Food news

• GLP-1s, tariffs and health: Why food brands are reformulating

  13-01-2026 17:32 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Food reformulation is a a way to adapt to challenges, such as commodity price rises, regulations or tariffs. It is also a way to embrace opportunities, such as consumer demands for healthy options and the popularity of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs. How are brands reformulating?
  
  Read more

• The big 5: Functional confectionery trends to watch

  13-01-2026 14:00 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Discover the top 5 trends driving the functional confectionery boom - from protein-packed bars and gut-health gummies to stress-relief chocolates and premium personalised gifting.
  
  Read more

• January tips if you’re cooking for one | Kitchen aide

  13-01-2026 14:00 via theguardian.com
  From one-pot meals to versatile dishes that last all week, our panel of experts serves up ideas for solo chefsI really struggle with cooking for one, so what can I make in January that’s interesting but easy and, most importantly, warming?
  Jane, via email“There’s an art to the perfect solo meal,” says Bonnie Chung, author of Miso: From Japanese Classics to Everyday Umami, “and that’s balancing decadence with ease.” For Chung, that means good-quality ingr
  
  Read more

• Cheesy celeriac souffle and citrus salad: Thomasina Miers’ recipes to brighten a dark winter’s day

  13-01-2026 07:00 via theguardian.com
  A light but filling no-bechamel souffle with a zingy citrus salad to add a sharp burst of flavour and colourThere is a skill in not wasting food and it’s all about good, old-fashioned housekeeping. If you learn how to store ingredients properly (cool, dark places are handy for spuds, for example) and keep tabs on what’s in your fridge/freezer, you can use everything up before it goes off – and make delicious things in the process. This golden, cheese-crusted souffle uses up the
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• Why consumers are embracing premium beverages in 2026

  12-01-2026 18:51 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Premium beverages, such as luxury hot chocolate and celebrity-backed spirits, are seeing strong popularity in 2026. In a tough economic climate, many consumers are looking for affordable luxuries.
  
  Read more

• Is cycle syncing the next big thing in women’s nutrition?

  12-01-2026 15:52 via foodnavigator.com
  
  From cycle‑syncing protein to PMS‑targeted snacks, women’s health innovation is accelerating as brands tap rising demand for personalised, evidence‑based nutrition.
  
  Read more

• Cyber attacks spike worldwide: 7 ways food and drink can fight back

  12-01-2026 14:05 via foodnavigator.com
  
  A sharp rise in cyberattacks is disrupting food and beverage supply chains, with ransomware targeting retailers, processors and suppliers. Discover the key threats, industry vulnerabilities and essential cybersecurity measures needed to safeguard critical operations.
  
  Read more

• Georgina Hayden’s quick and easy recipe for antipasti beans on toast | Quick and easy

  12-01-2026 14:00 via theguardian.com
  A homegrown favourite with an Italian twist: choose whichever antipasti vegetables you like, and definitely use the oil from the jarPerhaps you still have some cheeseboard odds and sods in the fridge from Christmas? I know I still have a few to get through, but, other than that, my fridge and cupboards are looking pretty bare. Beans on toast has always been my go-to meal in times such as these, and when I need comfort, familiarity and ease. What used to involve opening a tin and reheating the co
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• Heineken CEO steps down

  12-01-2026 10:38 via beveragedaily.com
  
  Heineken CEO, Dolf van den Brink, will step down. The company is searching for a new CEO to lead its strategy in premium, alcohol-free brews and digital transformation
  
  Read more

• West African sunshine dishes: Toyo Odetunde’s chicken yassa pot pie and stuffed plantain boats – recipes

  12-01-2026 07:00 via theguardian.com
  Beat the winter blues with a soul-soothing, Senegalese-inspired spiced chicken pie and hearty Nigerian plantain boats stuffed with black-eyed beansIf there’s anything that can assuage my winter blues, it’s a soul-soothing chicken pie. I’ve long enjoyed innovating fusions between west African and other cuisines, and today’s marriage of a deeply flavourful Senegalese chicken yassa-inspired filling in buttery, flaky puff pastry is one of my all-time favourites. But, first, m
  
  Read more

• How to make penne all’arrabiata – recipe | Felicity Cloake's Masterclass

  11-01-2026 14:00 via theguardian.com
  Arrabiata means angry, but this simple and delicious pasta dish is pure joyPasta all’arrabbiata is the perfect dish for January. Not only is it quick, vegan and made from ingredients you might conceivably have in the cupboard already, but the name, which means angry, could be said to suit my mood now that the last of the Christmas festivities are over. Happily, a big plate of rich, tomatoey pasta can always be relied upon to lift the spirits.Prep 5 minCook 25 minServes 2 Continue reading..
  
