The Food Intelligence Podcast Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-food-intelligence-podcast The Food Intelligence Podcast is a show from Tastewise, where we talk to innovators and leaders in the food and beverage industry to learn how they grow brands and build amazing businesses. Our mission with this show is to share valuable advice with other Go-To-Market professionals in the food industry and learn as much as we can in the process. © 2024 Tastewise 6d579e83-29bb-55a2-9740-96a9a7e61be7 yes en Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:47:44 -0500 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:48:03 -0500 https://tastewise.io https://img.transistorcdn.com/aKQIpcfS378WlIlosn3rS7bH8np2WuY2ZPrnRbrE_Sw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzIwMjI3LzE2OTU3/NjUwMjQtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg The Food Intelligence Podcast https://tastewise.io episodic Tastewise The Food Intelligence Podcast is a show from Tastewise, where we talk to innovators and leaders in the food and beverage industry to learn how they grow brands and build amazing businesses. Our mission with this show is to share valuable advice with other Go-To-Market professionals in the food industry and learn as much as we can in the process. The Food Intelligence Podcast is a show from Tastewise, where we talk to innovators and leaders in the food and beverage industry to learn how they grow brands and build amazing businesses. food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing Tastewise No No SPECIAL EPISODE: How CPG food & beverage teams are prioritizing marketing spend, with exclusive PwC research 64 64 SPECIAL EPISODE: How CPG food & beverage teams are prioritizing marketing spend, with exclusive PwC research full 9b3a5a29-a767-4038-81cf-aceb4178e537 https://share.transistor.fm/s/80b7dadd Marketing budgets in food and beverage are growing - but so is pressure to prove ROI.

In this episode of the Food Intelligence Podcast, Tastewise CRO Jacques Botbol is joined by Valerie Davidov of Strategy& (PwC) to unpack the findings from a deep-dive study into CPG F&B marketing strategy and budget allocation through 2028. Theirconversation explores how marketing leaders are making tradeoffs today: where budgets are increasing, where spend is being reallocated, and why CFOs are demanding clearer ROI, faster execution, and better use of data.

Key topics include:

  • Why F&B marketing spend is projected to grow from ~12% to ~16% of revenue
  • How the mix is shifting toward digital, marketing tech, and automation
  • The tension between rising expectations and fragmented data
  • What “real-time marketing” actually means for brand and category teams
  • Why many teams underutilize tools — and what drives real adoption
  • How AI is reshaping decision-making, not just efficiency

This episode is especially relevant for brand leaders, category managers, and marketing executives planning for 2026–2027 who want to understand not just where the market is going, but how decisions are being made inside leading F&B organizations.


Prefer to watch the original live session? Get your copy of the recording here. 

]]> Marketing budgets in food and beverage are growing - but so is pressure to prove ROI.

In this episode of the Food Intelligence Podcast, Tastewise CRO Jacques Botbol is joined by Valerie Davidov of Strategy& (PwC) to unpack the findings from a deep-dive study into CPG F&B marketing strategy and budget allocation through 2028. Theirconversation explores how marketing leaders are making tradeoffs today: where budgets are increasing, where spend is being reallocated, and why CFOs are demanding clearer ROI, faster execution, and better use of data.

Key topics include:

  • Why F&B marketing spend is projected to grow from ~12% to ~16% of revenue
  • How the mix is shifting toward digital, marketing tech, and automation
  • The tension between rising expectations and fragmented data
  • What “real-time marketing” actually means for brand and category teams
  • Why many teams underutilize tools — and what drives real adoption
  • How AI is reshaping decision-making, not just efficiency

This episode is especially relevant for brand leaders, category managers, and marketing executives planning for 2026–2027 who want to understand not just where the market is going, but how decisions are being made inside leading F&B organizations.


Prefer to watch the original live session? Get your copy of the recording here. 

]]> Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:47:08 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 2774 Marketing budgets in food and beverage are growing - but so is pressure to prove ROI.

In this episode of the Food Intelligence Podcast, Tastewise CRO Jacques Botbol is joined by Valerie Davidov of Strategy& (PwC) to unpack the findings from a deep-dive study into CPG F&B marketing strategy and budget allocation through 2028. Theirconversation explores how marketing leaders are making tradeoffs today: where budgets are increasing, where spend is being reallocated, and why CFOs are demanding clearer ROI, faster execution, and better use of data.

