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-KH News Desk (cbdigital@imaws.org) The innovative ice cream line aims to reduce food waste while offering unique and delicious flavors to customers. Salt & Straw, the specialty ice cream maker, is taking a delicious stand against food waste with its latest offering: the Upcycled Food Series. This innovative ice cream line utilizes ingredients that would have otherwise been discarded, giving them a new life and purpose. Flavors like Day-Old Bread Pudding & Chocolate Ganache, Cacao Pulp & Chocolate Stracciatella Gelato, Lemon Curd & Whey, and vegan options like Salted Caramel & Okara Cupcakes and Malted Chocolate Barley Milk are all…

-KH News Desk (cbdigital@imaws.org) The unique meal has attracted over 100 people to join a waiting list, while experts express concerns about the ecological impact and potential health risks.  A new dish featuring a 14-legged giant isopod has taken the spotlight at a ramen restaurant in Taipei, causing a stir among food enthusiasts. Since its launch on May 22, “The Ramen Boy” restaurant’s limited-edition noodle bowl, which boasts this dream ingredient, has attracted over 100 people eager to join a waiting list for a taste of the extraordinary meal. The 37-year-old owner of the restaurant, known as Mr. Hu, says,…

-KH News Desk (cbdigital@imaws.org) The Darjeeling tea industry produces the most well-known aromatic tea in Europe, but sales are currently down at least 10% to 15% from last year, nearly perfectly coinciding with the start of the recession in Germany. Around 20 to 25 percent of Darjeeling’s yearly tea production is attributed to the first flush, which heralds the beginning of a new season.For both quantity and quality of the first flush, which is unique and commands the greatest price on the market, Darjeeling tea is dependent on rain and pleasant weather. More than 3 million kg of Darjeeling tea…

-KH News Desk (cbdigital@imaws.org) Wakai that translates its meaning to ‘fresh’ offers a luxurious Japanese dining experience in Mumbai. The philosophy of the restaurant is to interweave authentic Japanese recipes with contemporary influences with the help of its highly trained team of chefs. Wakai Bandra, a two storeyed restaurant, serves the signature dishes like Truffle Sea Bass Gyoza, Black Cod Miso as well as a diverse selection ofSushi, Sashimi, and Nigiri. Among the foods provided are tsukune, yaki tori, miso soup gyoza, as well as the Wasabi cornettoes and Tuscany-inspired sushi. Japanese ingredients are often much more expensive than pan-Asian…

-KH News Desk (cbdigital@imaws.org) Moonshine aims to introduce the younger generation of craft beverage enthusiasts to the age-old elixir, offering a range of enticing flavors. Moonshine Meadery, the pioneering mead producer in India, has announced its plans to expand its presence to Gurugram, Haryana, marking a significant milestone in its national reach. The move comes in response to the increasing demand for Moonshine’s exceptional meads among enthusiasts in the region. To cater to this demand, the company has made its meads conveniently accessible at various city wine shops from April 24th onwards. By expanding its reach to Gurugram, Moonshine Meadery…

-KH News Desk (cbdigital@imaws.org) The renowned Canadian coffee brand is launching two new outlets in Mumbai, offering its signature beverages and a menu of made-to-order food and baked goods.  Tim Hortons, the iconic Canadian coffee brand, is set to make its debut in Mumbai. The brand will be opening two new coffee shops in popular locations – Bandra West, Linking Road, and Andheri, Lokhandwala. Mumbaians can start enjoying the signature Tim Horton’s coffee from 5 PM on May 27th at Supreme Headquarters, Off Linking Road, Bandra West. The Andheri Lokhandwala outlet will open the following day, May 28th, from 11…

-KH News Desk (cbdigital@imaws.org) Wicked Kitchen, a prominent plant-based food brand, has completed an all-stock acquisition of Current Foods, a company specializing in plant-based raw seafood. The terms of the deal are not disclosed. The acquisition aligns with Wicked Kitchen’s strategic focus on the rapidly growing plant-based sector and reflects the industry’s need for consolidation. Current Foods, previously known as Kuleana, has gained recognition for its plant-based seafood offerings, catering to food service and fine dining establishments in the United States and Europe. Notably, its plant-based tuna fillet received a prestigious FABI Award at the recent National Restaurant Association Show.…

-KH News Desk (cbdigital@imaws.org) Beneo, a functional ingredients supplier, is introducing a new product called Beneo-scL85 to meet the growing consumer demand for low-sugar products. Beneo-scL85 is a short-chain fructooligosaccharide derived from beet sugar. It acts as a prebiotic and is not digested in the small intestine. The ingredient offers a mildly sweet taste, good solubility, and natural credentials contributing to improved taste and texture. It can be used for bulking in various applications such as bakery, dairy, and cereals. Reducing sugar content in food products is a challenge for manufacturers as it can impact the texture, structure, color, and…

-KH News Desk (cbdigital@imaws.org) Nepal court prohibits extra charges beyond menu prices in a landmark ruling, ensuring consumer protection. According to the information provided, the Kathmandu District Court in Nepal issued a landmark ruling in response to a consumer case filed by journalist Madan Dhungana on August 21. The ruling, delivered by Justice Basudev Poudel, states that restaurants, hotels, and resorts are not permitted to charge customers more than the price listed on the menu. This means that additional charges such as a 13 percent value-added tax (VAT) and a 10 percent service charge, which have been commonly added to…

-KH News Desk (cbdigital@imaws.org) Salud plans to launch its premium gin and bitters in the Indian market, expanding into ten new regions and targeting Gen-Z and millennial consumers. Salud, the renowned global urban lifestyle brand, has unveiled its ambitious expansion strategy to introduce its innovative products in the Ready-to-Drink (RTD) category across ten new markets in India.  With a firm commitment to delivering exceptional drinking experiences, Salud is set to launch its premium gin and Salud bitters in the Indian market next month. The move comes on the heels of the brand’s remarkable success in the previous fiscal year, where…