  Read more

• How to make penne all’arrabbiata – recipe | Felicity Cloake's Masterclass

  11-01-2026 14:00 via theguardian.com
  Arrabbiata means angry, but this simple and delicious pasta dish is pure joyPasta all’arrabbiata is the perfect dish for January. Not only is it quick, vegan and made from ingredients you might conceivably have in the cupboard already, but the name, which means angry, could be said to suit my mood now that the last of the Christmas festivities are over. Happily, a big plate of rich, tomatoey pasta can always be relied upon to lift the spirits.Prep 5 minCook 25 minServes 2 Continue reading.
  
  Read more

• Martino’s, London SW1: ‘Beautiful bedlam’ – restaurant review | Grace Dent on restaurants

  11-01-2026 07:00 via theguardian.com
  Does central London really need another fancy Italian restaurant? Well, yes, apparently it does …Does the area around Sloane Square in central London really need another fancy, Italian-leaning restaurant that serves up tortellini in brodo and veal Milanese? Well, yes, apparently it does. One Saturday lunchtime late last year at Martino’s was hectic even in the delightful reception area, where we were waiting to check in a coat with the elegantly uniformed front-of-house ladies. All
  
  Read more

• ‘A classic citric-forward twang and complex flavour’: the best UK supermarket marmalade, tasted and rated

  10-01-2026 14:00 via theguardian.com
  Which supermarket marmalades hit preserve perfection and which aren’t worth their rind?• The baking kit the pros can’t live withoutFor this week’s taste test, I asked my old River Cottage colleague, friend and author Pam “the Jam” Corbin for advice. “A truly brilliant marmalade,” she says, “is simply one where the peel, the gel, the texture and indeed the flavour are in harmony.“The amazing and rather magical thing about marmalade,&rdquo
  
  Read more

• Meera Sodha’s vegan recipe for roast swede and purple sprouting broccoli curry | The new vegan

  10-01-2026 07:00 via theguardian.com
  Earthy, sweet swede soaks up a curry sauce like a champion, and this ginger, tomato and coconut number is no exceptionAs a day-in-day-out home cook, there is no more welcome tool in my dinner toolbox than a bung-it-in-the-oven dish. A second necessary tool in the month of January is the ability to dispose of or transform a swede into an evening meal. For the uninitiated, when roasted, the swede, that pretty, purple-creamed, dense little ball, is part-creamy, part carrot-like in nature, and earth
  
  Read more

• What’s in for dairy from the EU-Mercosur agreement?

  09-01-2026 20:17 via dairyreporter.com
  
  The EU‑Mercosur agreement unlocks new dairy quotas, tariff cuts and GI protections, creating major growth opportunities for producers on both sides of the Atlantic.
  
  Read more

• EU-Mercosur: 6 takeaways for F&B

  09-01-2026 17:29 via foodnavigator.com
  
  The EU-Mercosur deal has been signed. The free trade agreement will remove numerous tariff barriers between the EU and the Mercosur countries (Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay). This has led to significant unease among European farmers, who feel that the agreement may bring unfair competition through cheap Latin American goods entering Europe.
  
  Read more

• Cocktail of the week: The American Bar at Gleneagles’ smoked cherry – recipe | The good mixer

  09-01-2026 14:00 via theguardian.com
  A sweet and sparkly way to use up cocktail cherries at the 19th holeIf, like many people, you’ve got an opened jar of cocktail cherries in the fridge after the festivities, here’s a very classy way to use up some of the syrup.Emilio Giovanazzi, head bartender, The American Bar, Gleneagles, Auchterarder, Perthshire Continue reading...
  