Key topics include:

  • Why F&B marketing spend is projected to grow from ~12% to ~16% of revenue
  • How the mix is shifting toward digital, marketing tech, and automation
  • The tension between rising expectations and fragmented data
  • What “real-time marketing” actually means for brand and category teams
  • Why many teams underutilize tools — and what drives real adoption
  • How AI is reshaping decision-making, not just efficiency

This episode is especially relevant for brand leaders, category managers, and marketing executives planning for 2026–2027 who want to understand not just where the market is going, but how decisions are being made inside leading F&B organizations.


Prefer to watch the original live session? Get your copy of the recording here. 

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No The New Route to Market: Where Agility Meets Insight (ft. leaders from DSM-Firmenich and Campbell's) 59 59 The New Route to Market: Where Agility Meets Insight (ft. leaders from DSM-Firmenich and Campbell's) full e97e50d4-1965-46a7-a07b-c85e68c8e2b4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2694abbd Speed and precision have become the new competitive edge. In this candid discussion from the Tastewise Growth Summit in Chicago, Tess Sansbury (DSM-Firmenich) and Sacha Derevianko (Campbell’s) share how their teams are redefining the go-to-market process - blending insight, collaboration, and technology to deliver faster innovation and stronger alignment across R&D, marketing, and sales.

From Campbell’s flavor innovation to DSM-Firmenich’s creative execution frameworks, this episode is packed with real-world lessons on working smarter in today’s fast-moving F&B ecosystem.

Listen for: how agile teams turn insights into action and creativity into growth.

Prefer to watch? Click here to access the full video recording.

]]> Speed and precision have become the new competitive edge. In this candid discussion from the Tastewise Growth Summit in Chicago, Tess Sansbury (DSM-Firmenich) and Sacha Derevianko (Campbell’s) share how their teams are redefining the go-to-market process - blending insight, collaboration, and technology to deliver faster innovation and stronger alignment across R&D, marketing, and sales.

From Campbell’s flavor innovation to DSM-Firmenich’s creative execution frameworks, this episode is packed with real-world lessons on working smarter in today’s fast-moving F&B ecosystem.

Listen for: how agile teams turn insights into action and creativity into growth.

Prefer to watch? Click here to access the full video recording.

]]> Fri, 14 Nov 2025 02:57:19 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 1231 Speed and precision have become the new competitive edge. In this candid discussion from the Tastewise Growth Summit in Chicago, Tess Sansbury (DSM-Firmenich) and Sacha Derevianko (Campbell’s) share how their teams are redefining the go-to-market process - blending insight, collaboration, and technology to deliver faster innovation and stronger alignment across R&D, marketing, and sales.

From Campbell’s flavor innovation to DSM-Firmenich’s creative execution frameworks, this episode is packed with real-world lessons on working smarter in today’s fast-moving F&B ecosystem.

Listen for: how agile teams turn insights into action and creativity into growth.

Prefer to watch? Click here to access the full video recording.

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Inside the Mind of Gen Z 63 63 Inside the Mind of Gen Z full a14ab41f-dba3-457b-afa4-b4cfee61b2d2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/48078ccf What really drives the next generation of eaters? Nay Tjatur from Influential brings together real Gen Z consumers for an unfiltered look at how social media, authenticity, and convenience shape what they buy, eat, and crave.

Hear firsthand perspectives on influencer culture, brand trust, and the balance between health and indulgence - straight from the voices shaping the future of food.

Listen for: an honest, fresh look at how brands can connect with Gen Z audiences (and some Gen Z lingo that you may or may not understand)
Featuring: Mariana Montealegre Pinto, Karim Limayem, Keon Berry, Isabella Peixoto Gomes

Prefer to watch? [Click here to access the full video recording.]

]]> What really drives the next generation of eaters? Nay Tjatur from Influential brings together real Gen Z consumers for an unfiltered look at how social media, authenticity, and convenience shape what they buy, eat, and crave.

Hear firsthand perspectives on influencer culture, brand trust, and the balance between health and indulgence - straight from the voices shaping the future of food.

Listen for: an honest, fresh look at how brands can connect with Gen Z audiences (and some Gen Z lingo that you may or may not understand)
Featuring: Mariana Montealegre Pinto, Karim Limayem, Keon Berry, Isabella Peixoto Gomes

Prefer to watch? [Click here to access the full video recording.]

