The Pantry
Long-form stories, profiles of innovative founders, and deep dives into the history and culture of iconic snacks.
Keurig Dr Pepper Splits into Two Companies for Coffee Focus
Keurig Dr Pepper is spending €15.
Ingredion Acquires Tate & Lyle for $3.7 Billion
Tate & Lyle shareholders are set to receive a 64% premium on their shares, as US rival Ingredion agrees to acquire the company for $3.7 billion in an all-cash deal.
McDonald's France swaps tartar sauce and cheese for mayo on McFish
In France, McDonald's serves a Filet-O-Fish that's missing its signature tartar sauce and slice of cheese, opting instead for plain mayonnaise.
Reduce Cabbage Odor with Roasting and Vinegar
Adding just one teaspoon of white vinegar to cooking cabbage can neutralize 60-70% of its notorious odor, offering a simple solution to a long-standing kitchen problem, according to disabled-world .
Cosmic Brownie Blizzard: Dairy Queen Secret Menu
You can now order a Dairy Queen Blizzard that tastes exactly like a Little Debbie Cosmic Brownie.
Hershey's s'mores program sees 9.28% sales growth
In 2025, consumers spent nearly $250 million on Hershey’s branded chocolate for s'mores, a 9% increase from the prior year, according to FoodDive .
Nestlé buys out yfood, boosting its healthy meal drink portfolio
Nestlé just paid $523 million to fully acquire yfood Labs, a ready-to-drink meal maker.
Death Wish Coffee Co. Powers Up With New High-Caffeine Blend
A single 6 oz. serving of Death Wish Coffee Co.'s new Power Surge blend contains approximately 210mg of caffeine, a staggering 20% more than their already potent Dark Roast and nearly triple that of a
J&J Snack Foods consolidates plants, eyes Q2 2026 distribution shifts
J&J Snack Foods, known for its iconic ICEE and Slushie Puppie machines, is closing three manufacturing plants across Georgia, North Carolina, and California by Q2 2026, while simultaneously investing
Taco Seasoning Pantry Hack for BBQ Pickles
To season pickles with taco seasoning, home cooks add one packet to the jar, seal, shake, and refrigerate for at least 24 hours.
Creatine Powers Cognitive Function in Emerging Research
New research in 2026 challenges decades of assumptions.
Mondelēz deploys AI to cut distribution center costs
Mondelēz International is halfway through a $1.
Ferrero Buys WK Kellogg Co. for $23 Per Share
Ferrero's U.S. sales surged from $300 million in 2017 to over $3 billion last year, a tenfold increase in just a few years, according to Food Dive . This expansion confirms a relentless push into the
Svedka Vodka taps AI for futuristic Super Bowl ad
For its 2026 Super Bowl debut, Svedka vodka's advertisement was produced and animated with artificial intelligence, marking a significant leap for brand marketing.
Soss Bros launches Spicy Creamy Soy sauce direct to consumers
On May 13, 2026, Soss Bros launched its new Spicy Creamy Soy sauce directly to consumers online, bypassing traditional retail.
Innovative donut & cocktail pairings for your boozy brunch
At a recent tasting, a vibrant matcha cocktail, usually a health drink, was surprisingly recommended as the perfect counterpoint to a classic glazed donut, reports Tasting Table .
Heartland Food to acquire Whole Earth Brands' Americas business
The sweetener aisle is set for a major consolidation in 2026 as Heartland Food Products Group acquires the Americas business of Whole Earth Brands, bringing iconic names like Equal, Whole Earth, and S
Bazooka Brands Shifts Supplier Strategy Amid Tariff Challenges
Bazooka Candy Brands, the iconic bubblegum maker, has ceased production of certain product lines and committed to refunding supplier tariffs.
What Is the History of Classic Snack Brands and Their Cultural Impact?
In 1955, visitors to Disneyland could grab a bite at Casa de Fritos, a restaurant dedicated solely to the corn chip.