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The latest game-changing future food and drink trends and innovations, covering news, features and reviews. Verdict covers everything from novel cocktails and transformative dishes to the latest products and dining experiences, as well as the future food trends emerging today. Whether you’re a serious foodie, drinks fan or simply love a good meal, we’ve got you covered.
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25 Feb
MIT nanotech makes plant genetic engineering “universal”
MIT researchers have developed a genetic tool that uses nanotechnology to improve plant genetic engineering in a bid to improve resistance to tough conditions, such as drought or fungal infections.
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22 Feb
Biochemical modification could aid more resilient crops
Scientists have shown how plants can be modified to respond to their environment, aiding the development of crops that are more resilient in high-stress conditions.
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19 Feb
Time to turn vegan, as lab meat not a better alternative to farming
Lab-grown meat may not be the viable alternative to farming that loyal meat-eaters have hoped for, with the process creating even more greenhouse gases.
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22 Jan
Cricket protein crisps: Changing food culture, one bug bear at a time
“The interesting thing about crickets is that with animals you can only eat a small percentage of them, but with crickets, there are benefits in the whole thing – you can eat it whole.” Chirps, a cricket-based crisp and protein powder maker from the US is on a mission to change attitudes in the Western
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21 Jan
The future of food: What you’ll really be eating in 2029
A decade is a long time when it comes to the future of food.
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8 Jan
Genetically modified spicy tomatoes could lead to cheaper pain relief
Scientists are trying to create genetically modified spicy tomatoes in the hope of mass-producing the spice molecule found in chilli peppers – something that could, in turn, lead to cheaper over the counter pain relief.
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8 Jan
Impossible Burger plant-based meat upgrade to “eliminate the need for animals in the food chain”
Impossible Foods has announced the first major upgrade to its plant-based Impossible Burger that is designed to lure meat eaters away from animal-based meat by providing a near-perfect replica.
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3 Jan
Fighting food waste: Mobile food scanner is the kitchen gadget of the future
A mobile food scanner that determines whether fresh products are still safe to eat is set to become a common sight in the kitchens of the future due to its ability to combat food waste.
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24 Dec
How to get to sleep on Christmas Eve
Christmas Day can be exciting or stressful, but whether you are the designated chef and cooking up a feast, or plan to be busy opening presents, eating chocolates and watching favourite movies, you will benefit from a good sleep the night before.
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24 Dec
Five Christmas cocktails with candy cane gin
Christmas cocktails are a staple of the festive season, and if you’re looking for a seasonal but grown-up option, Eden Mill Candy Cane Christmas Gin is worth considering.
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14 Nov
What is palm oil, the product at the centre of Iceland’s ad controversy?
Frozen food retailer Iceland has hit the headlines this week after a television advertisement by the supermarket was banned for being “too political”.
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9 Nov
Wine on tap: Is it the future of wine service in the UK?
Wine on tap, a distribution method for wine instead of via a bottle, is known for its sustainability advantages, quality flavour and modern approach to long-term storage.
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8 Nov
Best vegan advent calendars: Our pick for 2018
The range of advent calendars now available is staggering, and when it comes to vegan and cruelty-free options, there are a host of choices.
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8 Nov
McDonald’s restaurants in the UK: The ten most reviewed on TripAdvisor
McDonald’s has over 1,270 restaurants in the UK, with over 600 of them operating on a 24/7 basis.
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1 Nov
World Vegan Day: Five ways tech is benefiting vegans
Today is World Vegan Day.
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1 Nov
World Vegan Day: Seven themes taking over the restaurant industry
World Vegan Day aims to promote the benefits of veganism for humans, animals and the environment.
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31 Oct
Six of the best UK restaurants to visit on Halloween
Darkness falls across the land, the midnight hour is close at hand, creatures crawl in search of blood and restaurants have some frightening fun.
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24 Oct
Alcohol-free gin: Five of the best drinks on the market
According to a survey by Office for National Statistics (ONS), 20.4% of UK adults say they do not drink alcohol, a 1.6% increase on 2005 statistics.
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22 Oct
Five food scandals that rocked the foodservice industry
No industry is without its scandals, from a national chicken shortage to a dodgy meat supply.
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19 Oct
Twisted Bar: When data analytics meet Piña coladas
Recently opened Twisted Bar is taking a novel approach to its cocktail menu.
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19 Oct
Bushmills’ Black Bush: A Northern Irish whiskey for everyone
Whiskey is not for the faint-hearted, but Bushmills’ Black Bush is a whiskey for everyone.
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18 Oct
Gin and tonic without the tonic: Quinine gin Orbium launched by Hendrick’s
Orbium, the latest release from Hendrick’s, is a quinine gin that promises the taste of a classic gin and tonic without the tonic.
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16 Oct
World Food Day: UK restaurants discard 900,000 edible meals daily
Research by food waste app company Too Good To Go has identified that nearly 900,000 edible meals will be binned by UK restaurants on World Food Day today.
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11 Oct
Mushroom coffee: Everything you need to know about the emerging trend
While fungus has been used in Chinese medicine for generations, coffee drinkers have only recently discovered its benefits, making mushroom coffee a hot trend right now.
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10 Oct
Future of food: Meals give way to snacks as on-demand comes to eating
The future of food is set to be snack-based, as regular meals are on the decline.
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8 Oct
Autonomous pizza robot makes 10 pizzas at once
A pizza-making robot that can make up to 10 pizzas at a time has been developed with assistance from a world-champion pizza chef.
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5 Oct
Alternative coffee trends: Four products driving the market
While coffee has many benefits, including its high antioxidant content, the drink also has many ‘side-effects’ such as interrupted sleep and a feeling of overwhelming anxiousness that has sent many people searching for coffee alternatives.
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4 Oct
A guide to National Vodka Day 2018: Where to go & what to drink
Thursday, 4 October marks National Vodka Day, a celebration of the world’s favourite spirit.
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1 Oct
World Vegetarian Day: Six of the biggest vegetarian trends of 2018
World Vegetarian Day, which lands on 1 October, promotes and celebrates vegetarianism.
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28 Sep
London Cocktail Week 2018: Eight must-visit pop-ups, masterclasses and workshops
London Cocktail Week returns to the capital for its ninth year.