]]> Fri, 14 Nov 2025 02:55:44 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 1257 What really drives the next generation of eaters? Nay Tjatur from Influential brings together real Gen Z consumers for an unfiltered look at how social media, authenticity, and convenience shape what they buy, eat, and crave.

Hear firsthand perspectives on influencer culture, brand trust, and the balance between health and indulgence - straight from the voices shaping the future of food.

Listen for: an honest, fresh look at how brands can connect with Gen Z audiences (and some Gen Z lingo that you may or may not understand)
Featuring: Mariana Montealegre Pinto, Karim Limayem, Keon Berry, Isabella Peixoto Gomes

Prefer to watch? [Click here to access the full video recording.]

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Faster, Bolder, Smarter: Redefining Food & Beverage Leadership with Alon Chen, Tastewise 58 58 Faster, Bolder, Smarter: Redefining Food & Beverage Leadership with Alon Chen, Tastewise full d9b7bdaa-b0f5-44cc-8308-e9ff6663d552 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cc3b6a8b What does it take to lead through transformation in today’s food and beverage landscape? At this year's Tastewise Growth Summit, Tastewise CEO Alon Chen offers an energizing look at how AI and human creativity are reshaping leadership, innovation, and execution. From data-driven insight to the new pace of decision-making, this session explores how leaders can move faster, think bolder, and build smarter organizations.

Listen for: practical strategies to connect data, creativity, and agility in your leadership approach.

Prefer to watch? Click here to access the full video recording.

]]> What does it take to lead through transformation in today’s food and beverage landscape? At this year's Tastewise Growth Summit, Tastewise CEO Alon Chen offers an energizing look at how AI and human creativity are reshaping leadership, innovation, and execution. From data-driven insight to the new pace of decision-making, this session explores how leaders can move faster, think bolder, and build smarter organizations.

Listen for: practical strategies to connect data, creativity, and agility in your leadership approach.

Prefer to watch? Click here to access the full video recording.

]]> Tue, 11 Nov 2025 03:08:00 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 676 What does it take to lead through transformation in today’s food and beverage landscape? At this year's Tastewise Growth Summit, Tastewise CEO Alon Chen offers an energizing look at how AI and human creativity are reshaping leadership, innovation, and execution. From data-driven insight to the new pace of decision-making, this session explores how leaders can move faster, think bolder, and build smarter organizations.

Listen for: practical strategies to connect data, creativity, and agility in your leadership approach.

Prefer to watch? Click here to access the full video recording.

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No CPGs in 2026: From food trends to impact with Kevin Ryan 57 57 CPGs in 2026: From food trends to impact with Kevin Ryan full 4e3595bb-4147-4757-9a8a-b3a62b0d1d09 https://share.transistor.fm/s/48945c35 In this episode of The Food Intelligence Podcast, Miriam Aniel from Tastewise sits down with Kevin Ryan - the brain behind FoodStuff and Malachite Strategy & Research - for a candid conversation about how culture, emotion, and identity are reshaping the future of CPGs.

Together, they unpack how authenticity is redefining what “premium” means, why real meat is making a comeback, and how consumer behavior is driving a new era of purpose-led growth in food and beverage. It’s an honest look at the people and cultural shifts behind the data.

In this episode:

  • The rise of “quiet luxury” and food as identity
  • Why the next big opportunity for CPGs lies in emotional fluency
  • The return of “real food” as a wellness and sustainability play
  • How culture and consumption are becoming inseparable

About Kevin Ryan:
Kevin is the founder of FoodStuff, a must-read weekly newsletter exploring the intersection of food, culture, and business. You can subscribe at foodstuff.substack.com
.

]]> In this episode of The Food Intelligence Podcast, Miriam Aniel from Tastewise sits down with Kevin Ryan - the brain behind FoodStuff and Malachite Strategy & Research - for a candid conversation about how culture, emotion, and identity are reshaping the future of CPGs.

Together, they unpack how authenticity is redefining what “premium” means, why real meat is making a comeback, and how consumer behavior is driving a new era of purpose-led growth in food and beverage. It’s an honest look at the people and cultural shifts behind the data.

In this episode:

  • The rise of “quiet luxury” and food as identity
  • Why the next big opportunity for CPGs lies in emotional fluency
  • The return of “real food” as a wellness and sustainability play
  • How culture and consumption are becoming inseparable

About Kevin Ryan:
Kevin is the founder of FoodStuff, a must-read weekly newsletter exploring the intersection of food, culture, and business. You can subscribe at foodstuff.substack.com
.

