AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoNonalcoholic Wine Boom: Wine makers are treating alcohol-free wine as a real category, driven by “no-alcohol moments” and fast-growing off-premise sales. Trade & Food Costs: California’s nearly $17B in exports to Canada faces new tariff pressure after the U.S.-Canada trade fight escalated, with dairy, agriculture and other food-linked sectors in the crosshairs. Caribbean Dining in the Spotlight: Aruba’s Caya House is positioning Caribbean-Latin flavors in a lush garden setting, leaning on regional seafood and stews. Restaurant Closures & Rebrands: Bahama Breeze’s last Georgia location is shutting down as Darden winds down the brand, while Grand Rapids’ Downtown Market sees a 13-year taco vendor exit replaced by a new GR Taco Shop concept. Hospitality Upgrades: Marriott has reopened a Puerto Rico property as a beach resort after a $38M overhaul, expanding food-and-beverage offerings with stronger local culture. Mexico Labor Reality: Mexico’s informal work rate rose to 55.1% in Q2 2026, underscoring how many food and beverage workers still lack protections. Clean-Label Ingredients: PATCO launched Starplex Nova™ emulsifiers to help food manufacturers meet evolving clean-label demands. Tourism Demand Shift: Canada is now the fastest-growing source of tourists to Costa Rica, boosting arrivals via key northern Pacific routes.
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