By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Global food giant Nestlé is launching a new weight-loss beverage that helps suppress appetite, in a process similar to new GLP-1 drugs. The launch marks the beginning of a new and promising food and beverage category that's getting a major boost from weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound. These types of drugs mimic a … [Read more...] about Nestlé Launches Beverage With Similar Effect to Ozempic
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Baileys and Dolci Frutta Release Chocolatey Treats
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Baileys and Dulci Frutta are launching an Irish Cream-flavored addition to Dolci Frutta's line of chocolate melting wafer desserts. The licensed Baileys Irish Cream x Dulci Frutta melting wafers were designed to bring the flavor of Diageo's classic Baileys liqueur to Saco Food's existing collection of alcohol-free Dulci Frutta … [Read more...] about Baileys and Dolci Frutta Release Chocolatey Treats
Italy Named Partner Country for 2025 Fancy Food Shows
TLL Staff The Specialty Food Association (SFA) has announced an expanded year-long partnership with Italy, naming the European nation as the partner country for both the 49th Winter Fancy Food Show and the 69th Summer Fancy Food Show in 2025. The Winter Fancy Food Show is set to take place January 19–21, 2025, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, while the Summer Fancy Food … [Read more...] about Italy Named Partner Country for 2025 Fancy Food Shows
Minecraft and Norco Launch Flavored Milk Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Norco Co-operative has signed a licensing partnership with Minecraft to launch a video game-inspired flavored milk collection. Marking Minecraft's first licensed product in the Australian food & beverage market, the new range includes four distinct flavors of lactose-free and no sugar added milk. “Norco shares with Minecraft a … [Read more...] about Minecraft and Norco Launch Flavored Milk Collection
Caffè Borbone Introduces Licensed Baileys Cappuccino Capsules
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Caffè Borbone is launching new Baileys-flavored cappuccino capsules as the latest product for the two brands' ongoing licensing partnership. Designed to work with Nescafé Dolce Gusto machines, the co-branded cappucino capsules combine the classic flavor of Baileys Irish Cream with Caffè Borbone's traditional Italian coffee … [Read more...] about Caffè Borbone Introduces Licensed Baileys Cappuccino Capsules
SNAX-Sational and Smuckers Unveil PB&J-Flavored Popcorn Line
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter SNAX-Sational Brands’ premiere popcorn brand has just introduced peanut butter and jam (PB&J) versions of its popular POP line of popcorn snacks. The new products feature two of America's favorite food products, those being Smuckers jellies and JIF peanut butter. the line is a partnership between SNAX-Sational and J.M. Smucker, … [Read more...] about SNAX-Sational and Smuckers Unveil PB&J-Flavored Popcorn Line
Krispy Kreme Debuts Dr. Seuss Inspired Merry Grinchmas Doughnuts
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Krispy Kreme is launching a Merry Grinchmas doughnut collection based on licensed characters from How the Grinch Stole Christmas! by Dr. Seuss. The Merry Grinchmas doughnut collection will feature three new doughnut varieties, along with two classic Krispy Kreme Christmas flavors. “Who wants to celebrate Christmas with Krispy … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme Debuts Dr. Seuss Inspired Merry Grinchmas Doughnuts
“Mama Mia!” Super Mario in Sweet Deal With Hershey
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Hershey Company and Nintendo of America are launching licensed Kit Kat and Jolly Rancher candy packages that feature characters from Super Mario. The limited-edition Kit Kat and Jolly Rancher packaging includes a wide variety of licensed Mario characters from the franchises' Super Mario Bros. Wonder and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe … [Read more...] about “Mama Mia!” Super Mario in Sweet Deal With Hershey
Surge Brands Signs Multiple Deals for Toxic Waste
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Surge Brands has signed new licensing partners for Candy Dynamics’ Toxic Waste Hazardously Sour Candy brand. The new licensees secured for the Toxic Waste licensing program include a wide range of partners across multiple product categories and international retail markets. “Since embarking on a licensing program with Surge in 2021, … [Read more...] about Surge Brands Signs Multiple Deals for Toxic Waste
Free Rein x Stetson Cowboy Coffee Puts the Yee-Haw in Your Mornings
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Free Rein Coffee and Stetson have announced a collaborative partnership for two limited-edition, co-branded Cowboy Coffee Kits. Available in either Ground Beans or Pod versions, each Cowboy Coffee Kit features a unique coffee blend called Trailblazer that is packaged in an exclusive gift set that contains two locally-crafted ceramic … [Read more...] about Free Rein x Stetson Cowboy Coffee Puts the Yee-Haw in Your Mornings