]]> Mon, 03 Nov 2025 14:50:00 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 1712 In this episode of The Food Intelligence Podcast, Miriam Aniel from Tastewise sits down with Kevin Ryan - the brain behind FoodStuff and Malachite Strategy & Research - for a candid conversation about how culture, emotion, and identity are reshaping the future of CPGs.

Together, they unpack how authenticity is redefining what “premium” means, why real meat is making a comeback, and how consumer behavior is driving a new era of purpose-led growth in food and beverage. It’s an honest look at the people and cultural shifts behind the data.

In this episode:

  • The rise of “quiet luxury” and food as identity
  • Why the next big opportunity for CPGs lies in emotional fluency
  • The return of “real food” as a wellness and sustainability play
  • How culture and consumption are becoming inseparable

About Kevin Ryan:
Kevin is the founder of FoodStuff, a must-read weekly newsletter exploring the intersection of food, culture, and business. You can subscribe at foodstuff.substack.com
.

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Decoding Operator Demands: How Market Shifts Reshape Foodservice (ft. Accenture, Monin, Butterball, IFMA Food Away from Home Association) 60 60 Decoding Operator Demands: How Market Shifts Reshape Foodservice (ft. Accenture, Monin, Butterball, IFMA Food Away from Home Association) full 96b0dbe6-78d1-4540-88f0-a52f61899eb9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b5a01439 Operators are navigating an industry defined by volatility, shifting diner behaviors, labor shortages, and rising expectations. In this insightful panel from the Tastewise Growth Summit in Chicago, leaders from Accenture, Monin, Butterball, and IFMA unpack how supplier–operator relationships are evolving and what’s needed to stay relevant in a market that changes by the month.

Discover how data, speed, and true partnership can help suppliers meet operator demands and deliver value beyond the plate.

Listen for: actionable insights into collaboration, agility, and the new meaning of value in foodservice.

Featuring: Taylor Crown (Accenture), Carrie Gillespie (Monin), Terry Wicks (Butterball), Mike Schwartz (IFMA)

Prefer to watch? Click here to access the full video recording.

]]> Operators are navigating an industry defined by volatility, shifting diner behaviors, labor shortages, and rising expectations. In this insightful panel from the Tastewise Growth Summit in Chicago, leaders from Accenture, Monin, Butterball, and IFMA unpack how supplier–operator relationships are evolving and what’s needed to stay relevant in a market that changes by the month.

Discover how data, speed, and true partnership can help suppliers meet operator demands and deliver value beyond the plate.

Listen for: actionable insights into collaboration, agility, and the new meaning of value in foodservice.

Featuring: Taylor Crown (Accenture), Carrie Gillespie (Monin), Terry Wicks (Butterball), Mike Schwartz (IFMA)

Prefer to watch? Click here to access the full video recording.

]]> Thu, 30 Oct 2025 03:12:00 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 1484 Operators are navigating an industry defined by volatility, shifting diner behaviors, labor shortages, and rising expectations. In this insightful panel from the Tastewise Growth Summit in Chicago, leaders from Accenture, Monin, Butterball, and IFMA unpack how supplier–operator relationships are evolving and what’s needed to stay relevant in a market that changes by the month.

Discover how data, speed, and true partnership can help suppliers meet operator demands and deliver value beyond the plate.

Listen for: actionable insights into collaboration, agility, and the new meaning of value in foodservice.

Featuring: Taylor Crown (Accenture), Carrie Gillespie (Monin), Terry Wicks (Butterball), Mike Schwartz (IFMA)

Prefer to watch? Click here to access the full video recording.

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No From Menus to Margins: How Operators Are Adapting Now (ft. MTY Group, Esrock) 61 61 From Menus to Margins: How Operators Are Adapting Now (ft. MTY Group, Esrock) full 14d2886d-7243-4dc2-90e7-f6150168d084 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5e25ded4 From labor to logistics, operators are under pressure to grow profitably in an unpredictable environment. In this dynamic discussion from the Tastewise Growth Summit in Chicago, Anna Nguyen of MTY Group and Kevin Wilson of Esrock share how they’re approaching future menus, innovating smarter, and rethinking the guest experience - all while protecting margins and maintaining brand integrity.

Listen for: how leading operators are balancing creativity with control to drive sustainable growth.

