Tourism Policy & Costs: A new wave of “visitor levies” is spreading, with England giving mayors power to impose overnight charges; the debate is familiar for hospitality and food operators, since fees can raise visitor costs even as cities argue they fund sustainability and local projects. Climate & Menus: Chefs are already adapting to El Niño disruptions, from shifting ingredients to reworking menus as droughts, floods and heat hit supply chains. Spain Tourism Targeting: Tenerife is running a familiarisation push aimed at higher-spending British and European travellers, spotlighting luxury stays, golf and gastronomy to move beyond pure sun-and-beach demand. Food & Drink Trends in Spain: Tequila consumption in Spain keeps climbing, with new “mezcaloteca” culture and more small-batch agave spirits gaining traction; meanwhile, World Poke Day coverage highlights salmon poke as a mainstream, health-forward bowl choice. Fresh Produce Deal: Torribas is integrating with Cádiz-based Finca El Tractor to expand sweet potato output and add rotation crops like carrots, broccoli and beetroot—aiming for steadier supply and longer production windows. Global Food Trade: Egypt’s food exports hit a record $5.128bn in Jan–Aug 2026, with Spain among the fastest-growing destinations (up 107%), driven by oils, feed and processed/pickled olives.