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  • Lakanto unveils brown sugar substitute called Brown Lakanto

    Lakanto unveils brown sugar substitute called Brown Lakanto

    All-natural sugar substitute brand Lakanto has launched a brown sugar substitute called Brown Lakanto nationally.

    The company says Brown Lakanto is a sugar substitute that offers the molasses-like flavour profile of brown sugar and has zero carbs with 93 percent fewer calories than sugar. The company’s sweeteners are made up of non-GMO erythritol and monk fruit extract.

    Leon McIndoe, GM of Lakanto Australia, said the brand has an “incredible reception” in Australia.

    “With our award-winning Classic and Golden sugar substitutes already on the market, it only made sense to extend the range in delivering a Brown sugar substitute for Australians to enjoy,” McIndoe added.

    The new sweetener comes in three sizes – 225g, 450g, and 4kg – and can be found at Coles, Woolworths, and other independent retailers as well as on the company’s website.

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  • Pringles debuts spicy duo: Chipotle Sour Cream and Smokin Cajun

    Pringles debuts spicy duo: Chipotle Sour Cream and Smokin Cajun

    Pringles is sure to fire up the tastebuds of snack aficionados across the country with its latest release, comprised of two new smoking-hot flavors.

    These spicy new Pringles – Sizzlin’ Chipotle Sour Cream and Smokin’ Cajun Spice – are exclusive to Australia and New Zealand and were co-created with Michelin Star Chef Haikal Kohari, who crafted these bold flavors specifically for local tastebuds.

    For those who prefer mild spice, the Sizzlin’ Chipotle Sour Cream Pringles offer snackers some excitement, with the smooth, creamy sour notes balancing out the heat level.

    But for those who crave the heat, the Smokin’ Cajun Spice Pringles will surely get your heart racing with a mouthwatering mixture of spice and tangy citrus.

    Dan Bitti, Head of Pringles and Salty Snacks ANZ said the new Pringles flavors were a result of “18 months” of experimenting to get the “perfect balance of fire and flavor”

    “Across Australia and New Zealand, chip lovers are asking for more interesting and spicy flavors, so Pringles are giving the people what they want with something more daring.”

    “Whether you like snacks fiery or mild, the Smokin’ Cajun Spice and Sizzlin’ Chipotle Sour Cream flavors are both ‘a must try’, packing a punch of flavor and spice to get those taste buds popping.”

    “We can’t wait for Pringles fans to try them and see if they can handle the heat!”

    If you’d like to put your tastebuds to the test with these flavoursome and fiery new Pringles flavours, you can purchase them from Coles today and from Woolworths in mid-September.

  • Milkybar teams up with Milo for a crispy white chocolate

    Milkybar teams up with Milo for a crispy white chocolate

    First there was Dolly Parton and Kenny Loggins. Next came David Bowie and Mick Jagger. Now, at long last, we have Milo and Milkybar. Ok so some collabs are more memorable than others but the joining of two beloved Australian icons has got to be one of the best so far.

    Milo and Milkybar is the latest mash-up of sweet treats, with the creamy smoothness of milk chocolate plus crunch from Milo chunks. It’s giving frantic spoonfuls of extra Milo powder in your milk before your mum comes back into the kitchen. But now we’re adults and can do what we please.

    Nestle head of marketing, Melanie Chen said of the hottest power couple we’ve seen in years, “When news of Milkybar Milo was leaked, the anticipation from the Australians in-the-know has been extremely positive. We can’t wait to see the reactions when they actually experience it!”

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  • Seaweed bites launched by Pacific Harvest

    Seaweed bites launched by Pacific Harvest

    Pacific Harvest is adding a new product – Raw Nori Seaweed Snack Packs – to its seaweed products range.

    The company says the seaweed is sourced naturally, contains nutrients that are good for health, and has no additives or preservatives. Pacific Harvest said its team works only with ethical and sustainable seaweed harvesters to ensure quality as well as not harm the environment. Its packaging is all recyclable.

    Hayley Fraser-Mackenzie, MD at Pacific Harvest, said seaweed is known for its extensive nutritional and mineral value, but many consumers are not sure how to include it in their daily routines.

    “This easy, on-the-go format is a raw, healthy snack that both parents and kids will be happy to see in a lunchbox. We don’t need to eat seaweeds laden with fats, that have been processed in ways that destroy their nutrient value.”

    The Raw Nori Seaweed Snack Packs and other Pacific Harvest products are sold via the company’s website and in health food stores nationwide with an RRP of $4.30 for a box of eight 2gram packs.

  • PepsiCo commits to recycled packaging across entire snacks range

    PepsiCo commits to recycled packaging across entire snacks range

    PepsiCo will convert to 100-per-cent recyclable packaging across its Smith’s, Red Rock Deli, Sakata, and Doritos brands.

    The company has also partnered with the sustainable organization, Clean Up Australia, to increase soft-plastic recycling in Australia.

    By the end of the year, all the packaging will be changed out and will sport the Australasian Recycling Logo. Consumers will be able to recycle all of their snack packagings via curbside recycling for cardboard and plastic trays, and through the Redcycle collection bins for soft plastics.