Prefer to watch? Click here to access the full video recording.

]]> From labor to logistics, operators are under pressure to grow profitably in an unpredictable environment. In this dynamic discussion from the Tastewise Growth Summit in Chicago, Anna Nguyen of MTY Group and Kevin Wilson of Esrock share how they’re approaching future menus, innovating smarter, and rethinking the guest experience - all while protecting margins and maintaining brand integrity.

Listen for: how leading operators are balancing creativity with control to drive sustainable growth.

Prefer to watch? Click here to access the full video recording.

]]> Mon, 27 Oct 2025 03:14:00 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 1171 From labor to logistics, operators are under pressure to grow profitably in an unpredictable environment. In this dynamic discussion from the Tastewise Growth Summit in Chicago, Anna Nguyen of MTY Group and Kevin Wilson of Esrock share how they’re approaching future menus, innovating smarter, and rethinking the guest experience - all while protecting margins and maintaining brand integrity.

Listen for: how leading operators are balancing creativity with control to drive sustainable growth.

Prefer to watch? Click here to access the full video recording.

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Cutting the Chaos: Integrations as the New Growth Engine 62 62 Cutting the Chaos: Integrations as the New Growth Engine full 76e8b716-c5e7-4d22-a067-798544c5522c https://share.transistor.fm/s/6433754f In a world full of tools, platforms, and data silos, integration is becoming the true growth driver. This conversation from the Tastewise Growth Summit in Chicago brings together leaders from TELUS Agriculture, Acxion Foodservice, IFMA, and Tastewise to explore how connected systems are transforming productivity, insight delivery, and decision-making across the food ecosystem.

Learn how smart integration is reducing friction, empowering sales teams, and unlocking faster, more informed growth.

Listen for: practical lessons in digital transformation and adoption from across the industry.

Featuring: Dan Scheunemann (TELUS), Sandra Hong (Acxion Foodservice), Mike Schwartz (IFMA), Jacques Botbol (Tastewise)


Prefer to watch? Click here to access the full video recording.

]]> In a world full of tools, platforms, and data silos, integration is becoming the true growth driver. This conversation from the Tastewise Growth Summit in Chicago brings together leaders from TELUS Agriculture, Acxion Foodservice, IFMA, and Tastewise to explore how connected systems are transforming productivity, insight delivery, and decision-making across the food ecosystem.

Learn how smart integration is reducing friction, empowering sales teams, and unlocking faster, more informed growth.

Listen for: practical lessons in digital transformation and adoption from across the industry.

Featuring: Dan Scheunemann (TELUS), Sandra Hong (Acxion Foodservice), Mike Schwartz (IFMA), Jacques Botbol (Tastewise)


Prefer to watch? Click here to access the full video recording.

]]> Fri, 17 Oct 2025 02:56:00 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 1001 In a world full of tools, platforms, and data silos, integration is becoming the true growth driver. This conversation from the Tastewise Growth Summit in Chicago brings together leaders from TELUS Agriculture, Acxion Foodservice, IFMA, and Tastewise to explore how connected systems are transforming productivity, insight delivery, and decision-making across the food ecosystem.

Learn how smart integration is reducing friction, empowering sales teams, and unlocking faster, more informed growth.

Listen for: practical lessons in digital transformation and adoption from across the industry.

Featuring: Dan Scheunemann (TELUS), Sandra Hong (Acxion Foodservice), Mike Schwartz (IFMA), Jacques Botbol (Tastewise)


Prefer to watch? Click here to access the full video recording.

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No The 2026 Food & Beverage Forecast 56 56 The 2026 Food & Beverage Forecast full 4a094f2a-3d27-4d78-9ea9-30b893097208 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bb4adfe2 In this highly anticipated episode, we unpack Tastewise’s 2026 Food & Beverage Trend Forecast — our annual deep dive into the cultural, health, and innovation shifts shaping what’s next on the plate and in the glass.

We break down the year’s biggest forces, including:

  • Food as Identity Reconnection — why authenticity, heritage, and “anti-fake” foods are winning consumer trust.
  • The New Body OS — how GLP-1s, fertility, and cognitive health are turning pantries into personal health systems.
  • Quiet Luxury & Small Indulgences — the rise of understated premium, from cocktails to everyday staples.
  • Sensory Maximalism — why textures that crack, pop, and fizz are the new frontier of experience.

