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Infographic explaining Canadian flavour regulations, including organic standards, CFIA meat-containing flavours, CFCS Volume 9, and Canadian flavour labelling requirements.

Canadian Flavour Regulations: Comprehensive Study Guide for Flavor Chemists

Society of Flavor Chemists (SFC) syllabus • January 2026 edition • Canadian regulatory requirements reviewed November 2026 This study guide covers the four Canadian regulatory topics identified in Section III, Flavor Regulations – International Considerations, of the Society of Flavor Chemists syllabus (January 2026). It addresses the regulations and their effect on flavour

Flavorist.com food and flavor industry magazine cover for October 16–31, 2026, displayed on a wooden table with tropical fruits, spices, beverages and baked goods.

North America Food & Flavor Industry Business News Report: October 16–31, 2026

North America Food & Flavor Industry Business News Report October 16–31, 2026 | United States, Canada & Mexico Scope: Significant business developments relevant to flavor manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, food and beverage producers, product developers, distributors, retailers, and natural or specialty food companies. This report draws on reporting and announcements from

Medical illustration showing energy drink cans beside a human heart, ECG heartbeat monitor, stethoscope, and warning symbols, representing research into energy drinks, heart prob

Energy Drinks and Heart Problems: New 2026 Research Raises Concerns About Cardiac Arrest and Heart Attack Risk

November 2, 2026 | Health News, Beverage Safety & Industry Research Energy drinks are under renewed scrutiny after new research linked highly caffeinated beverages and stimulant-containing supplements to disproportionate reports of serious cardiovascular events, including cardiac arrest, heart attacks and abnormal heart rhythms. The findings, announced by the American Heart

Ai-generated image of Popeyes Cajun Onion Rings returning in 2026, featuring golden, crispy, Cajun-seasoned onion rings in an orange Popeyes-branded box with creamy dipping sauce.

Popeyes Cajun Onion Rings Return in 2026: The Crispy, Spicy Fan Favorite Is Back After a Decade

November 2, 2026 | Fast Food News, Flavor Trends & Product Innovation Popeyes is bringing back one of its most requested sides. Cajun Onion Rings returned to participating U.S. restaurants on November 2, 2026. The onion rings disappeared from much of the chain's American menu more than a

Mondelez acquisition of Undercover Snacks featuring chocolate-covered quinoa crisps as part of its better-for-you snacks expansion

Mondelēz to Acquire Undercover Snacks in Push Toward Better-for-You Snacks

Mondelēz International, the maker of Oreo, Chips Ahoy!, Ritz and Triscuit, will take a majority stake in Undercover Snacks. The deal adds a fast-growing gluten-free brand to its better-for-you snack portfolio. The company announced the Undercover Snacks acquisition on Friday. Financial terms were not disclosed, and

Thanksgiving 2026 celebration featuring roasted turkey, November 26 holiday date, Macy's 100th Thanksgiving Day Parade, rising travel costs, and Walmart and Target dinner deals.

Thanksgiving 2026: Date, Rising Travel Costs, Turkey Deals, Macy's Parade and Latest Holiday News

Thanksgiving 2026 is approaching fast, with major retailers announcing affordable holiday dinners, travelers facing higher airfare, and New York City preparing for the historic 100th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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

Six upcoming events are listed on the Society of Flavor Chemists calendar

Six upcoming events are listed on the Society of Flavor Chemists calendar

Six upcoming events are listed on the Society of Flavor Chemists calendar. 1. CSA Chicago Roundtable & SFC Meeting (482nd SFC Meeting) — Tue, Nov 3, 2026 (Rosemont, IL) * Venue: Doubletree Chicago O'Hare Rosemont, 5460 N. River Road, Rosemont, IL 60018. * SFC meeting: 3:00–6:00 pm. * Schedule:

DNA blood test for early cancer detection showing breast and prostate cancer screening research and potential risk identification up to eight years before diagnosis.

DNA Blood Test Could Detect Cancer Up to 8 Years Before Diagnosis, New Study Finds

DNA cancer screening, early cancer detection blood test, liquid biopsy, cell-free DNA, DNA methylation, breast cancer screening, prostate cancer blood test, cancer detection breakthrough 2026.

McDonald’s McRib lawsuit 2026 editorial illustration featuring a BBQ pork sandwich with pickles and onions, a judge’s gavel, and scales of justice.

McDonald's McRib Lawsuit 2026: Meat & Flavor Controversy

McDonald's McRib lawsuit, McRib ingredients, McRib lawsuit 2026, McRib meat controversy, McDonald's BBQ pork sandwich, McRib flavor, food labeling lawsuit

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

Book: Ready for Calculus

Book: Ready for Calculus

Does your middle or high school student plan to take AP Calculus? This book gives him or her the targeted preparation they need to excel—long before they step into the classroom. This 187-page digital book is designed to prepare average high school students for the rigors of AP

Pre-order the Flavor Buyer's Handbook Will be Here on Dec. 30, 2026

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Pre-order the Flavor Buyer's Handbook Will be Here on Dec. 30, 2026

Editor's note: Many have tried hard to find a flavor buyer's book but with no luck—until now. A brand-new Flavor Buyer's Handbook, which runs in more than 400 pages in PDF format, will be released by flavorist.com on Dec. 30, 2026.

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