FOOD & BEVERAGES

Comprehensive e-commerce platforms are the most popular channel to purchase imported wine and spirits, according to a survey conducted by HKTDC Research. But respondents also regularly bought wine and spirits from offline outlets such as liquor stores and duty-free shops. In fact, 41% of respondents said they had never purchased liquor online. More

Restaurants and bars worldwide have become a focal point for clusters of Covid-19 infections and are reeling from mandatory lockdowns and steep financial decline. With the concept of going out to drink under severe pressure, a new at-home cocktail brand has grown in popularity, providing the whole cocktail culture for the consumers of the new stay-at-home economy. More

A set of trial implementation rules released by the State Administration for Market Regulation on 26 November 2020 now applies to on-site verification in the registration of ‘special foods’, namely health foods and infant milk powder formula products. More

According to a survey conducted by HKTDC Research, the consumer desire for other imported alcoholic beverages, drinking accessories and related services is growing stronger and stronger. 27% of respondents are interested in purchasing alcoholic beverages other than wine and spirits in the coming. 37% of respondents were interested in using and participating in drinking-related services and activities in future. More