B.C. gov’t, public sector union entering non-binding talks

After seven weeks of strike action, B.C. public sector workers say the union and the provincial government will enter mediated talks as soon as possible. The union announced Friday that its bargaining committee has agreed to non-binding talks with...

How to maximize the potential of beverage e-commerce

Whether you’re a craft soda startup, a specialty coffee roaster, or a DTC wine label, selling online is not a ‘nice to have’: it’s the heart of the business. And the good news is that platforms like Shopify, Squarespace and WooCommerce have made...

Wine Enthusiast names Finger Lakes American Wine Region of Year

PENN YAN — The Finger Lakes is Wine Enthusiast magazine’s 2025 Wine Star Award American Wine Region of the Year, the New York Wine and Grape Foundation announced Thursday. The Wine Enthusiast is one of the preeminent magazines in the industry....

Macchiato vs. cappuccino: How to choose the perfect espresso beverage

I’m a strong believer that there’s a time and a place for every espresso order, from the macchiato to the cappuccino. In the battle between ordering a macchiato vs a cappuccino, there are several factors to consider. Firstly, how much liquid...

Canada's food manufacturing sector needs to be more agile

READ: As GLP-1 users shed pounds, their shopping habits are changing Meanwhile, corporate credibility is collapsing under the weight of shrinkflation — the unapologetic practice of selling less product for the same or higher price. Led by the same...

The Places Everyone Will Be Talking About in 2026 — Breaking Travel News’ Predictions

As the travel industry pivots from recovery into a new era of purposeful, experience-first trips, certain destinations are set to shine in 2026. Drawing on coverage and forecasts reported by Breaking Travel News alongside wider industry trend...

Finding Hidden Value in Food & Beverage Waste Streams

Scott Cole: Food and beverage companies spend millions of dollars every year just throwing things away, and what they don't realize is that a lot of these waste streams could potentially be a source of profit for them. With the right data and...

Michigan Might Have Just Crushed One of Its Most Successful Industries

Sign up for the Slatest to get the most insightful analysis, criticism, and advice out there, delivered to your inbox daily. About a week after the federal government officially closed for business, Michigan’s state lawmakers managed to avoid a...

Growing London Packaging Week impresses evolving sector

The 15th London Packaging Week event closed its doors yesterday, with exhibitors happy with the bustling footfall and visitor quality as the two-day show focused on the hot topics impacting the sector. Held at the ExCel on Wednesday and Thursday...

A Drink With… Devon Trevathan, Nomadic Distiller and Co-Founder of Liba Spirits

A Drink With… Devon Trevathan, Nomadic Distiller and Co-Founder of Liba Spirits Reviews: Huel Daily Greens Delivers, Hawaiian Tropical Sodas Delight NACS: Coffee Brands Bet on Black, Aim for Strategic Growth SPONSORED POST The Agency Fueling...

‘Tulsa King’ Season 3 Episode 5 Recap & Ending Explained: Is Bill Arrested?

In episode 4 of Tulsa King Season 3, after Tyson’s colossal misstep, Dwight began making plans to get the booze back from Jeremiah’s clutches. He tasked Bodhi with looking into the Dunmires’ distribution website, and Bodhi not only scrambled their...

‘Liquor tax hike may cut bar spending’

President of the Barkeepers and Operators Association Satesh Moonasar is predicting people will spend less at the bars following added taxes imposed in the 2025/26 budget. He also said proprietors across the board were awaiting the new price...

Algarve wine production down 10%

“We expect a decrease that could reach 10%, representing around 200,000 litres, compared to the previous season. The causes for this reduction are linked to rain during an unexpected period, which favours the emergence of diseases,” Sara Silva...

Dangers of drinking and driving reiterated at AWARE.org’s seminar

Drinking and driving continues to be a serious challenge in South Africa, driven by high alcohol consumption, social tolerance, and enforcement gaps, all contributing to preventable road fatalities, especially during the festive season. To address...

Foley Wines interim CEO gets job permanently 

Foley Wines has named Mike Higgins as its permanent chief executive, effective immediately, after acting in the role on an interim basis since February. Higgins stepped in this year following the departure of Mark Turnbull, who resigned as a...

‘It kind of takes the joy out of cruising.’ Some Norwegian Cruise Line passengers balk at new food-and-drink policies.

Norwegian Cruise Line’s new rules call for a $5 surcharge with each additional entree ordered in the main dining rooms. - Getty Images/iStock For many cruise passengers, the make-or-break aspect of a trip is the food and drinks. And that goes...

Iowa craft beer sales slow as fewer people are drinking

DAVENPORT, Iowa (WQAD) - The Iowa Brewers Guild says it’s seeing a slowdown in sales as habits change, WQAD reports. Executive Director Noreen Otto says the guild has seen a small, but noticeable, decline in both retail sales and at breweries. She...

Finger Lakes named American Wine Region of the Year by Wine Enthusiast

The Finger Lakes Region of New York has been named 2025 American Wire Region of the Year by Wine Enthusiast. The recognition is part of the magazine’s 26th annual Wine Star Awards and recognizes the region’s world-class winemaking, sustainable...

Wine tourism in Spain boosted industry revenues by almost 10% in 2024

VISITS to vineyards and wine museums rose by 2.2% last year to just over 3 million with revenue up by nearly 10% according to a report by the Wine Routes of Spain product club, The visitor numbers were only beaten in 2017 and 2019. The financial...

Top Shelf and Gravity Drinks form merger

Australian spirits producer Top Shelf International and ready-to-drink (RTD) brand Gravity have joined forces to create a new company called Blue Sky Drinks Co. The Blue Sky Drinks portfolio spans whisky, vodka and RTDs Top Shelf International...