Coca-Cola recalls drinks in Europe over ‘higher levels’ of chemical chlorate
Cans and bottles containing the chemical, which can cause health issues, were distributed in Britain at the end of last year Coca-Cola has recalled its...
Category : Food & drink industry
Champagne makers say sales losing fizz amid global gloom and changing habits
Shipments fell nearly 10% last year with French firms blaming economic and political anxiety, and cheaper drinks Changing habits and the gloomy state of the...
Ripe for the picking? Irish wine on the up – but ‘nobody will retire rich’
Global heating has made conditions more favourable for growing grapes – and finding the right variety is key Heard the one about Irish wine? Like...
Olive oil fraud and mislabelling cases hit record high in EU
Fifty potential cases in first three months of this year as rising costs lead to increase in parallel market The EU had a record number...
Coffee prices will rise even higher, says Giuseppe Lavazza
For UK consumers the cost of beans could increase by up to 25% over the coming year The price of coffee is set to remain...
China to hold hearing into brandy imports as tension grows with EU over tariffs on EVs
Ministry will discuss investigation into claims that European producers are selling goods below market rates Business live – latest updates China has ramped up its...
World’s largest food awards move judging panel from UK to Ireland to avoid Brexit red tape
Due to new import controls, a judging session for the Great Taste awards is being held outside the UK for the first time in 30...
Extra virgin olive oil prices tipped to top £16 a litre next month
Price rise for mass-market types expected as global production falls to lowest level in more than 10 years Olive oil prices are set to climb...
‘Do they realise what they’re doing?’ Milan takes on ice-cream sellers in war on ‘wild nightlife’
The Italian city’s attempt to help its sleep-deprived residents is denounced as a step too far Milan’s leaders have been accused of waging war against...
Restaurant in Italy offers free bottles of wine to customers who hand in phones
Owner of Al Condominio in Verona says response to the initiative during meals has been very positive An Italian restaurant is offering a free bottle...
