


Blue Stripes products utilize the whole cacao pod, from bean to juice to shell. Next year, sales are projected to triple, says CEO Oded Brenner. The startup’s entire product line debuted in Whole Foods in May 2022 and the company is finishing out its first, partial year in business with $4.5 million in sales. Not every company’s new upcycled food has tickled my tastebuds this year, but here’s a standout: Blue Stripes Urban Cacao, whose investors include Hershey Co. Since the Upcycled Food Association’ s inception in 2019, the trade group reports that its membership has grown to 255 food producers, and its member companies have diverted nearly a billion pounds of food waste. The enterprising food companies in this space are hoping to make at least a small dent in the massive problem of food waste by making use of the byproducts of food production, as well as leftover plant and animal parts (think crispy fish skins) and imperfect produce. Upcycling, a sort of culinary alchemy that turns food waste into edible gold, is one of the most encouraging environmental trends in Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG). Prize winning business and health care journalist who writes about the future of food, sustainability and plant-based eating. Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Whether seeking a relaxing evening with friends, or requiring a strong morning pick-me-up, the new Max Brenner menu guarantees to add an exciting twist to every visit with menu items that are set to become a beloved part of the infamous Max Brenner experience.įor further information about Max Brenner, locations or to visit the online Chocolate Shop, please visit or the Facebook page for regular updates.Upcycling: Hershey-Backed Blue Stripes Makes Cacao Products From The Shells And All Ī new addition to Max’s beloved array of hot chocolates is the lusty Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate, a Max Brenner reinvention of the famous salty, sweet icon made more desirable with an infusion of Max’s own smooth melted chocolate. A giant praline meringue puff stuffed with vanilla ice cream, topped with strawberries and caramelised pecans it will take you on a journey of flavours and textures that evolve with every bite.įor busy people who need that irreplaceable chocolate fix quick, a wider pastry selection that can be easily taken to-go includes the scrumptious Orange Poppy Seed Log (rrp $5.50). Perfect for the summer months (or any month!), the Praline Meringue Puff Extravaganza (rrp $14) is impossibly addictive. With a foundation of rich chocolate sponge drenched in smooth milk chocolate syrup, topped with ice cream, whipped cream and sprinkles this delicious mess is served straight from the tin. Too mischievous to keep to oneself is the new Chocolate Mess to Share (rrp $19.90). Here are just a few to whet your appetite. The new menu includes some delicious new treats. “Australian palates are constantly evolving and changing so it’s important that we stay ahead of trends by bringing new experiences to our customers while celebrating traditional Max Brenner favourites.” says Max Brenner General Manager, Yael Kaminski. Ever aware of their customer’s evolving needs, the new menu includes options for the ‘Mini Max’, the younger generation of chocolate lovers and includes items made without nuts or flour. This Winter, Max Brenner is revamping its truly addictive chocolate menu with new spoils for chocolate lovers nation wide. Fuelled by feedback from loyal chocoholics, The Bald Man has been busy crafting some outrageously tasty new treats including artistic desserts, delicious pastries, and decadently rich milkshakes and sweet pick me ups for those on the go. There is nothing better than a warm chocolate dessert or drink this Winter and you can get both a Australia’s leading chocolate-based café, Max Brenner Chocolate Bar.