    “Increased recycling rates are critical to the success of a circular economy for soft plastics,” said PepsiCo Australia and New Zealand chief marketing officer, Vandita Pandey. “Key to this is making packaging recyclable and easy to recycle.

    “We are proud to have achieved the first step – designing 100 percent of our snacks packaging to be recyclable – meeting Australia’s 2025 National Packaging Target four years ahead of schedule.”

    PepsiCo pledged $650,000 at the Australian Government’s National Plastics Summit last year for the Greening the Green program developed by Clean Up Australia. The company partnered with Redcycle and Replas to work with local sporting facilities to streamline rubbish separation and collection as well as increase soft plastics recycling.

    Greening the Green is a 12-week program that targets to improve littering and rubbish collection via an interactive online learning experience.  A pilot testing is underway at the ELS Hall Park in Ryde, NSW and there are an additional 19 sporting grounds that have signed up, bringing the number to a total of 110 sporting facilities joining them for the next two years.

    Facilities can either collect recyclables like soft plastics and beverage containers via specific bins, which will be collected by Redcycle. These will be shredded and delivered to Replas so they can be moulded into seats, bollards, signage and sports trophies., and the end product will be given to each sporting group.

  • South Korea’s Crispy Chicken n’ Tomato expands in Japan

    South Korea’s Crispy Chicken n’ Tomato expands in Japan

    South Korean chicken chain Crispy Chicken n’ Tomato has expanded its retail network into Tokyo, opening 10 stores in the city this month.

    Besides selling at stores, Crispy Chicken n’ Tomato has also partnered with UberEats to offer “sharing brand service” which allows one store on UberEats to bear two brands at the same time.

    The company introduces this type of business as unlike franchises, owners do not need to change interiors, uniforms, equipment or their existing menu.

    Crispy Chicken n’ Tomato’s operator, E-mate Co, said food-delivery sales are increasing significantly in a local restaurant market that has traditionally suffered slow sales growth for various reasons.

    “We are looking for restaurant partners and agencies that want to secure new profits”, said a spokesperson.

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  • PepsiCo plans to buy Chinese snack Be & Cheery

    PepsiCo plans to buy Chinese snack Be & Cheery

    PepsiCo is poised to purchase Chinese online snack vendor Be & Cheery owned by Haoxiangni Health Food Co.

    PepsiCo had proposed the Be & Cheery acquisition before the coronavirus outbreak began in China.

    Valued at US$705 million, the acquisition will help PepsiCo strengthen its position in Mainland China as the company suffers slowing business growth globally.

    “Be & Cheery adds direct-to-consumer capability, positioning us to capitalize on continued growth in e-commerce, and a local brand that is able to stretch across a broad portfolio of products, through both online and offline channels,” said Ram Krishnan, CEO of PepsiCo Greater China.

    “We also expect to leverage Be & Cheery’s innovation and consumer insights capabilities to drive innovation in other key PepsiCo growth markets.”

    The acquisition still needs approval from Haoxiangni’s shareholders and other customary conditions, according to the company.

    Founded in 2003, Be & Cheery is one of the China’s largest online snack companies. Its products include nuts, dried fruits, meat snacks, baked goods and confectionery.

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  • Soul Origin offers free toast

    Soul Origin offers free toast

    Cafe chain Soul Origin is giving away a free slice of Vegemite toast with any coffee purchase on Wednesday, after an imprompt national debate broke out yesterday over the correct amount of Vegemite on a slice of toast.

    The debate started when a customer took issue with the scant serving of Vegemite on their toast and posted an image to the Breakfast sub-Reddit page, calling the Soul Origin cafe in the Domestic Terminal of Sydney Airport that served it to them “un-Australian”.

    The image was widely shared across social media, where thousands of Vegemite fans and haters weighed in.

    “I’m fairly sure that’s illegal in Australia,” one Redditor commented on the original photo, while another noted, “I hate the stuff and even I know that isn’t quite enough.”

    On the other side of the fence, some pushed for the option to throw the toast in the bin and replace it with peanut butter instead.

    Soul Origin chief executive Chris Mavris took the frenzy in stride. He released a statement Tuesday afternoon announcing customers would receive a free slice of Vegemite toast with any coffee purchase on Wednesday, and encouraging customers to tell their local cafe exactly how they like it.

    “There’s nothing more Australian than Vegemite on toast but it’s no secret that everyone has their own personal way of enjoying this national delicacy,” Mavris said.

  • Irvins Salted Egg snacks make Manila debut

    Irvins Salted Egg snacks make Manila debut

    Irvins Salted Egg snack store from Singapore has opened its first Philippines outlet, in Metro Manila.

    On the ground floor of SM Mega Fashion Hall, the shop sells the brand’s signature snacks: salted egg fish skins and salted egg potato chips.

    Owner Irvin Gunawan says he decided to open a store in the Philippines after seeing the great response to the snacks from Filipinos in Singapore. His hunch was right, as on its first day the Manila store had a queue throughout the morning.

    Gunawan says other branches will come, the first before year’s end.

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