The sun is definitely setting over southwest Texas this week: Tex-Mex mains and treats abound. There’s also a pretty fair presence by Sauces and Dressings. And the remaining majority of new and returning products provides a versatile, mouthwatering array…Read More →
I predicted this a few months ago, but never expected anything like it to happen for at least a few years to come. Now, I hear that one former downtown Toronto mega-mall is shifting its mixed retail identity to an Asian Food mecca…Read More →
It’s a classic ‘Which came first – the chicken or the egg?’ situation. Did Tyson meat sales slump because demand declined? Or because supply sagged? Maybe both. Or a combination of conditions that caught consumers in the middle…Read More →
The protein sphere spotlight has been captured by plant-based products lately. And real meat has been reduced to a supporting actor in the great human dietary drama. But Ontario burger makers are planning to rekindle interest in real meat…Read More →
We’re heavy on the burger-universe mains again this week. Not to mention the Mother’s Day specials, which weigh in heavily on the treats and sweets menus. Of special significance: Goldfish are bringing back Old Bay flavour by popular demand…Read More →
Many jurisdictions are mandating labels on processed food product packaging warning they contain excess Sugar, Salt and Fat. The next step may be adding such labels to restaurant menus so diners can compare menu items on the spot…Read More →
I think we’ve all heard about the downright stupid things some folks did during Prohibition to get a drink. We’re starting to hear about similar ill-advised choices folks are making to keep food on the table during the current food price storm.Read More →
I was hunting for background info on how AI is (or may soon be) taking over food advertising – with the inherent danger that its users will get into the habit of slamming product claims totally out of the reality ballpark. What I found was Weird History Food!Read More →