Food & Drink

Justin Wiesehan is a self-proclaimed snackaholic. But when he started to count his macros in his quest to eat healthier, he found the better-for-you snacks lacking the flavor and crunch that he loved. His quest to solve that problem led him to launch HA! A Healthier Alternative, which is line-up of salty snacks that offer 11

The big wine show in Paris that goes under the name Wine Paris – VinExpo is closing its doors as I write this. It is one of the world’s biggest wine shows, in competition with Vinitaly in Verona and ProWein in Düsseldorf. Signals are flashing green. It seems to have been a great success. Three

Constellation Brands (STZ) set its 52-week high of $258.00 on January 6 on a positive reaction to its latest earnings report. After the high was set the stock plunged on profit-taking. The low for this day was $242.66, a decline of 5.9%. A daily downside ‘key reversal’ is considered a sell signal. The stock shifted

When it was announced last month that Monster Beverage was acquiring the CANarchy Craft Collective for $330 million, most thought that that meant that their possible merger with Constellation Brands was off the table. Well, it appears that the two companies are still in talks and that a potential deal may be announced in the

Building off the high-growth momentum across Asia in less than two years since launch, Singapore-based faux chicken producer, Next Gen Foods, has officially entered North America through partnerships with high-end local restaurants and online marketplaces, amping up the competition in plant-based meat. The move was made possible after Next Gen closed $100 million in a

The man who makes the best cakes in the world has arrived in London. L’Expresse described Cédric Grolet as having “revolutionized the world of sweetness” and his list of awards is long and impressive. So, it’s no surprise that The Berkley hotel in London is thrilled that the young pastry chef chose to open his first patisserie

A decade ago the forecast was dire for America’s favorite sweet. The headlines came in hot: “Climate Change Could Melt Chocolate Production,” and “Cocoa Shortage Could Send Chocolate Prices Soaring.” The world’s top cocoa manufacturers rushed to address cocoa productivity, and cacao has made productivity gains in regions like Ecuador. While these predictions did not

There’s enormous excitement about innovative foods these days. A confluence of skyrocketing investments, consumer demand for healthier and more regenerative products and unprecedented entrepreneurship is supercharging a food sector alive with new options and possibilities. This surge prompts questions. What should we think about the current investment frenzy? Why would we want to eat these

Topline With the Biden administration looking to fight consolidation in industries from meatpacking to shipping, a new report from the Treasury Department on Wednesday zeroed in on the $250 billion (annual) U.S. alcohol market, outlining a series of reforms to boost competition, combat “exclusionary behavior” by big companies and save consumers money. Key Facts The

In a corner of France where prized mushrooms are dubbed “black diamonds,” one truffle hunter is hoping that an unusual NFT auction will help him turn a surprising gastronomic discovery into a publicity bonanza for the Dordogne region. Bernard Planche, who lives in Sarlat of the Dordogne region, has been a “trufficulteur” (truffle grower) for

Bombing of Reims in Champagne, France, during World War I. Roger Viollet via Getty Images Another blast sets a young woman’s nerves on edge as she whispers to herself, “I don’t think I can take much more.” The walls vibrated continuously, bringing anxious thoughts of whether the integrity of the building could hold and each

Tyson Foods stock surged earlier this week on the news of massive quarterly profits. John Tyson’s personal fortune gained $300 million. He’s now worth $3.3 billion and is again America’s richest meat supplier. Business has been good for Tyson, but a new study suggests it has profited while avoiding environmental costs. The Union of Concerned Scientists, an

Drew Brees is one of the greatest quarterbacks in the history of the NFL. He is second only to Tom Brady in total passing yardage and touchdowns thrown. Most of his legendary career was spent in New Orleans. And if there’s one thing this city loves as much as its beloved Saints, it’s great food

One of the most comprehensive economic reports ever undertaken to assess the beer industry’s impact on the global economy was just released. It highlights the crucial role it has as an economic engine. The report, Beer’s Global Economic Footprint, was authored by Oxford Economics on behalf of the Worldwide Brewing Alliance (WBA). It found that

A team of highly lauded Philadelphia craft beer veterans are forming what appears to be the nation’s first brewery/distillery collective. It will, among other objectives, revive abandoned craft beer recipes, brew according to strict German regulations, and establish a one-of-a-kind destination in the region.  Gathering under the name “Mutual Respect Brewers Co-op” and headquartering at

Whether you’re cutting back to prioritize health, manage pandemic stress, or jump start your 2022 fitness goals, you’ve probably noticed the expanded variety of zero-proof options now available at restaurants, bars and grocery stores. According to a recent Nielsen study, off-premise sales of nonalcoholic beverages increased by more than 33% in 2021, and online non-alcoholic

Having a perfectly designed and well-stocked home bar often is high on many people’s wish lists. It allows one to host a lively cocktail party or a small intimate evening. But for many people, the idea of building one is daunting. There can be so many moving parts—every week seems to bring out the next

Walmart, the world’s biggest retailer, is taking vertical integration to a new level, by investing in vertical agriculture. Yes, the retailer, which already operates its own bank, is going into the farming business. It’s a big deal for them, or at least for vertical agriculture. Walmart, with 2.2 million employees, recently took a stake in

A wine writer and her mentor share a bottle of wine without drinking it My annual birthday tribute to someone who taught me more about wine than any textbook I’ve ever read. Many people meet their mentors in offices. I met mine over a glass—make that several—of Riesling. It wasn’t that Diane Teitelbaum and I were

Business is good for the slaughterhouses.  Consumers might be paying more, ranchers may be earning less, but John Tyson, the billionaire chairman of Tyson Foods, the country’s biggest meatpacker, increased his fortune by $300 million on Monday after his namesake company reported blockbuster earnings and shares soared. While inflation, at 7%, is the highest in