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Flavorist.com magazine featuring North America food and flavor regulatory news for October 16–31, 2026, including FDA, GRAS and food additive updates.

North America Food & Flavor Regulatory Roundup: October 16–31, 2026

North America Food & Flavor Regulatory News: October 16–31, 2026 United States, Canada & Mexico — food regulation, ingredient safety, flavor compliance, additives, labeling and manufacturing requirements The second half of October brought a dense run of regulatory activity across North America. The FDA clarified allergen labeling for coconut and

Flavorist.com magazine on a wooden table featuring October 2026 African food and flavor industry headlines, with cocoa, coffee, citrus fruits, shea nuts, and natural ingredients on the cover.

Africa Food & Flavor Industry Business News: October 1–15, 2026

October 1–15, 2026 | Industry Intelligence Report This roundup covers 32 commercially relevant food and flavor industry stories from across Africa (North, West, East, Central and Southern) published between October 1 and 15, 2026. It focuses on food and beverage manufacturing, flavor innovation, natural ingredients, specialty crops, agribusiness investment, acquisitions,

black cat frappuccino flavor blended beverage blackout cookie from starbucks

Black Cat Frappuccino Flavor 2026: Starbucks' Halloween Drink Brings Chocolate Cake, Brownie Notes and Global Flavor Innovation

October 31, 2026 | Beverage News, Seasonal Flavors & Innovation Starbucks' Black Cat Frappuccino has emerged as one of Halloween 2026's most talked-about seasonal beverages, combining indulgent chocolate flavors with playful black-cat-themed presentation. Launched October 22 in select U.S. coffeehouses, the limited-edition beverage

EU Flavour Regulation (EC) No 1334/2008, highlighting solvent limitations, flavouring categories, natural flavouring substances, labeling requirements, and regulatory compliance for flavorist

International Considerations: European Union — Regulation (EC) No 1334/2008, What Flavorists Need to Know, according to the Society of Flavor Chemists

This guide is intended for those preparing to take the qualification examination/interview conducted by the Society of Flavor Chemists, in accordance with the organization's syllabus. SFC Certification PreparationPrint / Save as PDFStudy guide for the Society of Flavor Chemists (SFC) syllabus International Considerations: European Union — Regulation (EC) No

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Europe Food & Flavor Industry Business News — October 1–15, 2026

Europe Food & Flavor Industry Business News — October 1–15, 2026

This edition covers commercially significant European food and flavor industry news published between October 1 and October 15, 2026, inclusive. It focuses on investments, acquisitions, manufacturing expansion, food ingredients, flavor innovation, functional nutrition, natural products, and emerging regional businesses. Laws and regulations are excluded. Geographic coverage: United Kingdom, Germany, France,

Colorful Halloween Jello shots in red, green, blue, purple, and orange, decorated with gummy eyeballs, candy corn, berries, and citrus, arranged on a spooky party table with pumpkins and cand

Jello Shot Recipe 2026: Halloween Trends, Easy Recipes and the Rise of Gourmet Cocktail Jellies

October 29, 2026 | Flavor Trends, Beverage Innovation & Recipes With Halloween weekend almost here, the jello shot recipe is having a moment. Home entertainers are looking for colorful party ideas, unusual flavor pairings and better-looking presentations. Jello shots used to mean college parties. Now they're being treated

Dr Pepper Ice Cream Float new flavor 2027 concept image featuring Regular and Zero Sugar soda cans beside a vanilla ice cream float with caramel, butterscotch and whipped cream.

New Dr Pepper Flavor 2027: Ice Cream Float Brings Vanilla, Caramel and Butterscotch to the Classic Soda

October 29, 2026 | Beverage News & Flavor Innovation Dr Pepper has a new flavor on the way, and it leans hard into the soda fountain. Dr Pepper Ice Cream Float, scheduled for nationwide release in February 2027, blends the brand's signature 23-flavor profile with vanilla ice cream

South America Food & Flavor Industry Business News Report: October 1–15, 2026

South America Food & Flavor Industry Business News Report: October 1–15, 2026

October 1–15, 2026 | Flavorist.com Industry Intelligence Geographic coverage: Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, Uruguay, Paraguay, and neighboring South American markets. This report presents significant business developments published between October 1 and October 15, 2026. The selection emphasizes investments, acquisitions, manufacturing expansion, natural ingredients, product innovation, specialty foods,

Bright blue raspberry slushie surrounded by blue raspberry candies, berries, and flavor ingredients illustrating how blue raspberry flavor is made.

