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Day One Ignites with Historic Dim Sum (Image Credits: Pixabay) Hong Kong – Towering skyscrapers share space with verdant hills and bustling markets in this vibrant hub, ideal for a packed weekend of flavors and adventures.[1] Day One Ignites with Historic Dim Sum Colonial-era elegance sets the tone at Luk Yu Tea House in Central, a 1933 landmark where wooden fixtures and ink art evoke old-world charm amid the city’s rush. Diners select from steaming baskets of har gow shrimp dumplings, barbecued pork buns, and inventive siu mai topped with quail eggs or mushrooms. This spot captures Hong Kong’s fusion … Read more

From Jam Jars to National Fame (Image Credits: Pixabay) Virgil Village, Los Angeles – Sqirl launched its long-awaited dinner service on February 19, extending the reach of its ingredient-driven cuisine into the evening hours.[1][2] From Jam Jars to National Fame Sqirl opened its doors in 2012 under chef and owner Jessica Koslow, transforming a modest 800-square-foot space into a cornerstone of Los Angeles dining. The restaurant quickly gained renown for its vegetable-forward grain bowls, crispy rice salads, and signature ricotta toast topped with house-made jam, drawing long lines and inspiring a wave of all-day cafes across the city.[3][2] Koslow, with … Read more

Eighteen Years of Platform Building Pays Off (Image Credits: Unsplash) London – GlobalData Plc completed its transition from AIM to the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange on March 5, 2026, a move that highlights the firm’s growing scale and strategic maturity.[1][2] Eighteen Years of Platform Building Pays Off The listing upgrade capped nearly two decades of deliberate growth for GlobalData, which owns publications like Just Food and Investment Monitor. Company leaders described the shift as validation of their vision to create a connected intelligence platform blending proprietary data, expert analysis, and AI tools. This evolution replaced fragmented services … Read more

Transformative Investment Ushers in New Era (Image Credits: Pexels) Batavia Township, Ohio – Dainty Foods announced plans to build its first US manufacturing facility, aiming to meet rising demand for convenient rice products across the country.[1] Transformative Investment Ushers in New Era The decision represents a major milestone for the Canadian company. Dainty Foods committed an initial $85 million to construct a 250,000-square-foot plant. Executives described the move as pivotal to the firm’s long-term strategy.[1] Production at the site will ramp up with the first phase launching in the first quarter of 2027. Full operations promise an output of up … Read more

France Emerges as a Cheese Import Powerhouse (Image Credits: Pixabay) Reggio Emilia, Italy – DalterFood Group completed its acquisition of For Food France, positioning the Italian dairy leader for deeper penetration into Europe’s second-largest market for Italian cheeses.[1][2] France Emerges as a Cheese Import Powerhouse France stood out last year as the top destination outside Italy for Italian cheese exports, absorbing around 144,000 tonnes of varieties including mozzarella, Parmigiano Reggiano, and Grana Padano.[1] This substantial volume underscored the market’s appetite for premium Italian products, particularly in retail and foodservice sectors. DalterFood viewed the acquisition as a direct response to this … Read more

Sunflower Seeds Step In for Cocoa (Image Credits: Pixabay) Germany – Nestlé has joined forces with ingredient specialist Planet A Foods to roll out a pioneering cocoa-free chocolate product aimed at reshaping snacking habits.[1] Sunflower Seeds Step In for Cocoa A surprising twist in chocolate innovation arrived when Nestlé announced its new snack, Choco Crossies Snack Vibes, crafted without traditional cocoa. The product relies on Planet A Foods’ proprietary ChoViva ingredient, derived from fermented and roasted ground sunflower seeds blended with plant-based fats, grape seed flour, and sugar. Cornflakes make up the remaining portion, creating a crunchy treat composed of … Read more

Recent Acquisitions Fuel LSDH’s Momentum (Image Credits: Pixabay) Centre-Val de Loire – French food group LSDH has acquired artisanal biscuit maker Biscuiterie de Chambord, marking another step in its regional expansion.[1][2] Recent Acquisitions Fuel LSDH’s Momentum LSDH, formally known as Laiterie de Saint-Denis-de-l’Hôtel, operates across liquid foods and salads-and-catering divisions. The company employed more than 2,000 people last year and maintains a footprint in six French regions. Its infrastructure includes ten production sites and one logistics facility. Executives at LSDH pursued growth aggressively in recent months. The group finalized the purchase of Bonduelle’s packaged-salad business in France during July 2025. … Read more

Strong Close to a Transformational 2025 (Image Credits: Unsplash) Mississauga, Ontario – Maple Leaf Foods Inc. reported solid fiscal 2025 results on March 5, 2026, while outlining a 2026 outlook that promises adjusted EBITDA gains alongside a more measured pace of sales increases.[1][2] Strong Close to a Transformational 2025 The company delivered impressive full-year performance in 2025, with revenue climbing 7.7% to C$3.91 billion from C$3.63 billion in 2024. Adjusted EBITDA rose 21.1% to C$475.7 million, lifting the margin by 140 basis points to 12.2%.[1] This marked substantial progress amid a strategic overhaul. In the fourth quarter alone, sales reached … Read more

Outbreaks Span Three Cities Over Nearly a Month (Image Credits: Foodsafetynews.com) Shandong Province, China – Health officials identified durian mille-feuille cakes from a single franchise brand as the source of multiple foodborne outbreaks that sickened 22 people in three cities during the spring and summer of 2025.[1][2] Outbreaks Span Three Cities Over Nearly a Month Investigators from local centers for disease control pinpointed 22 confirmed cases between May 28 and June 23, 2025. The illnesses struck in Qingdao, Yantai, and Tai’an, affecting people with a median age of 30 years, ranging from 9 to 61. Women accounted for 64 percent … Read more

Addressing Urgent Industry Pressures Head-On (Image Credits: Foodsafetynews.com) Rosemont, Illinois — Professionals in the food industry now have access to specialized certificate courses at the upcoming Food Safety Summit, crafted to deliver practical tools amid intensifying regulatory demands and technological advances.[1][2] Addressing Urgent Industry Pressures Head-On The food sector grapples with heightened scrutiny from regulators, emerging hazards, and swift tech innovations. Organizers of the 2026 Food Safety Summit responded by curating five certificate courses, set primarily for May 11 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. These sessions promise in-depth training from renowned experts, helping attendees build robust safety systems.[2] … Read more