The Latest Breaking News on Food

Tesco sorry for putting up Welsh bilingual signs in Cornwall

Campaigners say they appreciate attempt to use Cornish but mistake points to need for more access to language

The Guardian - UK · Feb 4

Aussie packaging giant rallies after 'exciting' win

A major packaging company, with dual listings in Australia and the US, has boosted its first-half sales by 70 per cent after making a major acquisition.

AAP · Feb 4

Riverford sales rise 6% as UK organics market enjoys biggest boom in two decades

Sector bounces back as consumers focus on provenance and healthy eating, but is still well behind Europe

The Guardian - UK · Feb 3

Tesco urgently recalls microwave meal over undeclared health risk

Shoppers with wheat allergies have been warned to return to product for a free refund

Evening Standard · Jan 27

Nigella Lawson will be new judge on The Great British Bake Off, Channel 4 confirms

The TV chef said she’s honoured and excited to join long-standing judge Paul Hollywood in the famous white tent

Evening Standard · Jan 26

MrBeast steps into food tech spotlight after tasting cultivated chicken, drawing millions into future food debate

MrBeast brought cultivated meat into the mainstream after tasting cell-based chicken at Upside Foods’ California facility. His visit offered millions of young followers a rare look at how meat can be grown from cells without slaughter. The moment gave alternative protein a cultural boost, helping shift perception from niche food…

The Times of India · Jan 26

UK chocolate recall: Nut contamination risk prompts warning

A recall has been issued for chocolate products sold in the UK due to a risk of nut contamination, posing a potential allergy threat to consumers

Evening Standard · Jan 22

Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Chain Bought by Chinese Pork Producer Smithfield Foods

Nathan's Famous hot dog chain is acquired by Chinese-owned Smithfield Foods in a $450 million deal.

International Business Times · Jan 22

What you should do if you have bought a product that has been recalled

Here’s legal expert Gary Rycroft’s checklist for recalled food products:

Evening Standard · Jan 21

‘I’m 86 for goodness sake!’ Prue Leith to leave The Great British Bake Off

The judge steps down after nine seasons on the baking competition

The Guardian - UK · Jan 21