence
Naturex is to highlight sweet and savoury product applications that offer ‘permissible indulgence’, using its NAT F&V 100% fruit and vegetable powders at the forthcoming Food Ingredients Europe 2013. Made with no additives, and with no added sugar, Naturex’s 100% fruit and vegetable powders give food and beverage manufacturers the opportunity to tap into demand […]