AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoNutrition Research: In an eight-week controlled study, adults over 65 who cut ultra-processed foods to less than 15% of their calories improved blood sugar regulation, cholesterol and other health markers, even without extreme dieting. Restaurant Honors: Richmond, B.C.’s Baan Lao was named North America’s best restaurant at the 2026 World Culinary Awards, becoming the first Canadian winner; it also took Canada’s top honor for a third year. Thai Culinary Feat: Bangkok’s Anantara Siam Hotel set a Guinness record with 101.15 metres of mango sticky rice, made with visiting chefs and its culinary team. Chef Spotlight: Cory Barrett, owner of Barrett’s Quality Eats in Coralville, Iowa, won the Iowa Restaurant Association’s Chef of the Year award. Local Food Scene: Shreveport’s Food Prize paired local chefs with celebrity talent for a sold-out tasting competition, while Popeyes UK reported 50% revenue growth in 2025 and plans to expand to 150 locations.
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