Australians drinking ‘significantly’ less alcohol than 40 years ago, industry report Australians are drinking 25 per cent less alcohol than 40 years ago, according to a new report prepared by the Australian...

Jam, honey and chocolate spreads stick well with UK consumers The UK syrups and spreads market is dominated by jam and honey spreads. However, chocolate spreads are expected to gather pace, growing by...

Australia: land of the rising sushi (and the falling spring roll) The popularity of sushi is on the rise in Australia, while spring rolls appear to be gradually falling out of favour, according to findings...

Potato chips remain Australia’s favourite snack food When it comes to the nation’s most popular snacks, it seems Australians’ tastes tend more towards savoury than sweet. Potato chips are a favourite...

Beer sales in the UK rise for first time in 5 years, while cider falls The post-recession years have been challenging for the UK beer market, with sales dropping by over 500 million litres between 2009...

Top 10 food and beverage trends for 2015, Innova Market Insights Concerns about labelling and a desire for convenience are trends that are set to continue into 2015, according to global market research...

Premium olive oil preferred choice for older consumers in UK The market for olive oil is the fastest growing in the oil and fats market in the UK, and has the potential to appeal to those aged  55 and...

Surge in Australians buying chocolate in lead up to festive season Surviving the festive season with one’s waistline intact is a bit like vowing to go to the gym on New Year’s morning: a noble goal,...

Consumers looking for ‘sustainable’ chocolate products Confectionery manufacturers should promote chocolate products as an indulgent treat with natural ingredients and sustainable production in order...

Coles’ flybuys launches eShop for online shopping Australian supermarket group Coles’ customer rewards program flybuys has launched flybuys eShops, which enables customers to collect rewards through...