Why it matters for you: If you’re a brand, retailer, or foodservice operator, this isn’t just about spotting fun products on TikTok. It’s about understanding the cultural context your consumers are living in. The brands that win in 2026 won’t just follow flavors — they’ll enable self-expression, health calibration, and authentic connections.

Whether you’re building the next functional beverage, planning retail strategy, or thinking through your marketing strategy, this episode will give you the data-backed foresight to make smarter, faster, future-ready decisions.

Get your copy of the full report here, and watch the full webinar here. 

Questions? Talk to us: live @ tastewise dot io 

]]> In this highly anticipated episode, we unpack Tastewise’s 2026 Food & Beverage Trend Forecast — our annual deep dive into the cultural, health, and innovation shifts shaping what’s next on the plate and in the glass.

We break down the year’s biggest forces, including:

  • Food as Identity Reconnection — why authenticity, heritage, and “anti-fake” foods are winning consumer trust.
  • The New Body OS — how GLP-1s, fertility, and cognitive health are turning pantries into personal health systems.
  • Quiet Luxury & Small Indulgences — the rise of understated premium, from cocktails to everyday staples.
  • Sensory Maximalism — why textures that crack, pop, and fizz are the new frontier of experience.

Why it matters for you: If you’re a brand, retailer, or foodservice operator, this isn’t just about spotting fun products on TikTok. It’s about understanding the cultural context your consumers are living in. The brands that win in 2026 won’t just follow flavors — they’ll enable self-expression, health calibration, and authentic connections.

Whether you’re building the next functional beverage, planning retail strategy, or thinking through your marketing strategy, this episode will give you the data-backed foresight to make smarter, faster, future-ready decisions.

Get your copy of the full report here, and watch the full webinar here. 

Questions? Talk to us: live @ tastewise dot io 

]]> Mon, 22 Sep 2025 03:25:43 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 3691 In this highly anticipated episode, we unpack Tastewise’s 2026 Food & Beverage Trend Forecast — our annual deep dive into the cultural, health, and innovation shifts shaping what’s next on the plate and in the glass.

We break down the year’s biggest forces, including:

  • Food as Identity Reconnection — why authenticity, heritage, and “anti-fake” foods are winning consumer trust.
  • The New Body OS — how GLP-1s, fertility, and cognitive health are turning pantries into personal health systems.
  • Quiet Luxury & Small Indulgences — the rise of understated premium, from cocktails to everyday staples.
  • Sensory Maximalism — why textures that crack, pop, and fizz are the new frontier of experience.

Why it matters for you: If you’re a brand, retailer, or foodservice operator, this isn’t just about spotting fun products on TikTok. It’s about understanding the cultural context your consumers are living in. The brands that win in 2026 won’t just follow flavors — they’ll enable self-expression, health calibration, and authentic connections.

Whether you’re building the next functional beverage, planning retail strategy, or thinking through your marketing strategy, this episode will give you the data-backed foresight to make smarter, faster, future-ready decisions.

Get your copy of the full report here, and watch the full webinar here. 

Questions? Talk to us: live @ tastewise dot io 

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No What Summer 2025 Consumers Really Want 55 55 What Summer 2025 Consumers Really Want full 823a3add-460d-44d4-aaa8-4f4d53ecfdc3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b3d02c27 This summer isn’t just hot (like, really hot) — it’s giving interesting clues for what’s next in food and beverage. In this episode, we break down the top trends from our Q3 Summer Trends Report to help you understand what today’s consumers are craving right now. From new flavor favorites to shifting priorities across retail and foodservice, these insights are essential for anyone shaping what shows up on shelves and menus this season.

Get your copy of the report here, and let us know what you think!

]]> This summer isn’t just hot (like, really hot) — it’s giving interesting clues for what’s next in food and beverage. In this episode, we break down the top trends from our Q3 Summer Trends Report to help you understand what today’s consumers are craving right now. From new flavor favorites to shifting priorities across retail and foodservice, these insights are essential for anyone shaping what shows up on shelves and menus this season.

Get your copy of the report here, and let us know what you think!

]]> Tue, 29 Jul 2025 10:52:53 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 780 This summer isn’t just hot (like, really hot) — it’s giving interesting clues for what’s next in food and beverage. In this episode, we break down the top trends from our Q3 Summer Trends Report to help you understand what today’s consumers are craving right now. From new flavor favorites to shifting priorities across retail and foodservice, these insights are essential for anyone shaping what shows up on shelves and menus this season.

