Food Industry
René Redzepi resigns from Noma on LA pop-up opening day amid abuse scandal
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René Redzepi resigned from daily operations at Noma on March 11, 2026—the opening day of its 16-week Los Angeles pop-up—following a New York Times report on abuse allegations detailed in prior coverage. Protests by former employees disrupted the event, and sponsors American Express and Blackbird withdrew support. Redzepi also left the board of his non-profit MAD.
A collection of recent updates from the coffee world includes testing of AI tools and championship results.
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Premium Brands Holdings Corporation published its earnings call slide deck for the first quarter of 2026 on May 10.
Sid Ahuja, chef director at the two-Michelin-starred London Indian restaurant Gymkhana, has left after almost ten years in the role. He plans to oversee an unnamed restaurant project in Australia. The move follows the recent international expansion of Gymkhana to Las Vegas.
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The Craft Guild of Chefs has teamed up with Eat Wild to launch a Chef of the Year competition aimed at young culinary talents. Entrants must be currently enrolled in a catering college or apprenticeship program. Competitors are required to submit two dishes featuring wild meat.
Clara Foods has created the world's first animal-free pepsin for commercial use, targeting sustainability and ethical concerns in enzyme production. The product maintains functional performance and suits food and pharmaceutical applications, including vegan, halal, and kosher needs. This innovation highlights a shift toward alternative production methods in the pepsin market.
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The ECRM Winter Sessions took place from February 15 to 19, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency DFW in Dallas, Texas, focusing on food and beverage category growth through curated meetings and store tours. Over 6,100 pre-scheduled interactions connected suppliers with major retailers, emphasizing functional wellness, healthy snacks, and premium pantry items. The event highlighted trends aligned with 2027 planning cycles, including personalization and sustainability.
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March 07, 2026 15:47Former Noma employees accuse chef of abuse
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