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Geopolitics

FSSAI makes food business permits permanent

Times of India – World · India

Under new rules notified by Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), food licences and registrations will now remain valid permanently, unless can…

Geopolitics

Frosting, sprinkles and layers of fun: Giant cake picnic hits Sydney

BBC News – World · Europe

Hundreds of bakers head to Sydney's Botanic Gardens to share and savour their colourful creations.

Tech & Startups

Instacart Promo Code: Save on Groceries in March 2026

Wired · Global

From $0 delivery fees on your first three orders to $50 credits with the Instacart Mastercard, here is how to maximize your grocery budget this month.

Tech & Startups

8 Best Espresso Machines for Home (2026), Tested by Coffee Pros

Wired · Global

The best espresso makers can turn your kitchen into a café and help you hone the art of the perfect shot.

Geopolitics

Global Food Supply Faces a Dangerous Bottleneck as Iran War Persists

The New York Times – World · US

Fertilizer prices are climbing as a result of disruptions in the Middle East, putting global food supplies at risk.

Tech & Startups

Factor Promo Code: 50% Off Off Meal Prep

Wired · Global

Make meal prep easier for any dietary need while enjoying great savings with our hand-picked Factor discount codes this March.

Tech & Startups

Amazon Spring Sale Deal: The Typhur Dome 2 Air Fryer Is 30% Off

Wired · Global

I tested more than 30 air fryers this past year. The Typhur Dome 2 is the one I recommend, and it’s uncommonly cheap right now.

Startups

Quick food delivery startup Swish raises $38M in Series B funding round

Your Story · India

The funding round was led by Hara Global and Bain Capital Ventures. Existing backer Accel also participated in the round, alongside debt investors Alteria Capi…

Geopolitics

Japan food company rebrands ‘boring’ tofu, making it ‘manly’ to appeal to young customers

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Japanese food company has transformed tofu with a “manly” twist, attracting younger consumers and generating over 6 billion yen (US$38 million) in annual rev…

Tech & Startups

Bengaluru food delivery startup Swish raises $38M, its third round in 18 months

TechCrunch · US

Swish has more than doubled its valuation in a year as its full-stack, hyperlocal model positions ultra-fast food delivery as a high-frequency habit.

Geopolitics

Record-setting Big Mac eater underwhelmed by McDonald’s new Big Arch burger

The Guardian – World · Europe

Donald Gorske has eaten nearly 36,000 Big Macs. His verdict on the new Big Arch? ‘I think the Big Mac is better’The Wisconsin man who holds a seemingly unassai…

Startups

Curefoods takes on quick food delivery; a motivational AI fitness coach

Your Story · India

As Curefoods heads toward a public listing, it is sharpening a clear playbook: scale proven brands, double down on Krispy Kreme, and expand its cloud kitchen f…

Tech & Startups

12 Best Coffee Subscriptions (2026), Tested by Caffeine Hounds

Wired · Global

These services deliver freshly roasted, delicious coffee picks right to your door—each with its own twist.

Geopolitics

China food scandals: factories use smelly insoles, chemically bleached chicken feet to make snacks

South China Morning Post – World · China

A food factory in China has been exposed for making popular chicken feet snacks using chemicals in unhygienic conditions. The factory soaked the chicken in har…

Tech & Startups

Best Protein Bars (2026): Vegan, Gluten-Free, High Fiber

Wired · Global

What to prioritize, what to skip, when to enjoy—plus, we’ve selected WIRED's favorite bars worth trying.

Tech & Startups

I Learned More Than I Thought I Would From Using Food-Tracking Apps

Wired · Global

These apps, some of which use AI and computer vision, were helpful for meeting my caloric and nutrition intake goals. But they also gave me some anxiety.

Geopolitics

Marmite maker Unilever in talks to merge food business with US-based McCormick

The Guardian – World · Europe

Group, which also owns Dove and Hellmann’s, will focus more on personal care products if deal agreedUnilever, the owner of Marmite, Dove and Hellmann’s mayonna…

Geopolitics

The Downfall of a Food Icon

The New York Times – World · US

We look at how Noma, the restaurant that revolutionized fine dining, became a byword for toxic kitchen culture.

Geopolitics

Baking in rubble: Gaza woman keeps Eid traditions alive despite shortages

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Border closures and rising prices make Eid baking difficult in Gaza, but families persist to keep traditions alive.

Geopolitics

HelloFresh hit by sales slump as people lose appetite for meal kits

The Guardian – World · Europe

German food delivery firm’s share price has plummeted by 93% since 2021 boom during Covid lockdownsHelloFresh has reported a sharp decline in sales as the stru…

Geopolitics

The US$460 cake testing Malaysia’s sweet tooth and wallet: ‘even sultan would think twice’

South China Morning Post – World · China

A bakery in Malaysia’s Sarawak state has set tongues wagging with its premium cake offerings sold at eye-watering prices, as Muslims countrywide this week stoc…

Tech & Startups

DoorDash Reservations Scored America’s Most Exclusive Restaurants

Wired · Global

After the rise (and fall) of reservation scalping, DoorDash and a host of apps are fighting to book you a seat at the country’s most exclusive restaurants.

