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Food prices likely to rise due to Iran war, farmers' union says
Jack Fenwick Political correspondent The National Farmers' Union has warned that food prices in the UK are likely to go up as a result of the conflict in the Middle East. NFU President Tom Bradshaw told the BBC that the price of cucumbers and…
Without food charity, we might not eat,' says Skegness mum
Sarah-May Buccieriin Old Leake, near Boston People who rely on a cut-price food service say they would struggle to feed themselves without it. The Bread and Butter Thing has 111 hubs around the country and aims to make everyday essentials…
Secret country getaway sees big American demand for nostalgic comfort foods
A high-end delicatessen in a surprising place is drawing attention for its selection of classic American products as wealthy Americans and celebrities relocate to the area. D'Ambrosi Fine Foods stocks an array of familiar items, from Hershey's…
Airports launch food drives and donations to support unpaid TSA workers
Airports across the United States are stepping in to support Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screeners, who are facing their second period without pay in six months due to a congressional freeze on Department of Homeland Security…
'Tastes of salt, smells of coffee': why Trieste is one of Italy's best food cities
Many years ago, I swapped languages with a young woman from Trieste. It was during one of our half-English, half-Italian practice hours that she introduced the idea of Trieste, on a map, as possessing the shape of a stomach. She described her city…
Georgia Tech gives chef Jose Andres $100K prize; more from Atlanta's food scene
3100 Cumberland Blvd. SE, Atlanta. 470-899-2050, thecenaclecoffee.com The interior of Que-riosity, the McDonough restaurant from acclaimed chef Todd Richards. (Courtesy of Que-riosity) Que-riosity, the McDonough “barbecue-influenced”…
GLP-1 drugs are changing how Americans eat. Food companies are racing to catch up
For restaurants and food companies, the increasing adoption of GLP-1 drugs present both an opportunity and a threat to their businesses. About one in every eight U.S. adults is currently taking a GLP-1 drug, like Ozempic or Zepbound, according to…
This major food chain just started using robots to serve food, guess how it went
A McDonalds has begun testing robotic staff as a way of seeing how the restaurant chain could go fully automated. The test was carried out in Shanghai using robots to deliver meals to customers and collect food trays. The age of robotics and AI is…
When it comes to great food, New Zealand is cutting Australia's lunch
“This is like mana for our industry,” says Ben Bayly in between mouthfuls of paua, New Zealand abalone, which here at Bayly's flagship Auckland restaurant Ahi has been braised, served with a paua emulsion and topped with crisp shards…
Latest food and product recalls including Walkers crisps and celebrity perfumes
It's time to check on the latest products that have been recalled. The Manchester Evening News regularly publishes stories on foods and products that have been recalled by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) and other regulatory bodies. The FSA issues…
UK food company plunges into liquidation - 35 years in business
A Scots food firm has gone bust after 35 years in business Dozens of workers have been left jobless after a Scottish food supplier collapsed into liquidation following 35 years in business. A total of 71 staff have been made redundant after…
Surprise! America Has Chosen Its Favorite Fast-Food Restaurant -- and It's Not Wendy's or Burger King!
In a typical day, 32% of American adults consume fast food, according to a survey from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Perhaps it's no surprise that quick-serve restaurants are a big-dollar industry. Although the fast-food industry…
Unilever Stock: Portfolio Reshaping Advances With Food Business Under Review (NYSE:UL)
Unilever maintains a Hold rating as its current valuation offers a limited margin of safety amid macro headwinds and market pressures. UL reported solid 2025 results: 3.5% underlying sales growth, €5.9B FCF, and robust performance from its…
How the Iran war threatens global food supply
About a third of all fertilizer shipped globally goes through the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow passage between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. Now, shipping traffic has been reduced to a trickle because of the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, and…
Flavors, Music, And Caribbean Vibes: Inside Jamaica's Award-Winning Food & Drink Festival
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready… After 11 years, the Jamaica Food & Drink Festival continues to live up to its reputation as one of the Caribbean's premier food events, earning the title of Best Culinary Festival from the World…
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