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From Nutella Peanut to Pickle Coffee - This Week in Food & Drink

From Nutella’s first flavour innovation in decades to IKEA’s meatball lollipop becoming a reality, brands are embracing novelty in a big way...

Chicken Rolls, Slider Boxes & Stuffed Crusts

From Greggs’ new Chicken Roll completing its savoury lineup to Burger King’s customisable slider boxes and Pizza Hut’s hot dog-stuffed crust, big brands are doubling down on bold, conversation-starting launches...

Fizz, Function & a Dash of Matcha

Big-name brands are remixing the everyday - adding sparkle, boosting benefits, and giving matcha a starring role - while flavour experimentation continues to push boundaries (hot cross buns included)...

Our Favourite April Fools Bites

April Fools' Day has delivered once again - and the food world has fully embraced the chaos...

From Burger-Inspired Crisps to Coffee Shakes - Latest Food & Drink News

Burgers have made their way into crisp tubes, coffee has landed in milkshakes, and classic brands are stepping into brand new territory. This week’s round-up proves that when it comes to food and drink, bold ideas and even bolder flavours are leading the way...

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