  Read more

• Nestlé’s reputation in danger over global infant formula recall

  09-01-2026 13:47 via dairyreporter.com
  
  Nestlé faces scrutiny after its largest-ever infant formula recall. Experts explain how transparency, trust, and crisis response will shape investor confidence in 2026.
  
  Read more

• Barry Callebaut: The rumoured split that could change chocolate

  09-01-2026 12:46 via confectionerynews.com
  
  Discover why Barry Callebaut may split its cocoa unit, how commodity volatility is reshaping strategy, and what this potential move could mean for the future of the confectionery and snacking industries.
  
  Read more

• Mythbusting Dry January: What brands need to know about the alcohol-free movement

  09-01-2026 12:37 via beveragedaily.com
  
  Dry January, initiated by Alcohol Change UK in 2013, has evolved from a modest campaign to a global movement encouraging people to reduce alcohol consumption for a month.
  
  Read more

• Can Kingsmill and Hovis really share a loaf?

  09-01-2026 12:20 via bakeryandsnacks.com
  
  A fast-tracked CMA investigation has thrown Associated British Foods’ planned takeover of Hovis into deep regulatory water and exposed how brittle the UK bread market has become.
  
  Read more

• Helen Goh’s recipe for baked apples with lemon and tahini | The sweet spot

  09-01-2026 07:00 via theguardian.com
  A wholesome and indulgent pudding that’s a great way to use up dried fruit left over from the festive seasonAfter the excesses of December, these baked apples are a light, refreshing vegan pudding. The filling makes good use of any dried fruit lingering still from Christmas, and is brightened with lemon and bound with nutty tahini. As the apples bake, they turn yielding and fragrant, while the sesame oat topping crisps to a golden crown. Serve warm with a splash of cream, yoghurt or ice-cr
  
  Read more

• Is pet food sustainable?

  08-01-2026 16:57 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Pet food has a high climate impact. Due to pet food, the carbon footprint, or pawprint, of dogs is sometimes greater than that of their owners. How can industry deal with these high emissions? Some pet foods have a lower climate impact than others: dry, for example, is better than wet or raw. There are also entirely different forms of pet food, including cultivated pet food, which have environmental advantages compared to traditional pet food.
  
  Read more

• Europe’s meal‑replacement boom: 3 trends to watch

  08-01-2026 16:07 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Discover the key trends transforming Europe’s booming $2bn meal replacement market — from GLP‑1‑friendly ‘mini meals’ and next‑gen smart shakes to longevity‑focused nutrition. Explore how brands like Asda, Huel, Sneak and Novos are reshaping health, convenience and functional food innovation heading into 2026.
  
  Read more

• Health by stealth: the rise of drinkable no- and low-alcohol beer

  08-01-2026 14:00 via theguardian.com
  Nolo beer is becoming easier, cheaper and tastier, so tip one back in Dry January without a careAs the last of the liqueur bottles are consigned to the recycling and the festive hangovers subside, even those of us who scorn the very concept of Dry January (no booze at all? In the gloomiest month of the year? Are they mad?) tend to take our feet off the alcohol pedal and give our livers something of a rest.Water, of course, is the easiest, cheapest and probably most effective way to detox; it&rsq
  
  Read more

• Top 5 longevity trends shaping food and drink

  08-01-2026 13:45 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Discover the top longevity trends shaping the food and beverage industry - from gut health and protein to functional drinks and natural plant‑based eating - and learn how brands can tap into cross‑generational demand for science‑backed, wellness‑focused innovation.
  
  Read more

• How F&B can tackle water scarcity

  08-01-2026 09:53 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Water scarcity is a growing problem, one which impacts food and agriculture. What can food producers do to mitigate its impacts?
  
  Read more

• Nestlé infant formula scandal escalates

  08-01-2026 08:39 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Nestlé has recalled select SMA infant formulas worldwide over potential cereulide contamination, prompting refunds, product checks and heightened regulatory action as parents and retailers seek clarity on safety and next steps.
  
