Food Trends

The announced reduction of US anti-dumping duties on Italian pasta is more than a welcome boost to profitability. It is a chance to rethink how Made in Italy pasta is positioned for American consumers: no longer only through a premium […]

To celebrate the inclusion of Italian Cuisine in UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list, the Italian Trade Agency (ITA) – Sydney is looking back at an extraordinary evening that blended culture, history, and gastronomy. In November, 2025, on the occasion of

At the opening of Marca 2026, Italy’s leading trade fair dedicated to private labels, Matteo Zoppas, President of the Italian Trade Agency (ITA/ICE), delivered a comprehensive overview of the challenges and opportunities facing the Italian agrifood system in today’s global

illycaffè, the global coffee company renowned for its commitment to sustainable quality, has announced the appointment of Michelin-starred chef Johannes Nuding (pictured) as a new member of the Chef Ambassador program. Highly awarded and currently at the helm of the

Discount grocer Aldi said it plans to open more than 180 stores in the U.S. this year as Americans across all income levels seek to rein in grocery spending and increasingly turn to discounters for everyday essentials. The expansion follows an aggressive

Through its Food Business Unit, today Bolton Food Group has officially inaugurated its Food Research & Innovation Center, marking a significant milestone in the company’s long-term strategy to foster positive change and sustainable development in the seafood sector. Based in

The Specialty Food Association (SFA) announced SenseMaxxing as its Trend of the Year for 2026, positioning experiential intensity and sensory saturation as defining forces in food, beverage, and culinary innovation. SenseMaxxing reflects a cultural pushback against digital numbness and the

The Sicilian soft drinks company Sibat Tomarchio has announced the acquisition of Beltè, a historic Italian bottled iced tea brand. Founded in San Giorgio in Bosco (Veneto) at one of Sanpellegrino’s plants, Beltè has built strong brand recognition over the

After more than 25 years of negotiations, the European Union is heading toward the final signing of its trade agreement with Mercosur—Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Bolivia—set to create the world’s largest free trade area, encompassing more than 700 million

Made in Italy is set to shine in San Diego as the Winter Fancy Faire 2026 will open its doors from January 11–13 at the San Diego Convention Center, transforming the city into the world capital of specialty food and