Swizzels has added six products to its vegan sweet range in honour of Veganuary 2023 – which is set to be the diet challenge’s biggest year yet. With demand for vegan alternatives growing, Swizzels hits the sweet spot between indulgence and the diet’s healthy perception.

Oumph! is celebrating Veganuary 2022 with its ‘Adopt a Carnivore’ campaign, challenging plant-based eaters to adopt a carnivore for the month of January. Not only does the move demonstrate the continuous growth of Veganuary but it also shows how brands are re-focusing New Year's resolutions as fun.

Food company Barilla is spearheading the passive cooking trend off the back of the cost of living crisis. Its smart home device is changing the way consumers engage with food prep, enabling them to save money on their household gas bills while encouraging the adoption of sustainable cooking habits.

Britons are treating themselves to their favourite foods and snacks for a sense of indulgence and solace amid a testing cost of living crisis. Canvas8 spoke to eight people to find out when and why they indulged in comfort foods, and to talk about their attitudes towards ‘guilty pleasures’.