BitesWeLove Takes Home 'Best Snack Product' At the World Food Innovation Awards 2026
BitesWeLove, a Dutch snack company, was named ‘Best Snack Product’ at the 2026 World Food Innovation Awards for its caramel‑fudge protein bar. The brand, already stocked in major Dutch supermarkets, recently entered the UK market and used the awards platform to showcase its innovation. The winning bar stands out by delivering 20 g of protein, high dietary fiber, and a rice‑crispy texture that departs from the typical dense, chewy protein bars crowding the category. Judges praised its blend of taste and nutrition, noting it addresses a gap for consumers seeking both performance and indulgence. Company representatives highlighted the bar’s “completely different” texture and its appeal during recent talks with large UK retailers. They described the product as a “high‑protein, high‑fiber snack that feels like a treat,” underscoring the brand’s focus on marrying flavor with functional benefits. The accolade bolsters BitesWeLove’s retail expansion strategy, signaling to supermarkets that the brand can compete in the saturated protein‑snack segment. It also reflects a broader industry shift toward snack products that deliver health credentials without sacrificing enjoyment.
Thai Union Ingredients' Vision for Sustainable Upcycling
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Exploring the Future of Functional Nutrition with Synergy Flavours
The video spotlights Synergy Flavours’ showcase at Biter Foods Europe, where European Category Manager Chris Whiting unveils a GLP‑1‑compatible protein pudding and discusses broader functional‑nutrition trends. The pudding blends high‑quality protein, fiber, a vitamin‑mineral mix, and a Belgian chocolate or...
BitesWeLove Takes Home 'Best Snack Product' At the World Food Innovation Awards 2026
Dutch snack maker BitesWeLove captured the World Food Innovation Awards 2026’s Best Snack Product honor for its caramel‑fudge protein bar, signaling a breakthrough in the crowded protein‑snack segment. The award‑winning bar delivers 20 grams of protein, high fiber, and a light, Rice...
Popcorn Shed Expands Range with Gluten-Free Snack Packs in Five Dessert-Inspired Flavours
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Ambienta Backs Plant-Based Dairy Producer The Bridge to Accelerate European Growth
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Diageo Names John O’Keeffe as CEO and President for North America
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Pernod Ricard Completes California Wine Exits with Mumm, Kenwood Sales
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Sun Cruiser Expands RTD Range with White Tea and Vodka Line
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Lucky Energy Taps Into Nostalgia with Slush Energy Drink Launch
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How the Demands of the Growing Slushie Market Is Putting Focus on Flavour Architecture
The global frozen‑drink market is projected to grow from $600 million this year to nearly $1.2 billion by 2035, with slushies accounting for the majority of sales. New dispensing technology and modular flavor systems are turning slushies into a premium, customizable platform...
McVitie’s Expands Hobnobs Range with New Oaty Crunch Creams
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Beyond the Biofilm: Tackling Mould and Bacterial Contamination
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Tetra Pak Expands US Innovation Footprint with New Denton Product Development Hub
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KDP Secures Controlling Stake in JDE Peet’s, Appoints Rafael Oliveira to Lead Coffee Spin-Off
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