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Scented bus shelter advertises new vegan cookbook
A scented bus shelter advert introduces the first cookbook by a popular cooking blog team.
No boil beer brewing saves water and reduces carbon emissions
The world’s largest brewer introduces its patent for brewing beer just below boiling temperature to reduce water consumption and CO2 waste.
Clear food packaging patch provides contamination alert
A new transparent material can tell smartphone users whether or not dangerous pathogens are present.
Researchers develop milk bottles made of antimicrobial bioplastic
Scottish startup is planning to release milk bottles made from an antimicrobial, biodegradable plastic alternative derived from crustacean shells.
Beetle inspired ultra-white paint alternative is edible
Researchers at the University of Cambridge studied beetle scales to develop an ultra-white, edible and eco-friendly coating material
Vertical farm aims to grow sustainable farm-to-table produce in Dubai
A new urban development in Dubai is introducing vertical farming that uses 90 percent less water than traditional farming methods.
Multi-keg switching tech changes beer kegs automatically
A new tech solution cuts waiting times and provides pub staff with useful data on their most popular beers.
Robot server delivers food in restaurants
A California startup has developed a robot that delivers food and clears tables in restaurants
Laser can create edible graphene electronics on food
Researchers have developed a technique that produces laser induced graphene on food, paving way for edible electronics.
World’s first plastic-free grocery aisle opens in Amsterdam
A Dutch grocery chain has installed an entirely plastic-free supermarket aisle to help shoppers cut down on plastic packaging.
AI algorithm predicts prices of produce based on freshness
A new pricing system uses deep learning algorithms and real-time data to price produce and reduce food waste.
App informs customers of restaurant noise levels
Restaurant and cafe goers can choose establishments based on loudness ratings provided by an app.
AI powered shopping trolleys automatically charge customers
New Zealand supermarket uses smart trolleys to recognize products and automatically charge customers.
EU project develops robotic cucumber harvester
The robot cucumber-picker is able to harvest ripe cucumbers without damaging them.
University launches full-tech wine consumer laboratory
The first augmented, virtual and sensory reality consumer lab is about to open in Canada.
Heat responsive label changes color when drink is too warm
Artisan gin distillery uses thermochromic ink on label to indicate when a bottle needs to be refrigerated or is ready to be drunk.
Dining chain opens recording studio inside London restaurant
Aspiring musicians can use the high-tech recording studio free of charge
Oral care drink lowers the risk of tooth decay
A non acidic drink has been developed to maintain a level of pH7 to help avoid tooth decay.
Beer cans offer drinkers discount codes for their ride home
Ride-sharing company launches a craft beer with discount codes printed on each can.
Restaurant allows diners to buy food and furnishings
Immersive shopping experience allows diners to purchase almost all the furnishings and tableware along with their meal
Edible coffee bars make a caffeine fix totally portable
Made from the entire coffee cherry, this new way of consuming coffee is also good for the environment.