Another chocolate and hazelnut spread enters the market, organic rice varieties come to Germany, and experts pick which snacks best match our wines. FoodNavigator looks at what is trending in new product development.
From a new line of vegan seafood options - including fish-free fish and prawn SKUs - to a range of traditional Greek fine foods, here is our round-up of some of the most exciting recent food product launches to hit the shelves in Europe.
Food companies are increasingly aware that processing big data, and sharing selected sets with competitors, can help boost their bottom line, says FurturMaster sales manager, Martin Sewell.
Drinking vinegar with raw honey and a yerba mate beverage help consumers detox in the new year while other manufacturers are already gearing up for Easter. We take a look at some interesting recent food and drink launches.
General Mills is bringing its healthy snack brand Lärabar to the UK; French firm Nature & Cie creates a gluten-free brand just for kids and German confectioner Viba expands its popping nougat. Here are some product launches that caught our eye this...
Barilla confirmed it will launch a palm oil-free chocolate and hazelnut spread in Italy, German baker adds to functional bread range with high protein bread and French brand Materne rolls out a range of organic fruit puree compotes in France.
Oat-based Cheerios for people who don't like the taste or texture of porridge; sugar-free baking mixes made with wood-derived xylitol and premium sea salt with seaweed feature in this week's snapshot of new product launches across Europe.
Skyr has been shaking up the dairy category across Europe and now German baker Hanina wants the Icelandic yogurt to drive excitement in the bakery category with the launch of a skyr cheesecake. We saw a swathe of seasonal launches as the European food...
Social media marketing is a constantly changing world. We take a look at some of the most important issues for 2019 from influencers, data-crunching and fake followers.
UK retailer Sainsbury's creates a buzz with beer snack bugs, French jam brand Bonne Maman moves into the chilled dessert category and Mars France removes Skittles' crunchy coating. Here is our round-up of some of Europe's most interesting...
From concern over ultra-processed foods, to developments in food tech and sustainable sourcing, the stories that got you talking on social media reflect some of the most significant trends in the food industry. Click through the slide deck to see what...
UK retail giant Tesco launches its first private label baby food range while meat giant Zwanenberg enters the vegetarian market with plant-based versions of Dutch specialities, such as smoked liver sausage. This is our pick of the most interesting recent...
This week's round up of some of the most interesting products rolling out across Europe gets festive with the 'biggest' pig in a blanket available in the UK this Christmas. We also hear from crowd-sourced innovation platform C'est...
From quinoa couscous to green banana chips; organic ghee to 'raw' olive oil, FoodNavigator rounds up some of the most interesting products we saw at this year's SIAL in Paris.
US brand Loma Linda debuts in the UK with a range of products including a seafood-free tuna alternative ('Tuno'); the importance of on-the-go and convenience trends is evident in Euryza's new range of rice cups in Germany; while the 'craft'...
In FoodNavigator's weekly rundown of some of the most interesting products hitting European shelves, iconic Australian brand Tim Tam is rolled out in Germany, certified French meatballs and superfruit snacks are launched in France, while the UK sees...
From the rise of foodtech to the end of the commodities era; from the organic sector's boom to the Mediterranean diet's bust, these are the most read stories on FoodNavigator this year so far.
The latest products hitting the shelves in Europe reflect the concerns of an increasingly adventurous consumer base. Recent introductions range from celebrity-backed protein bars made from worms to better-for-you confectionery balls that are made without...
Manufacturers are aiming to appeal to flexitarians and conscious meat-eaters with recent launches including organic, nitrate-free hams and a plant-based burger, while Christmas-themed launches continue with a limited edition cinnamon Coca-Cola.
From snack bars made with beetroot to rice made from pulses, manufacturers continue to invest in better-for-you products. Brands are also gearing up for Halloween and Christmas with themed products aiming to drive impulse purchases.
Big brands are responding to consumer trends that continue to gain traction in the food space, as evidenced by the latest products to hit the shelves in Europe. Unilever brought the vegan version of its well-known Hellman's mayonnaise over from the...
Launches this month include quinoa pasta, probiotic bars and fava bean crackers while some manufacturers are gearing up for Halloween and Christmas with seasonal products.
From the health benefits offered by turmeric infused coconut oil, to the morning wake-up call offered by cereal made with coffee extracts and meat-free mince made using oats, FoodNavigator brings you a rundown of some of the most interesting new products...
From FODMAP-friendly konjac noodles and pasta, to convenient and premium organic vegan stews and drinks that promote gut health, FoodNavigator takes a look at some of the latest on-trend products being rolled out across Europe.
From premium mixers in flavours like violet blossom tonic and barrel smoked cola, to high protein snack bars powered by plant proteins, to vegan lower sugar brownie bites, here are some of the product launches that caught our eye this week.
With high levels of consumer trust in organic foods, the sector is viewed as something of a gold standard for ethical production. This excitement is spurring innovation.
From crispy salmon skin snacks, to teas associated with beauty and skin benefits and mochi-wrapped ice cream, we take a look at some of the most interesting innovations to hit the shelves across Europe.
From ready-to-eat pouches of wheatberry & quinoa, spreadable skyr and gourmet instant desserts with cocoa and chia seeds, we take a loot at some of the recent new product launches that stand out.
Can on-trend oils such as coconut compete with olive oil? Is butter really back? And as sales fall in its biggest markets, does margarine have a future in Europe? We take a look at the different oils on offer and their perceived healthiness.
Additional products continued to be pulled from the shelves as part of Green Yard Food's pan-European recall of frozen vegetables produced at its Hungarian facility.
Consumers want clean, healthy food. But are companies providing it and what if demands for clean food are in direct conflict with food safety or sustainability? Four industry stakeholders debated the issue at this week's IFT in Chicago.
With exponential demand growth for organic and vegetarian options, food makers have focused innovation on these areas with the launch of a new meat-free range from Eden and a significant commitment from Danone to bulk up its organic options.
The Greenyard Foods recall continued to expand this week, with retailers forced to pull products from the shelves in further European markets due to fears that frozen vegetable products could be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Japanese food exporters are growing their presence in the UK and other European markets as they work to capitalise on the healthy image of food from Japan.
From algae-infused cooking oils to baobab herbal teas; cocktail-flavoured sweets and low-sugar yoghurts with no sweeteners, we take a look at some new product launches that stand out from the crowd.
Greenyard Foods was forced to recall frozen vegetable items distributed across a number of European markets due to listeria, while Denmark, Norway and Germany all saw products removed from shelf.
Recalls and alerts were made by England, Ireland, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Luxembourg, Austria, Germany and Hungary.
Instead of shipping ingredients across the world, would it be more sustainable to grow them in Europe? From Dutch vanilla to French chia or Italian goji berries, FoodNavigator takes a look at some companies doing just that.
Recalls and alerts were made by England, Ireland, US, Canada, New Zealand, Belgium, Croatia, Denmark, Italy, Austria, Germany, France, Hungary, Norway and the Netherlands.
From unattended deliveries to 'invisible shopping' via videos or face-recognition technology for payments, e-commerce platforms are becoming more sophisticated, says market research firm IGD.
As the backlash against plastic rises, suppliers are finding alternatives that are biodegradable, just as functional and even made from previously unused waste streams. We take a look at some of them.
Recalls and alerts were made by England, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands and Switzerland.
Recalls and alerts were made by England, Ireland, Scotland, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and Slovakia.
Recalls and alerts were made by England, Ireland, US, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Belgium, Denmark, France, Luxembourg, Norway, Spain, Germany and Austria.
