From ‘honey laundering’ to fake caviar: The seven types of food frauds
Food fraud can occur in any type of food and beverage but is more common in high-value or premium products.
Meat us halfway: Harvest B launches ‘world-first’ plant-based product with a twist
Harvest B is on a mission to replace animal protein with a novel plant-based approach, while adding value for Aussie grain growers.
Why $5.50 is not ‘too much’ for a flat white
By international standards, Australian coffee prices are low. And while no one wants to pay more for essentials, our independent cafes are struggling.
A needless food fight? Decoding the ‘surge pricing’ PR disaster at Wendy’s
The whole mess seems to have started on February 15, 2024, when Wendy’s released its fourth-quarter earnings and held a conference call with investors.
Chefs leaving the profession in record numbers due to burnout and wage theft
Failure to improve working conditions for chefs will have lasting consequences for the hospitality industry.
Are run clubs the newest food influencers on the block?
A growing number of run clubs are popping up across the country, with runners meeting up at one spot and finishing together at a designated spot – a local cafe generally, providing local businesses a boost.
Fast food chain Wendy’s to test surge pricing, AI-enabled menu changes
US burger chain Wendy's is looking to test having the prices of its menu items fluctuate throughout the day based on demand.
Swift-themed cocktails helping Australian hospitality providers in a trying era
Bars, restaurants, and catering businesses are adapting their drinks menus for the palates of Taylor Swift fans, as her Eras tour dates promise a much-needed boost to local hospitality providers.
Big Shed Brewing, Hawkers Beer tap the administrators as craft beer sector calls for excise freeze
Two major names in Australia's craft brewing scene have collapsed in the past week, as industry representatives urge the federal government to freeze alcohol tax hikes and soften the blow of COVID-era debts.
“30-year-old startup”: Lark’s Dragon Special Release whisky hopes to unlock good fortune
The pioneer of Tasmanian whisky's revival has turned its attention to China, with a premium, custom label $358 500 ml bottle released for the lunar new year.
Tasmanian whisky distiller Waubs Harbour wins World Whiskies Award 10 months after launch
A Tassie distillery has won the best Small Batch gong at the industry's leading global awards, less than a year after launch.
Smaller online booze retailers battle Digital ID cost hangover
Ask yourself this: what would be your reaction if a physical liquor store owner tried to charge you $2 to look at your driver’s licence?