  Read more

• Mark Hix’s recipe for roast pumpkin and pickled walnut salad

  08-01-2026 07:00 via theguardian.com
  This superb winter salad uses shaved and roast pumpkin to bring a riot of textural contrast and a flash of colour to a grey winter’s dayI try to grow a few varieties of squash every season, but in the past couple of years the results have more or less failed me. I originally put that down to the lack of time and attention I’d given those poor plants, but I’m now starting to wonder if the soil in my raised garden beds overlooking Lyme Bay in Dorset is actually right for them.I&r
  
  Read more

• Medjool dates, saffron and cardamon seeds: Entrepreneur creates flavorful functional alternative to traditional milkshakes

  07-01-2026 14:34 via beveragedaily.com
  
  Sinsible Food taps into consumer demand for luxurious yet functional dairy-free beverages: drawing on Medjool dates, almonds, peanuts, saffron, and cardamom seeds for health, quality, and exotic flavors.
  
  Read more

• The AI revolution sweeping food and drink

  07-01-2026 14:00 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Discover how AI is transforming the food and beverage industry - from smarter supply chains to autonomous R&D - and what it means for the sector’s future.
  
  Read more

• How to turn excess hard veg into fridge-raid sauerkraut – recipe | Waste not

  07-01-2026 14:00 via theguardian.com
  An easy and ingenious way to use up odd bits and pieces of root vegThe dry-salting fermentation method used to make sauerkraut works brilliantly on almost any firm vegetable, so you can happily explore beyond the traditional cabbage. I had a couple of carrots and a piece of squash that needed saving, so I turned them into a golden kraut with ginger, turmeric and a little orange zest for brightness. Use whatever you have to hand and let the ingredients lead your creativity. Continue reading...
  
  Read more

• What’s brewing at Heineken? Behind the scenes with the R&D chief

  07-01-2026 11:46 via beveragedaily.com
  
  Heineken's new €45m global R&D Center in the Netherlands focuses on brewing innovation, consumer needs, and future brewing technologies, exemplified by products like Heineken 0.0 and Heineken 0.0 Ultimate.
  
  Read more

• As cocoa chaos continues, Kokomodo finds its moment

  07-01-2026 11:36 via foodnavigator.com
  
  As cocoa prices surge and supply falters, cell‑cultured cacao start‑up Kokomodo steps in with climate‑proof, customisable cocoa solutions for food, beauty and nutrition.
  
  Read more

• Chickpea stew and lentil soup: Imad Alarnab’s recipes for Syrian comfort food

  07-01-2026 07:00 via theguardian.com
  A warm, silky soup and a nourishing and flavourful stew to help get you through the colder weatherbowl of creamy red lentil soup feels like pure comfort – warm, silky and deeply satisfying. The lentils cook down into a smooth, golden blend, their gentle sweetness enriched by sauteed onions, garlic and a touch of spice. A drizzle of dukkah oil brightens things up, making it perfect for January. Then, a Levantine chickpea stew with aubergine and tahini, which is so nourishing and full of fla
  
  Read more

• How affordable indulgence is driving APAC snack market

  07-01-2026 04:37 via foodnavigator-asia.com
  
  We explore how consumers are engaging in mindful spending and drawn to flavour innovations that balance taste and value.
  
  Read more

• The Big Shift: Five trends transforming food and beverage

  06-01-2026 16:28 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Overview of the key innovation trends shaping the future of the food and beverage industry, including AI-driven development, sustainable solutions, digital food safety, evolving regulation and rising consumer demand for transparency.
  
  Read more

• Exclusive: Can biotech break monk fruit’s supply constraints? Manus thinks so

  06-01-2026 15:35 via foodnavigator-usa.com
  
  Sweetener manufacturer Manus Bio, aims to democratize monk fruit production and availability in the US via fermentation at its facility in Augusta, Ga.
  
  Read more

• Did Joe Wicks kill off demand for protein bars?

  06-01-2026 15:35 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Joe Wicks’ UPF-focused protein bar exposé has sparked renewed scrutiny of ingredient quality, but market data shows consumers aren’t abandoning protein bars — they’re becoming more selective, driving growth in simpler, real‑food formulations and signalling a major evolution in the performance nutrition category.
  
