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

Nutella Goes Nuts: First New Flavour in 60+ Years Lands on Shelves

After more than six decades of sticking to its iconic hazelnut formula, Nutella has finally unveiled a brand-new flavour: Nutella Peanut. Blending its signature creamy chocolate spread with roasted peanut notes, the launch marks a major moment for the brand - and taps into the enduring popularity of the chocolate-and-peanut combo.

Already rolling out in stores, it's a long-awaited twist that signals Nutella is ready to experiment after years of playing it safe.

Find out more HERE.

From Prank to Product: IKEA and Chupa Chups Make Meatball Lollipop a Reality

What started as an April Fool's joke has officially come to life, with IKEA teaming up with Chupa Chups to create a meatball-inspired lollipop. Designed to mimic the flavour of IKEA's famous Swedish meatballs and lingonberry sauce (minus the meat), the quirky sweet will be given away in stores globally.

It's a playful, nostalgia-driven move that proves even the strangest ideas can capture real consumer appetite.

Click HERE to read more.

Twix Shrinks Down: Bite-sized 'twix Bits' Join the Mini Snack Boom

Twix is tapping into the growing demand for snackable formats with the launch of Twix Bits - mini, poppable versions of the classic chocolate bar. Designed for easy sharing (or solo snacking), the new format leans into the continued rise of bite-sized treats across confectionery.

It's a simple but strategic move, bringing one of the category's most recognisable brands into the booming "bits and bites" space.

Read more HERE.

Domino's Goes Premium With Thinner, Italian-inspired Pizza Range

Domino's is aiming to elevate its at-home offering with the launch of its new "Italiano's" range - featuring thinner crusts and more premium toppings like nduja, goat's cheese and pesto. The move reflects growing demand for restaurant-quality takeaway experiences, particularly for occasions like date nights at home.

By leaning into lighter bases and more refined flavour profiles, Domino's is positioning itself firmly in the premium pizza space.

Find out more HERE.

Pickle Coffee, Anyone? Nespresso Pop-up Pushes Flavour Boundaries

Nespresso is turning heads with a London pop-up showcasing a bold lineup of experimental coffee creations - including pickle-infused cola coffee and a Marmite latte topped with avocado foam. Part of a wider push towards more playful, experiential coffee, the activation invites consumers to rethink what their daily brew can be.

Love it or hate it, it's a clear sign that coffee culture is entering a more adventurous era.

Click HERE to read more.


Image Credits: Nutella / IKEA / Chupa Chups / Mars / Domino's / Nespresso