Food

Godrej releases Food Trends Report 2026 on India's evolving food culture

April 30, 2026 Reported by AI Image generated by AI

Godrej Industries Group launched the Godrej Food Trends Report 2026 in New Delhi, predicting a shift in India's food scene toward storytelling, bold flavors, and the recognition of female farmers. The ninth edition, based on insights from over 200 culinary experts, highlights trends like savory protein snacks and hybrid home cooking for the coming months. Food is increasingly valued for its narratives of people, places, and traditions.

Tiki bars experience renewed popularity in modern era

Tropical-themed bars and cocktails are enjoying a fresh wave of interest across the United States.

Nutresa overtakes Ecopetrol as Colombia's most valuable listed company

May 12, 2026 Reported by AI

Grupo Nutresa has surpassed 135 trillion pesos in market capitalization, displacing Ecopetrol as Colombia's most valuable listed company. The milestone came a day after reporting first-quarter results. Nutresa shares reached 304,000 pesos, up 1,034% since the first takeover bid in 2021.

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Andorinha and BBC Studios license Bluey for olive oil labels

America

Bimbo's iconic Pingüinos reach more than seven countries

Mangan Taku food fair showcases more than just pinikpikan in Cordillera

The 7th Mangan Taku Cordillera Food Fair opened in Baguio, highlighting diverse indigenous foods from the region beyond pinikpikan. It features around 46 exhibitors and heirloom dishes like inanchila and binungor. Organizers say it preserves traditions and supports farmers amid an energy crisis.

Chicken inasal and adobo rank among world's best chicken dishes

April 24, 2026 Reported by AI

Food website TasteAtlas has listed the Philippines' chicken inasal and adobo among the world's best chicken dishes in its April 2026 catalogue. The Western Visayas staple inasal na manok topped Southeast Asia and secured third place globally with a 4.4 rating. Adobong manok earned a 4.1 rating, ranking sixth in Southeast Asia and 40th worldwide.

Tomato prices exceed 60 pesos per kilo in Mexico despite agreements

Tomato prices have surpassed 60 pesos per kilo in some Mexican self-service stores, despite PACIC commitments to keep them between 26 and 40 pesos. ANTAD president Diego Cossío Barto attributes the rise to weather factors and logistics costs. The situation highlights vulnerabilities in production, especially in Sinaloa.

Ankerkraut founders buy company back from Nestlé

April 15, 2026 Reported by AI

Founders Anne and Stefan Lemcke have unexpectedly bought back the majority stake in their spice startup Ankerkraut from Nestlé. The transaction was announced in a press release on April 15. Financial details remain confidential.

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