  Read more

• What can I use in vegetarian curries instead of coconut milk? | Kitchen aide

  06-01-2026 14:00 via theguardian.com
  Top tips from a roster of experienced curry-makers, from adding a dollop of yoghurt to experimenting with pastesI want to make more vegetarian curries, but most call for a tin of coconut milk and I’m trying to cut down on saturated fats. What can I use instead?Jill, via email
  Coconut milk brings silkiness and sweet richness to curries, and also mellows spices, so any substitute will likely change the nature of the dish. That said, if you really want to avoid the white stuff, Karan Gokani,
  
  Read more

• How will tariffs impact food in 2026?

  06-01-2026 11:24 via foodnavigator.com
  
  2025 saw a flurry of tariffs from the US, targeting both nearly every country in the world, and a number of key food sectors. Will 2026 be as turbulent? More importantly, how will food be impacted?
  
  Read more

• Coca-Cola announces job cuts as restructuring continues

  06-01-2026 10:49 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Coca‑Cola’s latest corporate layoffs signal broader restructuring across Big Food as manufacturers streamline operations, invest in technology, and adapt to shifting consumer trends.
  
  Read more

• Kenji Morimoto’s recipe for root vegetable rösti with crisp chickpeas

  06-01-2026 07:00 via theguardian.com
  Served with mustard aïoli, crisp chickpeas and a quick-pickled red onion and parsley salad, these root veg fritters make a satisfying dish that’s ideal for a weekend brunchI’m a sucker for a rösti, and I truly believe it makes the best breakfast, brunch – or any meal, really. This one leans into the amazing varieties of root vegetables we have at our disposal, and it is especially stunning when layered and presented with all of the other elements: a bold mustard a&ium
  
  Read more

• Adults in England eating as much salt a day as in 22 bags of crisps, study shows

  06-01-2026 01:01 via theguardian.com
  Campaigners call for action to make manufacturers reduce salt in food, which can contribute to high blood pressure and deathsAdults in England eat the same amount of salt every week as is found in 155 bags of crisps, according to analysis by a leading health charity.The British Heart Foundation, which carried out the study, said this also equated to 22 bags a day of ready salted, lightly salted or sea salt crisps. Continue reading...
  
  Read more

• France bans imports of foods containing EU-prohibited pesticides

  05-01-2026 16:48 via foodnavigator.com
  
  France has announced that it will ban foods containing residues of pesticides prohibited by the EU. In practice, this will greatly restrict imports of products such as mangos, guavas, avocados, grapes, apples and citrus fruits, particularly from South America. The measure is being put in place to reduce 'unfair competition' to French farmers. France has long been a critic of the upcoming Mercosur-EU trade deal, which will reduce trade barriers between Europe and many South American countries.
  
  Read more

• Performance nutrition booms as ‘everyday athletes’ take over

  05-01-2026 15:20 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Discover how ‘everyday athletes’ are transforming the global performance nutrition market, driving record growth, cleaner labels, evidence‑based formulations and mainstream demand for protein, hydration and recovery products. Explore key trends, consumer shifts and implications for brands in this rapidly expanding category.
  
  Read more

• Rukmini Iyer’s quick and easy recipe for roast sweet potato, feta and butter bean traybake | Quick and easy

  05-01-2026 14:00 via theguardian.com
  An inviting combination of bright, warming flavours, all in a single tinA brilliant, warming 30-minute traybake, all in one tin. I love the combination of roast sweet potatoes with crumbled feta and a bright, fresh pesto; adding butter beans to the mix brings another hit of protein, as well as getting more legumes into your diet – win-win! A jar or tin of chickpeas would work just as well, if that’s what you have in, and feel free to substitute the parsley for other soft herbs, shoul
  
  Read more

• Food fraud cases surge worldwide as prevention efforts fail

  05-01-2026 13:59 via foodnavigator.com
  
  A clear, concise look at why food fraud is rising, which categories are most at risk, and how industry can strengthen supply‑chain transparency, testing and verification to protect consumers and build resilience.
  
  Read more

• Will GLP-1s go big in Europe in 2026?

  05-01-2026 12:44 via foodnavigator.com
  
  GLP-1 weight-loss drugs have already seen massive success in the US. While they've made some headway into the European market, their impact here has been minimal by comparison. 2026 may be the year that this changes, as their position in Europe expands and becomes more systematised.
  
  Read more

Follow @FoodUKnews on Twitter!