Geopolitics

London bars shun Margot Robbie’s gin over shellfish allergen concerns

The Guardian – World · Europe

Exclusive: actor’s Papa Salt gin to get oyster-free version after venues says it is ‘not worth the risk’ Margot Robbie said she “couldn’t wait” to see the arti…

Geopolitics

No gas, no problem: Ready-made meals and frozen foods take over Indian homes

Times of India – World · India

Middle East tensions are disrupting LPG supplies, pushing Indian households towards ready-to-cook meals and frozen snacks. Retailers report a significant surge…

Geopolitics

Global food supplies could be badly hit if Iran war drags on, says fertiliser boss

The Guardian – World · Europe

Yara’s Svein Tore Holsether says it would be ‘catastrophic’ if the strait of Hormuz was closed for a year The boss of one of the world’s largest fertiliser com…

Startups

Five Months in a Drum: The Fermentation Economy Behind Basti’s Vinegar

Your Story · India

Basti’s vinegar industry follows a slow fermentation process, producing traditional sirka used in everyday cooking and pickling.

Tech & Startups

I Regret to Inform You That You’re Using an Inferior Pour-Over Coffee Brewer

Wired · Global

The unique flat-bottom design of the Kalita Wave makes brewing exceptional coffee dead simple—especially if you can’t summon the rigor required to make perfect…

Startups

Balrampur’s pulses processing: Turning staple grains into everyday ingredients

Your Story · India

Balrampur’s pulses processing units turn chana dal into besan and wheat flour, supplying staple ingredients to kitchens across nearby districts.

Tech & Startups

My Moccamaster Delivers Drip Coffee Perfection

Wired · Global

It’s stylish and reliable—and you can pry my Moccamaster from my cold, dead hands.

Geopolitics

Mumbai’s beloved samosa and vada pav disappear from menus as LPG supply tightens

Times of India – World · India

Mumbai's beloved street food is facing an unprecedented crisis due to a severe shortage of commercial LPG cylinders. Popular eateries are struggling to operate…

Geopolitics

From 20 dishes to 15: LPG crunch trims Bengaluru wedding menus

Times of India – World · India

Bengaluru's traditional wedding feasts are being impacted by an LPG shortage, forcing caterers to reduce menu items and alter recipes. This crisis is affectin…

Geopolitics

US-Israel war on Iran: Indian homes stockpile electric stoves to beat gas crunch

South China Morning Post – World · China

Indian households are rushing to buy electric induction stoves, draining ⁠stocks online and in stores, ⁠amid fears of a potential cooking gas ⁠shortage tied to…

Tech & Startups

10 Best Meal Delivery Services, Tested by an Ex-Restaurant Critic

Wired · Global

Here are the best meal kits in 2026, from Martha Stewart’s meal kit to the best meal delivery on a budget.

Tech & Startups

AeroPress Coffee Is Superb When I’m Traveling, but I Use Mine Even When I Stay Home

Wired · Global

Its convenience can’t be beat in hotels, Airbnbs, and campsites, but AeroPress’ clever portable coffee maker is also excellent for a quick cup at home when a w…

Geopolitics

No dosa for now: Infosys trims food court menus across Bengaluru, Pune, Chennai campuses

Times of India – World · India

Infosys employees in Bengaluru, Pune, and Chennai face menu limitations and suspended live counters due to a commercial LPG shortage. Food courts are offering …

Tech & Startups

Pulling Espresso by Hand Is More Fun Than Pushing a Button

Wired · Global

A manual espresso machine proves the best coffee-brewing tech is sometimes analog.

Tech & Startups

Some People Are Too Sleepy to Make Fancy Coffee. For Them, There’s the Keurig K-Cafe

Wired · Global

If convenient coffee is what you seek, this coffee machine is worth every inch of counter space.

Geopolitics

How many days can cooked chicken stay in the fridge before it becomes risky to eat

Times of India – World · India

- TOI Lifestyle Desk is a dedicated team of journalists committed to curating lifestyle news with passion and expertise. - They cover fashion, travel, food, …

Tech & Startups

Your Espresso Machine Doesn’t Have to Be Fancy to Make Good Coffee

Wired · Global

A former barista explains why your espresso machine doesn't have to be fancy to make quality coffee.

Tech & Startups

The Moka Pot Is the Best Way to Brew Coffee (2026)

Wired · Global

Bialetti’s timeless design doesn’t just look good. It makes an incredible cup that’s perfect to keep you awake through the time change.

Geopolitics

China boy, 14, skilled in wok spinning, praised for cooking in parents’ eatery to help ease burden

South China Morning Post – World · China

A 14-year-old boy in eastern China has trended on social media after he helped out his under-pressure parents by skillfully cooking in their small noodle resta…

Geopolitics

How a Hyderabad man built a massive food distribution network while working 9-5

Times of India – World · India

A Hyderabad manager, Muhammad Aziz, dedicates his mornings for a decade to feeding the needy outside NIMS Hospital. What began with 30 packets has grown into …

Geopolitics

US agency did not perform safety checks of more than 100 food ingredients, analysis finds

The Guardian – World · Europe

Review of FDA records by the Environmental Working Group reveals firms are exploiting rule to send new chemicals in food systemMore than 100 substances widely …

Geopolitics

Foreigners flock to Chinese malatang eateries, host birthdays, believe rich soup is healthy

South China Morning Post – World · China

A growing global craze has seen foreigners flock to malatang restaurants to celebrate birthdays and go on dates. The trend has sparked widespread online sharin…

Geopolitics

UK must stockpile food in readiness for climate shocks or war, expert warns

The Guardian – World · Europe

Prof Tim Lang says country produces far less food than it needs to feed population and is particularly vulnerable The British government should be stockpiling …

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