CSIRO News: Food trends come and go. Think matcha, salted caramel and quinoa. But some hang around for longer and are actually based on science. We’ve worked with KPMG to develop a report using our latest science in heath, food and agriculture to come up with the top four food trends that will help make […]

New study finds promoting enjoyable aspects of insect-based food is more effective than highlighting health or environmental benefits A new study finds that promoting insect-based food as pleasurable, rather than healthy or environmentally friendly, could be the most effective marketing strategy for these currently taboo or unappealing foods. Published in Frontiers in Nutrition as part […]

PEOPLE are increasingly snacking to manage their mood but the lolly jar is out as middle-class consumers with flexible eating routines drive demand for healthy snacks, new research shows. Participants in the survey by Galileo Kaleidoscope reported snacking as a method of handling stress, enhancing social engagement or to address feelings of low energy. But […]

The Grounds is built on the philosophy of creating experiences for communities through quality products, innovations and an ever-evolving vision. Established in 2012, The Grounds of Alexandria was born from a vision to turn the then industrial concrete car park into a thriving urban sanctuary, designed as a welcoming space to bring people together. Their […]

Meningitis Centre Australia is a not for profit organisation that raises awareness and educates people about meningococcal disease. The Centre is looking for a café supporter Australia wide that can help them generate interest and engagement in this disease with your customers. WHO is Meningitis Centre Australia? MCA was started 26 years ago in 1992 […]

‘Moo is Moot’ but macadamia milk producer prepared for crackdown Even the nut-based milk market is getting crowded with at least a handful of nut options available for consumers: almond — the nut market leader, hazelnuts, peanuts, cashews and macadamias — Australia’s native nut. Morgan Roy from Jindilli Beverages said it would have little impact […]

Whether its microbial or pathogen you need to know what this all means to the safety of your cold brew. The sources of microbial contamination can be your water, the containers you are using, your equipment that you’re brewing in, the environment and even your personnel. The growth of the bacteria and the formation of […]

Leading Japanese food retailer, Sushi Sushi has today (11 Jan) announced it will again be available for players, media and tennis fans to enjoy at Australian Open 2018. For the third year in a row, Melbourne’s favourite sushi provider will be offering high quality Japanese cuisine at Melbourne Park, demonstrating its commitment to providing Australians […]

There is precious time left for competitors to register for the first World Tea Brewers Cup event in Australia. The inaugural event will happen at Fine Food Australia in Melbourne on September 12 and 13, and it includes brewing as well as tasting tea. It’s all going down thanks to naming sponsor Brita Water Filters, […]

It always amazes me that people spend thousands of dollars and hours of time setting up their business – they get the right equipment, the right look and the right feel for their café, roastery or product – only to fall over at the critical hurdle of the marketing. You certainly wouldn’t use instant coffee […]