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Maxibon and Barney Banana team up for a nostalgic new release

Pallavi MathurSeptember 16, 2026

Barney Banana is making another comeback, but not in the form most fans will remember. This time, the nostalgic freezer favourite has been folded into a Maxibon, combining banana-flavoured ice cream with choc biscuits and choc vanilla biscuit crumb. Barney Banana first launched in 1958 and has had a stop-start life on supermarket shelves ever since. Fan demand helped bring it back for limited-edition runs in 2009 and 2017, and the requests clearly never went away, with petitions, Reddit threads and comment sections still calling for another return. “Barney Banana is one of those products Aussies have an incredible amount of nostalgia for. We knew if we were going to bring him back, we had to do it in a way they wouldn’t expect,” said Peters Ice Cream Head of Marketing Andrea Hamori. This time, instead of simply re-releasing the original, Peters has paired it with Maxibon for what it says is a first for both brands. The new Maxibon Barney Banana features banana-flavoured ice cream between two choc biscuits, with the other end dipped in choc vanilla biscuit crumb. “Pairing that iconic banana flavour with Maxibon felt like the perfect way to give an Aussie favourite a new lease on life. We think longtime Barney fans are going to go bananas for it, while those meeting the Aussie icon for the first time might just discover a new freezer favourite. It might even turn the heads of a few banana deniers along the way,” Hamori said. The launch has already started making the rounds with food creators. @nickvavitiss called it the “perfect balance of choc and banana”, while @nectoriouspapi’s review has pulled in hundreds of comments from people keen to try it. Nostalgic food releases have been everywhere lately, with old favourites repeatedly returning in new formats. Research cited by the brand found 42% of consumers are motivated to try familiar favourites with a fresh twist. Maxibon Barney Banana is now rolling out nationwide in multipacks at Coles, Woolworths and independent grocery stores for RRP $5.60, as well as loose packs in petrol, convenience and impulse stores for RRP $11.50. For longtime Barney Banana fans, it is another chance to revisit a freezer classic. For everyone who missed it the first few times around, it makes for a a fairly chaotic introduction. Source: Wired Co. Find more food culture updates on Crumb Wire.

Domino’s launches new Nutella dessert range across Australia

Pallavi MathurSeptember 16, 2026

Domino’s latest range of desserts comes with a handsome helping of Nutella, owing to a new national partnership with Ferrero. The new Desserts Featuring Nutella range launches as part of Domino’s “Drop Everything, It’s Domino’s” campaign and pairs the spread with brownies, lava cakes and churros. The Desserts Featuring Nutella range includes: Chocolate Brownies with Nutella – 6 rich, hot choc fudge brownies served with Nutella. Chocolate Lava Cakes with Nutella – Oven-baked chocolate cake with a gooey middle and paired with Nutella. Churros with Nutella – 4 golden, crispy churros dusted with cinnamon sugar and drizzled with Nutella. The new collection is positioned as an add-on to pizza orders, a late-night dessert option or a standalone sweet treat. “We are delighted to be working with Ferrero to bring Domino’s and Nutella together for an unforgettable collaboration and take our dessert range to a whole new level,” said Domino’s Australia & New Zealand Chief Marketing Officer Dewald Du Plooy. “There aren’t many things better than finishing pizza night with something warm, chocolatey and indulgent, and adding Nutella makes these favourites even harder to resist. Whether you’re adding something sweet to your pizza order or dropping everything just for dessert, we think Australians are going to love this range, and we encourage everyone to pop into one of our participating stores for a free taste.” For Ferrero, the collaboration brings Nutella into a new eating occasion through Domino’s menu. “Nutella has a special place in the hearts of Australians, so we’re delighted to bring its unmistakable taste to another much-loved favourite,” said Kara Jones, Customer Director at Ferrero Australia & New Zealand. “We can’t wait for fans of Nutella and Domino’s to try the new range and discover a delicious new way to enjoy Nutella.” The partnership follows a busy week for Domino’s Australia, including the launch of its new “Drop Everything, It’s Domino’s” campaign, the return of the New Yorker Pizza Range and Coca-Cola joining Domino’s as its new nationwide drinks partner. To celebrate the launch, Domino’s will host free tasting sessions at select stores from September 18 to September 20. The tastings will take place at Domino’s Surry Hills in Sydney, Elizabeth Street in Melbourne and Queen Street in Brisbane. The Desserts Featuring Nutella range is available at Domino’s stores across Australia, starting from $6.50 pick up. Source: Speak Communications Find more food and drink news on Crumb Wire.

