Japanese firm launches madeleines made from thinned apples and upcycled cacao husks
The brand is owned by GOOD NATURE STATION, a multi-purpose commercial facility in Kyoto operated by BIOSTYLE Co Ltd, which is a subsidiary of Japanese conglomerate Keihan Group. Launched on January 29, the Thinned Apple Madeleines are a new addition to its GOOD CACAO series, a range of products made using upcycled cacao husks (outer
Increasing preference for snacks over meals in Asia spells diversification opportunities
According to data analytics firm Euromonitor International, busier routines re-emerging post-pandemic have sparked demand for “more convenient nutrition solutions” such as snacking, be it for a satiating meal replacement or a treat during social gatherings. “Healthy snacks have become a source of nutrition complementation, meal replacement, and satiation. Salty snacks and biscuits have been key
Juicing it up: Sun-damaged ‘ugly pears’ in South Korea given lifeline through upcycling
Since 2012, the cooperative has been working with pear farmers in Jinju city, South Gyeongsang Province to carry out contract cultivation on a total of 60ha of land. The pears from these farms are recognised both locally and internationally for high quality, having acquired the Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) certification and the first ISO 22000
Bake and brew: Japanese bakery company tackles food waste by upcycling bread crusts into craft beers
Founded in 1923, the bakery company started the Better life with upcycle brand in 2021 to tackle the food waste problem resulting from production. It released a sustainable craft beer made from bread crusts through an OEM from an external brewery in 2022, before establishing its own brewery last year. This move is part of
Mirailab Bioscience’s NMN supplements enter Singapore via Shopee at prices comparable to Japan
Said to be particularly popular among affluent consumers in Japan and China, the firm’s NMN products are also available in the US and UAE, where its official online store was launched in June 2024. On the back of these overseas expansions, Mirailab recently announced that it is partnering with Singapore distributor Global Ocean Distribution Pte
