Innovation
Xampla receives $14m investment to accelerate plant-based plastic alternatives
Xampla, a UK-based start-up developing plastic alternative materials made from plants, has received $14 million in private capital.
New ‘superfruit’ red berry grapes launch in UK under BoomBites brand
Spanish brand BoomBites claims to have brought a UK-first ‘superfruit’ to British supermarkets with the launch of its Red Berry Grapes, now available in Marks and Spencers stores.
Frozen food brand Pack’d moves into ingredients space with new range
Frozen organic food producer Pack’d has added a new range of frozen ingredients to its UK retail portfolio.
Talking texture: The science of sensory appeal in vegan batters and breadings
Matthieu Bertoux, marketing director at Ingredion, and Olivia Fannon, technical service technologist for Western Europe, explain how brands can create vegan batters and breadings that satisfy on every sensory level while still meeting clean label demands.
Tofutti partners with Greens and Grains restaurant to launch plant-based tzatziki
US dairy alternatives brand Tofutti has partnered with vegan restaurant group Greens and Grains to launch a new plant-based tzatziki...
Editor’s view: Is meat mimicking over?
With alt-meat industry leaders moving away from imitation while tofu and tempeh sales are going strong, could this transition toward more ‘natural’ proteins be signalling the beginning of a new era?
Oscar Mayer introduces limited-edition combined pack of both meat and plant-based hot dogs
Kraft Heinz’s Oscar Mayer brand has introduced a combined offering of both plant-based and traditional meat hot dog sausages, packaged together in one product without cross contamination.
Väcka rebrands as Functional Creamery, launches new functional products
Väcka, a Spanish plant-based brand known for its range of fermented vegetable cheese alternatives, is rebranding alongside an expansion of its range to include functional nutrition products.
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