Premium alcohol beverage giant, Diageo, has reported organic profit growth of 6% for the first half of 2008/09 despite facing stronger economic headwinds in the last two months of the year. “Diageo’s...

The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) has launched a public health campaign to raise awareness of the health risks of eating too much saturated fat, with the food industry reporting that they are keen to...

Belgium’s second-largest supermarket chain, Delhaize, has placed a halt on orders of around 300 Unilever products following a break-down in pricing negotiations. The consumer goods giant, which reported...

Just a hint of the tantalising smell of a bucket of hot chips is often enough to whet consumer appetites. But just what it is about the aroma of one of the western world’s favourite foods?The appeal...

Valentine’s Day is still expected to provide the usual boost to a number of food sectors, although those choosing to dine out may find it easier to get a table than in recent years. Couples are likely...

Lower-income shoppers are increasing in number around the world, with the latest American-based research from Information Resources, Inc. (IRI) revealing that these consumers represent an enormous opportunity...

A new survey conducted by foodservice consultants Technomic, Inc. has revealed that the mandated calorie disclosure for New York City restaurants with 15 or more units is starting to affect what items...

A number of Michelin-starred restaurants in London are slashing the prices of set course menus at lunch and dinner to as low as £12 (A$26.50) in order to entice consumers confronted with a recession and...

UK Health Minister, Alan Johnson, has asked a number of prominent confectionery producers to reduce the sizes of some of their products to assist in the battle against obesity. Mr Johnson last week met...

Despite the deteriorating economy, latest figures from international food and grocery expert, IGD, suggest that ethical shopping for food has not lost momentum. “While becoming increasingly price...