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Starbucks sells majority stake in China business to Boyu Capital
Starbucks will sell a majority stake in its $13 billion China business to Boyu Capital under a landmark joint venture.
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PepsiCo unveils science-led protein portfolio featuring Propel, Muscle Milk and Starbucks innovations
PepsiCo has announced three protein-led innovations across its beverage portfolio, signalling a strategic shift from protein quantity to outcome-driven functionality. Launching in early 2026, Propel Clear Protein, reformulated Muscle Milk and Starbucks Coffee + Protein are each tailored to specific consumer occasions, combining scientific formulation with everyday convenience.
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Starbucks Protein Lattes: new high-protein drinks hit US stores
Starbucks is entering the functional beverage space with Protein Lattes and Protein Cold Foam drinks in the US, providing up to 36 grams of protein per grande and a range of flavours from Vanilla to Banana Cream Matcha.
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Starbucks closing stores in US and UK as part of major global restructure
Following a strategic review of its coffeehouse portfolio, the global coffee chain has announced plans to close stores in the US and UK and cut 900 US jobs.
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Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte returns to US for 2025 with new pecan oatmilk drinks
Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte returns on 26 August 2025, accompanied by the new Pecan Oatmilk Cortado, returning seasonal drinks, and autumn food items.
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Starbucks releases new limited-time Firework Frappuccino for Fourth of July
Starbucks celebrates Independence Day with a bold, colourful Firework Frappuccino available across US stores for one week only.
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Starbucks ends non-dairy milk surcharge ahead of new holiday menu launch
Starbucks will eliminate the surcharge for non-dairy milk customisations, making plant-based milk options more accessible from 7 November.
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Feeding America launches new challenge to address food insecurity
Feeding America's Food Rescue Challenge will directly address the heightened levels of food insecurity across the US by encouraging increased levels of food rescue.
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Denny’s hires new Chief Operating Officer
Denny’s has appointed restaurant veteran Alex Williams as its Senior Vice President, Chief Operating Officer.
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Starbucks partners with DoorDash
Coffee giant Starbucks has partnered with DoorDash to expand its delivery service across the US.
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Recall roundup: This week’s food recalls from the UK and US
This week’s roundup includes undeclared allergens and a pathogen causing numerous food and drink recalls in the UK and US.
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Plant-based products profiting
New data has revealed that plant-based food retail sales have increased greatly in the last year, with some plant-based products outselling their conventional counterparts.
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60 Second News – 11 March 2022
The New Food editorial team give you your rapid food and beverage update in just 60 seconds.
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Major food and drink companies boycotting Russia
As Russian militants continue their war on Ukraine, many companies – including big names from the food and drink industry – have started to boycott Russia. Here's a round up of who has so far...
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ProVeg urges Starbucks to make plant-based milks free
ProVeg's call comes after Starbucks recently announced new goals for reducing its environmental impact, as it claims climate-conscious consumers should not be charged extra.
