A gluten-free, vegan donut by Borough 22 was awarded the Free From Food Product of the Year award. The Free From Food Awards jury selected the bakery product out of over 550 entries, which were evaluated over 12 weeks.
Wendy’s and Google Cloud announced they are working together on a generative artificial intelligence (AI) solution dubbed Wendy’s FreshAI, specially designed for QSR. It will enable a quicker and more consistent drive-thru ordering experience.
Baker & Baker launched a new cookie range in the UK, designed with quality and convenience in mind – the Brooklyn Coffee Bar cookies. The range consists of two popular flavors (double chocolate and rich chocolate) and each cookie is individually wrapped.
KIT KAT proposes a summer flavor with the launch of its latest limited-edition flavor the KIT KAT® Churro. The new flavor is a homage to the beloved dessert that reminisces summer around the world, pairing the churro taste with the familiar crunch of the bar.
For Mother’s Day, Pillsbury launches limited-edition edible Brunch Bouquets featuring its Pillsbury™ Cinnamon Rolls, Biscuits and Crescent Rolls, arranged in a display that mimics a traditional floral bouquet. The Pillsbury Brunch Bouquet is made entirely of Pillsbury brunch bites created in partnership with Miami-based chef Amaris Jones, owner of Chick’N Jones.
Thomas’® announced new entries to its breakfast portfolio, which include Everything Mini Bagels and the brand’s first keto product, Thomas’ Keto Bagel Thins Bagels. Both product ranges are now available at major retailers throughout the US.
McDonald’s announced it is improving its classic burgers, with improvements including a revised bun, which is now “softer, pillowy”. The QSR developed “small but tasty improvements” to the Big Mac sandwich, McDouble burger and the classic Cheeseburger, Double Cheeseburger and Hamburger.
Nairn’s Oatcakes has been working on several new sourdough products to add to its Flatbread range. They are gluten-free, approved by the Coeliac UK organization, vegan-friendly, made with wholegrain oats and high in fiber. The new ranges are baked in Nairn’s dedicated gluten-free bakery.
