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## [SIAL Paris 2026 Showcases Global Food Innovation](https://foodinstitute.com/focus/sial-paris-2026-showcases-global-food-innovation/)
Explore the biggest food innovation trends at SIAL Paris 2026, from alternative proteins and fiber-rich foods to global flavors and convenience.
[Chris Campbell](https://foodinstitute.com/author/chris-campbell/) | October 23, 2026
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## [Top 10 Wildest Holiday F&B Products of 2026](https://foodinstitute.com/manufacturing/top-ten-wildest-holiday-food-beverage-products-2026/)
Food and beverage brands are betting on bold flavors, eye-catching packaging, and social media buzz with 2026 holiday launches. The list of unique LTOs includes Hidden Valley Spooky Ranch, Oreo Candy Cane Puffs, and more.
Tess Owings | October 23, 2026
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Jeni’s spent five years developing an ice cream made with foraged acorns, but perfecting the recipe was the easy part. The brand’s innovation chief explains why sourcing the unusual ingredient proved so challenging.
[Anna Kinder](https://foodinstitute.com/author/anna-kinderfoodinstitute-com/) | October 22, 2026
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Toast’s new Voice of the Restaurant Employee Survey, released today, revealed rising restaurant worker satisfaction with benefits, while wages remain a key retention challenge. Employees also show openness to AI for scheduling and training.
[Kelly Beaton](https://foodinstitute.com/author/kelly-beatonfoodinstitute-com/) | October 22, 2026
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C-store foodservice is gaining ground as consumers increasingly prioritize fresh, fast and restaurant-quality options. MenuData breaks down the forces reshaping convenience retail and where the next opportunities for growth are emerging.
[Susan Choi](https://foodinstitute.com/author/susan-choifoodinstitute-com/) | October 22, 2026
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