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On location in London, the hosts delve into emerging trends and spotlight the brands and entrepreneurs driving innovation in the food and beverage space. Their discussion offers a look at what’s gaining traction across the pond… and what may soon be making its way to the U.S. market.
In this Taste Radio conversation, host Ray Latif sits down with Adams Berzins, Innovation Project Manager at Ingredion, to discuss how the company is helping modern food and beverage brands navigate the evolving landscape of sweetness, formulation, and consumer expectations. With 20 years in the industry and deep expertise in sugar reduction, Berzins explains how [...]
The latest episode of Taste Radio’s Elevator Talk spotlights innovative leaders from Statesman Marinades, Harlem Baking Company, Häppy Candy, OKO and Sun Ghee. This week’s special co-host is Rifle Hughes, the co-founder of Integral CPG.
Hurray’s Girl Beer isn’t just another craft brand. It’s a calculated rebellion against an industry stuck in the past. Founder Ray Biebuyck explains how the brand’s satirical, female-forward positioning flips the script in a category that has long overlooked nearly a third of its audience: women.
In this Taste Radio Interview, host Ray Latif sits down with Scott Riefler, Chief Science Officer at SōRSE Technology, to discuss how the company is breaking barriers in cannabis-infused products. Riefler shares the story of SōRSE’s beginnings, its emulsion technology that transforms cannabis extracts into shelf-stable, water-compatible ingredients, and how this innovation led to the launch of [...]
Ten years ago, the idea of canned milk powering a fast-growing brand might have seemed far-fetched. And yet, Slate – which recently announced $23 million in fresh funding – has proven just how powerful a novel concept can be. The hosts also look back on an unforgettable meetup in San Francisco, where industry veterans, insiders, and early-stage founders came together in a high-energy atmosphere.
What separates beverage brands that break out from those that burn out? In this episode, industry veteran Ken Sadowsky – often known by his sobriquet, the “Beverage Whisperer” – offers a behind-the-scenes look at what’s working (and what’s not) in the fiercely competitive drinks industry.
The hosts dive into the sustained wave of protein-infused consumer products – from popcorn to mashed potatoes – and debate whether the market is approaching “protein fatigue” or merely scratching the surface of a macro trend driven more by marketing than science. They also recap Taste Radio’s high-energy meetup in San Diego, spotlighting several new [...]
The latest episode of Taste Radio’s Elevator Talk spotlights innovative leaders from Whole Moon, Solstice, Raya Fruit Water, Hawaiian Soda Co. and Elixir Shots. This week’s special co-host is Allison Ball, the founder & CEO of Food Biz Wiz.
Mike Lombardo, the co-founder of better-for-you iced tea brand Halfday, shares the journey of transforming a college side hustle into a fast-growing challenger brand. He opens up about the brand’s early missteps, how Halfday secured coveted shelf space at Whole Foods, partnered with one of New York City’s most influential distributors, and how a last-minute decision led to a major investment.