Australia’s first permanent Don Julio 1942 bar is opening in Perth

Pallavi MathurSeptember 15, 2026

Perth is getting a new hidden tequila bar, tucked inside Crown Towers and built around one of Don Julio’s most recognisable bottles. 42 by Don Julio opens inside TWR at Crown Perth on September 25, with just 35 seats and a drinks list focused on Don Julio 1942 tequila. Cocktails have been developed by international mixologists, while the food offering includes a 42 caviar experience, tuna tostadas and wagyu empanadas. “This is a venue where nightlife meets premium drinks and music and gives our guests not just another reason to visit, but another reason to stay a bit longer and explore something not available anywhere else,” said Crown Perth CEO Brian Pereira. “As we continue to evolve our food and beverage experiences, this venue further reinforces Crown’s position in Perth as a leading premium hospitality and entertainment destination, delivering unforgettable experiences.” The room has been designed as an intimate nightlife space, with lounge music and a more polished setting than a standard hotel bar. “Don Julio 1942 has become part of some of the world’s most memorable celebrations, from intimate moments through to landmark occasions,” said Diageo Marketing & Innovation Director Sarah Shimmons. “To launch this experience at Crown Perth, a destination renowned for delivering luxury experiences, makes this an incredibly special milestone for us.” Don Julio 1942 takes its name from the year founder Don Julio González began making tequila. The spirit is produced in small batches and aged for a minimum of two and a half years. Source: Thrive Find more dining out updates on Crumb Wire.

Krispy Kreme is giving away free doughnuts for its 23rd birthday

Pallavi MathurSeptember 15, 2026

Krispy Kreme is celebrating 23 years in Australia by bringing back its ‘Hip Hip Hooray’ giveaway on September 17. Customers can head into participating Krispy Kreme stores, say “Hip Hip Hooray” and receive a free Original Glazed doughnut, with no purchase required. Over the years, Krispy Kreme has kept up with food culture and lifestyle trends through a steady stream of limited-edition releases. The most recent example is its Classic Desserts collection, launched on September 2, which turns Tiramisu, Chocolate Mud Cake and Raspberry Lamington into doughnuts. The range is available until September 28. “We’ve been spreading joy across Australia for 23 years, a milestone we couldn’t have reached without the incredible Aussie community that has welcomed us into their everyday moments, big or small,” said Aimee Cutajar, Chief Marketing Officer at Krispy Kreme ANZ. “Our ‘Hip Hip Hooray’ festivities are our way of saying thank you to the fans who have been with us every step of the way. To show our appreciation, we’re treating everyone to a free, irresistible Original Glazed doughnut – it’s the perfect way to celebrate, connect and share a smile. So, gather your crew and head down to your nearest Krispy Kreme shop to join the celebrations!” For the birthday promotion, the offer is limited to one Original Glazed doughnut per person and is available while stocks last. The giveaway is running at participating Krispy Kreme stores nationwide, excluding South Australia and airport locations. Store trading hours vary by location. Find more food and drink news on Crumb Wire.

Mingle launches new Recipe Base range at Woolworths

Pallavi MathurSeptember 15, 2026

Mingle Seasoning is bringing a few very familiar weeknight dinners back to Woollies shelves. The brand has launched a new Recipe Base range at Woolworths featuring Chicken Alfredo, Curried Sausages and Beef Stroganoff, along with Marry Me Chicken, the creamy chicken dish that has become a social media staple in recent years. “The response from the public to our take on these classic dinners has been strong. We sold 6,000 Chicken Alfredo packets in one day when we launched online and are so excited to now see it on supermarket shelves,” said Mingle Founder Jordyn Evans. Each Recipe Base includes the ingredients and cooking instructions needed to make a family meal in around 30 minutes, with alternative protein and extra vegetable suggestions included on pack. The launch also sees the return of Mingle’s Beef Stroganoff Recipe Base, which first hit supermarkets in 2021 before being discontinued. “We first released our Beef Stroganoff in supermarkets in 2021 but unfortunately it was discontinued. We had a huge amount of enquiries from customers, which led to a campaign involving more than 400,000 people getting on board to help bring it back in September!” Evans said. Mingle says the range is aimed at making familiar comfort food easier to cook at home. Like the brand’s other products, the Recipe Bases contain no added sugar, no preservatives and no gluten. Four Mingle Recipe Bases are now available at Woolworths stores nationwide: Chicken Alfredo – RRP $4.50Curried Sausages – RRP $4.50Beef Stroganoff – RRP $2.60Marry Me Chicken – RRP $2.60 Source: Sunday Agency Find more food retail updates on Crumb Wire.

Maxibon and Barney Banana team up for a nostalgic new release

Domino’s launches new Nutella dessert range across Australia

Australia’s first permanent Don Julio 1942 bar is opening in Perth

Krispy Kreme is giving away free doughnuts for its 23rd birthday

Mingle launches new Recipe Base range at Woolworths

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