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Fries with that potato patty? McDonald's opens first veg outlet 9/5/2012

US fast food giant McDonald's, famed for its beef-based Big Mac burgers, says it will open its first ever vegetarian-only restaurant in the world in India next year.

Restaurant revival around the corner 9/5/2012

Following a period of eating in rather than going out, business information analysts at IBISWorld anticipate a dining revival is just around the corner as consumers go back to gourmet ...

Safer food being served up in NSW 9/5/2012

Food safety standards in retail food and foodservice outlets across NSW have increased significantly in recent years.

Restaurant & Catering turnover continues to show industry resilience 9/5/2012

Retail trade data released recently by the ABS showed that turnover for restaurants and cafes was up 11.8 per cent on last year albeit closure rates for the industry at an all-time ...

Father's Day spending forecast to fall flat in 2012 8/29/2012

Expect dads to continue to be forgotten this Father's Day as families opt for cheaper gifts including gift cards, books and modest family dining, despite increasing consumer confidence. ...

Mental stigma? Workers less likely to claim for psychological illness 8/26/2012

Research has found workers are significantly less likely to claim GP visits for psychological illnesses on workers' compensation than they are for physical work-related injuries such ...

Collegiate millennials shape culinary trends of tomorrow 8/17/2012

As incoming college freshmen pack their bags for school this fall, many will be saying goodbye not only to family members but also to existing eating habits.

'Healthy' and 'natural' lead soft drink launches 8/15/2012

New product activity in soft drinks appears to be accelerating strongly again, with rising levels of global launch activity recorded by Innova Market Insights over the past two years ...

Double pay 'crippling small business' 8/15/2012

Independent senator Nick Xenophon will attempt to change workplace laws over double-time weekend wages he says are crippling small businesses that can no longer afford to stay open ...

Melbourne named world's most liveable city 8/15/2012

Melbourne has claimed gold as the world's most liveable city – with its thriving cafe and bar scene once again to the fore – but Sydney has lost its status as Australia's second most ...

Study finds eco-labels "overwhelming" for firms and customers 8/14/2012

The practice of eco-labelling may be on the brink of saturation point and is becoming as confusing for companies as it is for consumers, a major new study has warned.

Restaurant and catering turnover the bright spot in retail figures 8/8/2012

Retail trade data released recently by the ABS showed that turnover for restaurants and cafes was up 12 per cent on 2011, albeit with closure rates for the industry at an all-time ...

Feeling ginger: spice could manage diabetes complications 8/7/2012

Ginger, the common spice and ancient Asian remedy, could have the power to help manage the high levels of blood sugar which create complications for long-term diabetic patients, a ...

The real winners in Australia's battle against the bulge 8/7/2012

With spring just around the corner, business information analysts at IBISWorld say Australians are spending up big in an attempt to lose the winter wobble – investing over $2.5 ...

Truffle festival draws record fan numbers 8/1/2012

They're black, ugly, pungent and mouldy - and worth almost their weight in gold.

The rise and rise of private labels 7/25/2012

Currently accounting for just over one-quarter of total supermarket sales, business information research firm IBISWorld forecasts the share of private-label products will increase ...

Supermarkets are not just for groceries anymore 7/25/2012

Sales of prepared foods and ready-to-eat foods at retail will reach $32.45 billion in 2012, up 7.5 per cent from 2011, according to Prepared Foods and Ready-to-Eat Foods at Retail, ...

Consumer behaviour in wine selection a complex science 7/19/2012

The average consumer takes only forty seconds to pick a bottle of wine off the shelf. But what goes into making that decision?

Food processing sector indirectly affected by carbon tax 7/4/2012

The food processing sector accounts for only a small portion of carbon emissions and its contribution to overall emissions has fallen over the past two decades.

Alternative protein research to meet surge in global demand 6/27/2012