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HK wine traders tap innovation to survive market shrink
Facing sober youth, cooling domestic spending, and shifting consumer habits, wine and spirits merchants in Hong Kong are reinventing their playbooks, betting on product innovation to stay afloat. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT The annual…
EXCLUSIVE: Access to Lacoste's Latest Capsule Requires Getting a Room
ROOM SERVICE: Lacoste is amping up its hospitality collaborations, this time with U.K. hotel chain The Hoxton. The duo has partnered with Los Angeles-based artist Michael McGregor to create a limited-edition, seven-piece capsule collection.
High street names commit to future at Freshney Place
Photo service store Max Spielmann and jeweller H Samuel have both confirmed they will continue to trade from Freshney Place, following the agreement of new leases, reinforcing their long-term commitment to Grimsby. Along with others such as Clarks…
America's biggest beer-loving states revealed - see where yours ranks
Beer has a storied history in the United States and was a common beverage in colonial America. Its influence on the nation's culture remains strong – and a new study found which states appear to be most interested in beer. 'Wisconsin is…
Ellesmere brewery looks to expand to produce cider and honey
A Shropshire-based brewery is hoping to move into producing cider and honey under plans for an expansion. Mad Badger Brewery, near Criftins, Ellesmere, produces craft beverages. Owner Simon Smith has submitted plans to add three polytunnels and a…
Ellesmere brewery looks to expand to produce cider and honey
Paul Rogers Local Democracy Reporter A Shropshire-based brewery is hoping to move into producing cider and honey under plans for an expansion. Mad Badger Brewery, near Criftins, Ellesmere, produces craft beverages. Owner Simon Smith has submitted…
Some popular drinks were linked to depression and anxiety. Coffee was different
From coffee and energy drinks to bubble tea and soft drinks, an analysis of more than 2 million people reveals a surprisingly complex relationship between what we drink and mental health. Want to read later? Download your clean, ad-free…
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The Frooti case study: How a mango drink became an Indian icon
Launched in 1985, Frooti entered India's emerging ready-to-drink beverage market with a simple proposition: bringing the taste of mango to consumers throughout the year. At a time when fresh juices and syrups dominated consumption, Parle Agro…
America's love affair with the pumpkin spice latte may be coming to an end
New York (CNN) — The pumpkin spice latte might just be too basic. McDonald's announced last week that the drink won't be on its fall menu for the first time in a decade. Instead, it's replacing the classic autumn beverage with another…
Alcohol-free beer looks cheaper on the shelf, but the checkout tells a different story
No/lo alcohol alternatives may look like the cheaper option on the shelf, but what shoppers actually pay reveals a more complicated picture shaped by pack sizes, purchasing patterns, and premium branding. Want to read later? Download your clean…
Brewers Fayre closing all UK restaurants today - full list of 89 locations
All 89 Brewers Fayre restaurants are closing today, marking the end of the pub chain. There are restaurants all across the UK, with news of the closure being confirmed earlier this year. Whitbread, which operates the Premier Inn hotel chain…
CAL eyes stronger, more resilient future
CARIBBEAN AIRLINES is pressing ahead with a transformation programme to strengthen the State-owned carrier's operations, customer service and financial sustainability, chairman Reyna Kowlessar has said. “As we emerge from another successful…
This Cafe In Vietnam Brings A Tropical Garden Escape To Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam is home to plenty of unique cafes that offer more than just good food and coffee. In Ho Chi Minh City, Cái Tổ Chim is drawing attention for its lush tropical setting and picture-perfect surroundings. The sprawling cafe…
Pepsi Is Dirt Cheap With a 4.2% Dividend Yield. Here's Why Wall Street Is Favoring Coca-Cola Instead.
Coca-Cola (KO -0.83%) and PepsiCo (PEP -0.66%) have each been in existence since the 1800s. These venerable companies have battled each other for a very long time, trying to win over consumers' hearts, minds, and wallets. More recently, has one…
Coca-Cola: Buy, Sell, or Hold After Its Recent Run?
Coca-Cola (KO -0.83%) is one of the best-known companies in the world, thanks to its namesake beverage brand, so it needs little introduction. However, what's most impressive right now is the stock's performance. It is up 28% over the past year, as…
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