https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/785.html South Africa Retail news 15 Food & bev. services news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/785.html en-us Fri, 08 May 2026 02:42:22 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/what-mcdonalds-sas-new-cmo-plans-next-a-customer-first-digitally-driven-brand-625831a Stepping into the role of chief marketing officer at McDonald's South Africa comes with both opportunity and expectation. In a market defined by shifting consumer behaviour, rising competition and increasing digital adoption, the brand’s next chapter will be shaped by how effectively it connects with South Africans in their everyday lives. 1-267851 Wed, 06 May 2026 11:24:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/tropika-shakes-up-signature-flavours-with-limited-edition-ginger-beer-and-dr-mahlangu-958064a Tropika has partnered with one of South Africa’s most iconic artists, Dr Esther Mahlangu, to launch its new limited-edition flavour: ginger beer. 1-267754 Mon, 04 May 2026 10:24:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/winners-of-the-2026-sa-dairy-awards-392458a At the annual SA Dairy Awards, hosted at Nederburg in Paarl on 23 April 2026, the top honour of South African Dairy Product of the Year was awarded to Puglia Cheese's artisanal burrata, a fresh mozzarella-style cheese filled with cream and shredded curds (stracciatella). 1-267733 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:36:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/5-lessons-on-building-a-brand-at-scale-from-buttanutt-514660a ButtaNutt’s growth story is one of calculated risk and local focus. Founded in 2013, the business started with a single product: macadamia nut butter. Today, ButtaNutt is one of South Africa’s leading plant-based milk brands, with expansion into plant-based milks since 2020 and with consecutive triple-digit growth to match. 1-267726 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:09:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/platters-wine-guide-editor-philip-van-zyl-steps-down-after-28-years-847983a The Platter’s by Diners Club South African Wine Guide will see a major editorial change as long-serving editor Philip van Zyl steps down after 28 years at the helm. 1-267719 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:23:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/nothing-here-to-chuckles-over-says-woolworths-392728a Woolworths has dismissed media reports that its iconic Chuckles brand was at risk. The reports surfaced last week following reports that the product’s manufacturer had entered liquidation. 1-267673 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:45:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/sa-best-restaurants-and-chefs-vie-for-top-honours-at-restaurant-awards-2026-069415a Nominees for the third annual South Africa Restaurant Awards have officially unveiled, marking a key moment for the country’s rapidly evolving hospitality sector as it continues to gain both local and international recognition. 1-267627 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:27:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/this-is-your-way-burger-king-launches-star-wars-the-mandalorian-and-grogu-menu-847373a The special-edition menu and accompanying 360 global media campaign features collectible Mandalorian and Grogu mugs, eight collectibles figurines, custom content and special immersive store takeovers ahead of the film’s theatrical release on 22 May 1-267579 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:59:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/sas-largest-multi-partner-rewards-programme-rebrands-as-lifestyle-rewards-392238a Award winning loyalty programme Legacy Lifestyle has rebranded itself as Lifestyle Rewards. The new branding includes a redesigned website, a new mobile app and a seamless Tap & Earn solution that enables any credit or debit card to be linked to the programme. 1-267413 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:14:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/sip-for-a-cause-with-the-kolisi-foundation-new-campaign-514120a To mark its sixth anniversary, the Kolisi Foundation has teamed up with South African restaurants to introduce the First Cup Fund, an initiative aimed at supporting childhood development. From 9 April to 9 May 2026, buying a warm drink at participating venues nationwide, including Tiger’s Milk and Old Town Italy restaurants, will help fund programmes dedicated to daily nutrition, safe learning environments, and access to resources for young children. 1-267256 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:36:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa