Plus, Bel’s BFY push, Sweets & Snacks, product reviews and the latest CPG Week͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ 
 
 
NoshMay 21, 2026
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Target’s Food-Forward Focus Brings Top Line Momentum

Target’s Food-Forward Focus Brings Top Line Momentum
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Target’s mission to become a grocery destination is well underway and is already showing positive momentum. 

Emerging brands far and wide – from the freezer aisle to the functional THC beverage set – have made their mass channel debut at Target since the start of the year and its proven to be a boost to the embattled retail business.

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⭐ Reviews: Mauna Loa and Little Sesame

⭐ Reviews: Mauna Loa and Little Sesame

Mauna Loa jumps on the pickle flavor craze with a new roasted macadamia nuts offering. Little Sesame unveils a refreshed line of hummus.

We are sharing our takes on taste and texture, packaging and positioning and opportunities for improvement.

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✨ The News You Need ✨

🧠 Peter McGuiness Offers A Peek Behind Bel’s BFY Snack Strategy

Bel North America’s acquisition of Ingenuity Foods – the makers of Brainiac and Little Brainiacs – earlier this month represents a first step toward creating a better-for-you snack platform. 

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🍬 Martin Starr, The Potash Twins Expand Candy Brand

Sweet Stash the gummy candy brand founded by actor Martin Starr alongside Adeev and Ezra Potash (a.k.a. “The Potash Twins”) – is growing its portfolio with two new SKUs.

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📰 Trending Headlines

Here’s a look at leading headlines from around the food industry. Go beyond the headlines with Insiders access.

  1. FoodStory Brands, UFC Enter Protein Bar Arena with Main Event

  2. Brami’s Velocities Surge 58% As VMG, Legacy Pasta Makers Buy In

  3. Kettle & Fire Taps RXBAR Veteran Sam McBride as CEO 

  4. B-Sides Locks In Seed Round, Scales Upcycled Supply Chain

  5. Steakholder Foods Brings 3D-Printed Plant-Based Meat to U.S. Retail

 

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🎙️ CPG Week: Big Bets on Beans and Bone Broth

Plus, Olipop Glows Up

Plus, Olipop Glows Up

This week on the podcast, Monica and Brad discuss Brami’s new funding, Olipop’s refreshed brand identity, Kettle & Fire’s leadership transition, and Danone’s plans to sell its stake in Lifeway Foods.

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