Food news july 2019

Here are some notable food news stories from July 2019:

  1. Plant-based meat alternatives go mainstream: In July 2019, Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods, two leading plant-based meat alternative companies, went public with initial public offerings (IPOs). This marked a significant milestone in the growth of the plant-based food industry.
  2. Amazon launches Amazon Fresh: Amazon launched its grocery delivery service, Amazon Fresh, in the United States, allowing customers to order fresh produce, meat, dairy products, and other essentials online and have them delivered to their doorstep.
  3. KFC launches vegan "Finger Lickin' Good" chicken: KFC, the popular fried chicken chain, launched a vegan version of its iconic chicken sandwich, made with a plant-based patty and served on a bun with lettuce, tomato, and vegan mayo.
  4. Starbucks introduces a new menu item: the "Unicorn Frappuccino": Starbucks launched a limited-time-only drink, the "Unicorn Frappuccino," a colorful and Instagram-worthy drink made with a blend of coffee, tea, and fruit flavors.
  5. Food delivery apps face scrutiny over labor practices: In July 2019, food delivery apps like Uber Eats, GrubHub, and DoorDash faced criticism over their labor practices, with some drivers claiming they were being treated unfairly and not receiving adequate compensation.
  6. New York City bans foie gras: New York City banned the sale of foie gras, a luxurious French delicacy made from the liver of ducks or geese, citing animal welfare concerns.
  7. McDonald's introduces a new menu item: the "McNuggets with a Twist": McDonald's launched a new menu item, the "McNuggets with a Twist," which featured a variety of sauces and seasonings, including a spicy Korean-style BBQ sauce.
  8. Food waste reduction efforts gain momentum: In July 2019, food waste reduction efforts gained momentum, with companies like Walmart and Kroger announcing plans to reduce food waste in their supply chains.
  9. The "TikTok food challenge" goes viral: The "TikTok food challenge," a social media trend where users share videos of themselves eating large quantities of food, went viral, with many users participating and sharing their own food challenges.
  10. Food safety concerns arise over romaine lettuce: In July 2019, food safety concerns arose over romaine lettuce, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issuing a warning about a possible link between the lettuce and a multi-state outbreak of E. coli infections.

These are just a few of the notable food news stories from July 2019.