What Is Blue Raspberry Flavor Made Of? The Science Behind the Bright Blue Taste

Blue raspberry is one of America's most recognizable candy and beverage flavors. But what exactly is it made of—and why does it taste nothing like the raspberries growing in your garden? From frozen slushies and sour gummies to sports drinks and energy beverages, blue raspberry has become

Asia Food & Flavor Business Roundup: October 1–15, 2026

Asia Food & Flavor Business Roundup: October 1–15, 2026

Oct 28, 2026 The first half of October brought two sizeable deals in India and Singapore, new processing capacity in Malaysia, Vietnam and China, and a steady run of ingredient distribution agreements across Southeast Asia. This roundup covers 21 announcements published between October 1 and 15, 2026, chosen for their

Dairy Queen holiday Blizzard treats featuring Peanut Butter Blossom and Peppermint Bark flavors, with DoorDash delivery information for 2026.

Dairy Queen DoorDash 2026: New Holiday Blizzard Flavors, Delivery Options, and the Latest DQ Deals

FOOD DELIVERY & FLAVOR INNOVATION NEWS | OCTOBER 28, 2026 Dairy Queen is attracting fresh attention as consumers search for “Dairy Queen DoorDash,” coinciding with the announcement of two seasonal Blizzard flavors and new holiday promotions. On October 26, 2026, Dairy Queen unveiled its Holiday Cookie Swap Blizzard Treat Collection, featuring

Dunkin' Cookie Butter holiday drinks returning November 4, 2026, featuring Cookie Butter lattes, cold foam, and cookie crumbles.

Dunkin' Cookie Butter Flavor Returns November 4, 2026: Six Holiday Drinks Bring Back the Fan-Favorite Taste

FLAVOR NEWS & BEVERAGE INNOVATION | OCTOBER 28, 2026 Dunkin' has officially confirmed the return of its popular Cookie Butter flavor for the 2026 holiday season, with six cookie-inspired beverages arriving nationwide on November 4. The announcement, made October 28, introduces an expanded lineup featuring Cookie Butter lattes, hot

Flavor Emulsion Technology: A Comprehensive Training Manual for Flavorists, Food Scientists, and Product Developers

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Flavor Emulsion Technology: A Comprehensive Training Manual for Flavorists, Food Scientists, and Product Developers

Flavor Emulsion Technology is a comprehensive professional training reference devoted to the science, formulation, processing, stability, analysis, and practical application of flavor and food emulsions. Designed to take readers from foundational principles through advanced troubleshooting and real-world application, this book brings together the scientific knowledge and practical reasoning required

Stainless steel slow cooker filled with savory beef stew, surrounded by pulled pork, chicken chili, vegetable curry, fresh herbs, and ingredients for flavorful slow cooker meals.

Slow Cooker: The Comeback of Low-and-Slow Cooking and a New World of Savory Flavor Opportunities

FEATURE ARTICLE | FOOD TRENDS, CONSUMER INSIGHTS & SAVORY FLAVOR INNOVATION | OCTOBER 2026 The slow cooker is having a moment again, and this time, it is about more than convenience. From hearty slow cooker beef stew and tender pulled pork to globally inspired chicken dishes, plant-based curries, and high-protein

North America Food & Flavor Industry Business News Report: October 1–15, 2026

North America Food & Flavor Industry Business News Report: October 1–15, 2026

United States, Canada & Mexico Coverage: Food manufacturing, flavor houses, ingredients, beverages, natural and organic products, retail, innovation, investment, acquisitions, and regional market developments. This report brings together 36 significant business developments published between October 1 and October 15, 2026, inclusive. The selection emphasizes news that food and flavor professionals

Best Fritos flavor ranking 2026 featuring Original, Lightly Salted, Flamin' Hot, Chili Cheese, Scoops, Bar-B-Q, and Honey BBQ Flavor Twists.

