Published: Sep 22, 2012 By: Kacey Culliney

Markel Bakery heads up a new three-pronged business that will force ahead with global infrastructure, technology synergies and take a strong market hold, according to its CEO.

Published: Sep 21, 2012 By: Foodmate Team

Park Hyatt has some yummy options lined up for food and drinks lovers.

Published: Sep 21, 2012 By: Foodmate Team

Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market, a grocery store chain in the western US, has introduced 60 new baked goods and desserts, including new varieties of bagels, scones, cookies, breads, pies, cupcakes, and pastries.

Published: Sep 21, 2012 By: Foodmate Team

US-based food company General Mills has reported that its profit for the first quarter ended 26 August 2012 soared 35.3% to $548.9m, up from $405.6m in 2011, helped by acquisitions and improving market conditions.

Published: Sep 21, 2012 By: Foodmate Team

Fruitflavorz has announced the availability of frozen cocktail ice pops at five additional states in the US. The ice pops will be available in Alabama, Louisiana, Georgia, Mississippi and New York.

Published: Sep 21, 2012 By: Mark Astley

Chocolate giant Barry Callebaut has announced the opening of its first ever Chocolate Academy in Mexico – the latest product of its exclusive distribution partnership with Chocolates Turin.

Published: Sep 21, 2012 By: Oliver Nieburg+

American teenage girls are two times more likely to consume gum than the average US consumer, according to the US National Confectioner’s Association (NCA).

Published: Sep 21, 2012 By: Stephen Daniells

Adding rice bran to a rice flour-based gluten-free bread recipe could boost fiber content and improve the sensory acceptance and shelf life, according to researchers.

Published: Sep 21, 2012 By: Elaine WATSON

New Nature Valley protein bars will be as big as Fiber One brownies in their first year, General Mills has predicted as consumers replace “mindless munching” with healthier snacking options.

Published: Sep 20, 2012 By: Eric Vilas-Boas

Here's an infograph that makes fast food look a lot smarter than it probably should.

Published: Sep 20, 2012 By: Jason Torchinsky

One Charbroiled Burger Pollutes As Much As An 18-Wheeler Driving 143 Miles.

Published: Sep 20, 2012 By: Foodmate Team

Action taken by IDFA in August to protect the image of ice cream received a welcome response last week.

Published: Sep 20, 2012 By: FBR

Saffron Road, the packaged food brand of American Halal, has launched three all natural, gluten-free, Halal certified chickpeas at Whole Foods Market in the US.

Published: Sep 20, 2012 By: Foodmate Team

Canada's best meats and beverages have garnered increased international attention with the support of the Harper Government.

Published: Sep 19, 2012 By: Foodmate Team

Barry Callebaut and Mexico’s Chocolates Turin have announced the opening of the first Chocolate Academy in Mexico. It is Barry Callebaut’s 14th Chocolate Academy in the world.

Published: Sep 19, 2012 By: FBR

Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt, a US-based self-serve frozen dessert chain, has launched its new flavor - Cookie Cake featuring Oreo.

Published: Sep 19, 2012 By: FBR

US-based Jerry’s Nut House, a provider of a variety of nuts and treats, has announced that it will be offering candy in bulk for those looking for purchasing candy in mass quantity.

Published: Sep 18, 2012 By: Foodmate Team

FAST food chain McDonald's is branching out: after salads and wraps, the burger restaurant is entering the noodle business.

Published: Sep 18, 2012 By: Kacey Culliney

Ingredients firm AB Mauri has a patented technology for reduced-fat tortillas that opens up opportunities in a vastly untapped market sector, a company director said.

Published: Sep 18, 2012 By: FBR

Alessi, a bakery and catering business based in Florida, US, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, seeking to reorganize its debts. The company ran into financial troubles due to high commodity prices.