Lidl is scrapping ‘use by’ dates on brand staple foods starting from this month. The new packaging will be introduced in a bid to cut back on food waste. Lidl will swap ‘use by’ dates for ‘best before’ dates on its own brand yoghurt and fresh milk ranges. The updated milk packaging can already be seen in some stores in England and Wales, with the changes to yoghurt expected from early 2024. Use by dates will be scrapped from packaging […]

Statement Highlights: A new American Heart Association scientific statement assesses and scores the heart healthiness of popular dietary patterns. Several dietary patterns, including the DASH-style eating plan, Mediterranean, pescatarian and vegetarian eating patterns, received top ratings for aligning with the Association’s dietary guidance. A few eating patterns, including Paleo and ketogenic diets, contradict the Association’s guidance and did not rank as heart-healthy eating patterns. The statement suggests opportunities for dietary research and interventions to promote health […]

Researchers have found a way to reduce saturated fat, sugar, and salt in popular American foods without sacrificing taste, by replacing these elements with herbs and spices. Blind taste tests confirmed that participants preferred or found the modified dishes equally enjoyable as the original recipes, and modeling suggested these changes could substantially reduce daily intake of unhealthy nutrients if widely adopted. In reaction to the 1990s’ obsession with low-fat diets, numerous food manufacturers eliminated saturated fats from their items, substituting […]

A new study has revealed that Chinese food is the most Googled cuisine in the United States, according to Google search data.  The research, conducted by foodfirefriends.com, analyzed Google search data related to the 40 most popular cuisines in different U.S. states to find out what cuisines Americans search for (and eat) the most.  Chinese food. With an average of over 3.35 million searches per month in the U.S., Chinese is Americans’ favorite food.  Mexican food. With an average of […]

Home > Foodservice Study: Italian Cuisine Most Popular Worldwide, Edging Japanese Restaurant customers appear to be as intrigued as ever by exploring foreign flavors – with a specific focus on Italian cuisine. A new study confirms as much; The Picky Eater website analyzed the world’s most popular cuisines and dishes and revealed that Italian cuisine (highlighted by pizza, pasta, and risotto) is the most popular, followed by Japanese and Indian food. “The popularity of international cuisine is rising, with many […]

A bowl of pho with beef is served with iced tea and pieces of deep-fried dough in Hanoi. Photo by VnExpress/Nick M Pho, a Vietnamese noodle soup considered a national dish, ranked 34th in a list of 100 most popular dishes in the world as complied by international food magazine TasteAtlas. “It is also one of the most beloved Vietnamese dishes in the western hemisphere due to its complex, unique flavors, and elegant simplicity,” according to TasteAtlas, an experiential travel […]

The fast food industry has had its sights set on breakfast for a while now. You’ll be hard pressed to find a drive-thru that doesn’t have some sort of egg sandwich at the ready between the hours of 6 and 9 a.m.. Despite the many contenders, however, a new survey indicates that one chain has the breakfast game on lock. McDonald’s Shrinks Its Restaurant for the Digital Age Online gaming website Casino.org conducted a survey of 10,000 U.S. adults throughout May […]

When it comes to the world’s most-loved cuisines, there are a few obvious favourites. There’s Italian, with its unbeatable pizza-pasta combo. Indian, with its dazzling and colourful sprawl. Mexican, with its spices and innovative presentations. French, with all its richness and refinement. But which cuisine is currently the world’s most popular? To find out, adventure holiday travel firm The Bucket List Company has looked at levels of engagement on social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram and Reddit. The eventual ranking wasn’t just based on […]

When I go out to eat, I more often than not find myself choosing some sort of international cuisine. I was at Disney World last month and honestly wanted to just eat in every restaurant in Epcot. We eventually settled on France (I do love French cuisine but ultimately the decision was made for where we could get a reservation). In fact, I’ve been on a French kick as of late. But ultimately I’d say my top 3 (impossible to […]

THINK you are making the healthiest choices in your weekly shop? Then think again. Slimmers’ favourite Diet Coke will not help you lose weight, said the World Health Organisation this week. 10 We reveal the so-called healthy options that can be bad for youCredit: Shutterstock In fact, replacing sugar with sweeteners could cause Type 2 diabetes or heart disease over time. Francesco Branca, one of WHO’s directors, said: “People need to consider other ways, such as consuming food with naturally […]