Best Fritos Flavor Ranking 2026: All 7 Flavors Ranked From Worst to Best

FOOD & FLAVOR NEWS | OCTOBER 27, 2026 Which Fritos flavor is actually the best? A new round of snack-food coverage has put that question back in the spotlight, and the answer may surprise fans of bold seasonings. On October 26, 2026, The Takeout published a follow-up article declaring

OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom)

OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom)

Hazard Communication Standard: Labels and Pictograms, released by OSHA OSHA3636OSHA3636.pdf343 KBdownload-circle Below is a Comprehensive Study Guide for Flavor Chemists — Society of Flavor Chemists (SFC) Syllabus 1. Introduction: Why OSHA HazCom matters in the flavor industry The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is a U.S. federal

Text: McDonald's five new holiday drinks for 2026, featuring Frosted Cranberry Splash, Red Bull Frosted Cranberry Energizer, Cookie Butter Frappé, Latte, and Iced Coffee.

McDonald's New Holiday Menu Items 2026: Five Festive Drinks Bring Cranberry, Cookie Butter and Red Bull to McCafé

BREAKING FOOD & FLAVOR NEWS | OCTOBER 27, 2026 McDonald's is getting an early start on the 2026 holiday season with five new limited-time beverages that combine traditional festive flavors with modern drink trends. Announced on October 27, 2026, the new McDonald's holiday menu includes two

SUPERPRETZEL Bavarian Soft Pretzel Buns inspired by Burger King’s Game Day Pretzel Burger, launching at Kroger November 1, 2026.

SUPERPRETZEL Burger King Bun Release 2026: Famous Pretzel Burger Buns Are Coming to Grocery Stores

FOOD & FLAVOR NEWS | OCTOBER 27, 2026 The soft pretzel bun that helped make Burger King's Game Day Pretzel Burger a talking point this fall is getting a second life outside the restaurant. SUPERPRETZEL is releasing its Bavarian Soft Pretzel Buns in grocery stores beginning November 1, 2026,

“New Pop-Tarts Liquid Death Squeezed to Death Frosted Orange toaster pastries featuring orange filling and white frosting, launching November 2026

New Pop-Tarts Flavor 2026: Liquid Death Frosted Orange Brings Citrus Soda Flavor to Toaster Pastries

BREAKING FOOD & FLAVOR NEWS | OCTOBER 27, 2026 Pop-Tarts has announced a surprising new flavor for November 2026, and this time the inspiration comes from the beverage aisle. On October 27, Pop-Tarts and Liquid Death unveiled Squeezed to Death Frosted Orange, a limited-edition toaster pastry inspired by

Review: Key Aroma-Active Components in Roast Mutton

Review: Key Aroma-Active Components in Roast Mutton

Summary This study identifies 24 odor-active compounds (OAV > 1) in mutton skewers roasted at 200 °C for 6 min. A model aroma built from them matched the real meat on all six sensory attributes. The data are useful, but the reporting has inconsistencies that limit how far the

DEA Regulations and Their Relevance to the Flavor Industry

DEA Regulations and Their Relevance to the Flavor Industry

Society of Flavor Chemists (SFC) — Syllabus Study Guide | October 2026 The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is relevant to the flavor industry because certain aroma chemicals, flavor ingredients, solvents, and natural-product constituents are also regulated as chemicals that could be diverted for illicit drug manufacturing. A flavor chemical can be

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Pre-order: The Flavorist's Mint Compendium

Pre-order a digital copy of the book now to save 30%. The book in pdf format will be released on Oct. 30, 2026. Buy now The Flavorist's Mint Compendium, a rare content-rich source book featuring 29 chapters, seven appendices, and approximately 700 pages, prepared by flavorist.

Culver's Pumpkin Pecan Flavor of the Day featuring creamy pumpkin frozen custard with toasted pecans, celebrating National Pumpkin Day on October 26, 2026.

Culver's Flavor of the Day Today, October 26, 2026: Pumpkin Pecan Takes Center Stage Nationwide

CULVER'S • FROZEN CUSTARD & FLAVOR NEWS Food & Flavor News · October 26, 2026 Culver's Flavor of the Day Today, October 26, 2026: Pumpkin Pecan Takes Center Stage Nationwide Looking for Culver's Flavor of the Day today? On Monday, October 26, 2026, the featured nationwide