Get your copy of the report here, and let us know what you think!

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Top 5 Trends and Takeaways from IFT FIRST 54 54 Top 5 Trends and Takeaways from IFT FIRST full 0e6c28ad-85fb-4079-8794-2ce6d016feda https://share.transistor.fm/s/8893569d Did you miss this year's IFT FIRST and the zillions of snack samples on the floor? We’ve got you covered (well, except for the samples). Tastewise was on the ground at IFT First 2025, and in this quick and casual episode, we’ll break down the five most important takeaways from the floor — from the latest in AI-powered innovation to what’s next in consumer health, sustainability, and product development.

Let us know what resonated with you!

]]> Did you miss this year's IFT FIRST and the zillions of snack samples on the floor? We’ve got you covered (well, except for the samples). Tastewise was on the ground at IFT First 2025, and in this quick and casual episode, we’ll break down the five most important takeaways from the floor — from the latest in AI-powered innovation to what’s next in consumer health, sustainability, and product development.

Let us know what resonated with you!

]]> Mon, 21 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 1605 Did you miss this year's IFT FIRST and the zillions of snack samples on the floor? We’ve got you covered (well, except for the samples). Tastewise was on the ground at IFT First 2025, and in this quick and casual episode, we’ll break down the five most important takeaways from the floor — from the latest in AI-powered innovation to what’s next in consumer health, sustainability, and product development.

Let us know what resonated with you!

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No The Top 5 Trends and Takeaways from the National Restaurant Association Show 53 53 The Top 5 Trends and Takeaways from the National Restaurant Association Show full 4733b3b9-b38a-48e9-b238-30a629c9fc5c https://share.transistor.fm/s/e8e5e1ed Couldn’t make it to Chicago — or still processing everything you saw on the show floor? Join Lee and Miriam from the Tastewise team for a fast-paced, insight-packed recap of the biggest themes, trends, and innovations from the 2025 National Restaurant Association Show. We’ll cover:

  1. The emerging trends that stole the spotlight
  2. What’s top of mind for foodservice leaders right now
  3. Where AI, menu innovation, and operational efficiency are heading next

Whether you walked every aisle or watched from afar, this session will help you cut through the noise and turn inspiration into action.

]]> Couldn’t make it to Chicago — or still processing everything you saw on the show floor? Join Lee and Miriam from the Tastewise team for a fast-paced, insight-packed recap of the biggest themes, trends, and innovations from the 2025 National Restaurant Association Show. We’ll cover:

  1. The emerging trends that stole the spotlight
  2. What’s top of mind for foodservice leaders right now
  3. Where AI, menu innovation, and operational efficiency are heading next

Whether you walked every aisle or watched from afar, this session will help you cut through the noise and turn inspiration into action.

]]> Wed, 18 Jun 2025 12:26:09 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 1759 Couldn’t make it to Chicago — or still processing everything you saw on the show floor? Join Lee and Miriam from the Tastewise team for a fast-paced, insight-packed recap of the biggest themes, trends, and innovations from the 2025 National Restaurant Association Show. We’ll cover:

  1. The emerging trends that stole the spotlight
  2. What’s top of mind for foodservice leaders right now
  3. Where AI, menu innovation, and operational efficiency are heading next

Whether you walked every aisle or watched from afar, this session will help you cut through the noise and turn inspiration into action.

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Pricing under Pressure: Staying Competitive during Inflation with AI 52 52 Pricing under Pressure: Staying Competitive during Inflation with AI full 6ee48364-5c99-43b7-8dd9-79f1a92f9a9b https://share.transistor.fm/s/6218bee1 Inflation continues to reshape the food and beverage industry—but not all cost increases are created equal. Some are real, driven by supply chain constraints, while others are "manufactured" through business strategies like delivery fee markups. The market is changing, and it can be challenging to create pricing strategies that meet the moment. In this webinar, we'll unpack it all, analyzing consumer behavior shifts, and exploring how brands, retailers, and foodservice operators can use AI-driven insights to stay competitive.

This is a recording of our most recent "rapid response" webinar -- if you want to jump straight to the insights, head to 03:35.

Resources: 

]]> Inflation continues to reshape the food and beverage industry—but not all cost increases are created equal. Some are real, driven by supply chain constraints, while others are "manufactured" through business strategies like delivery fee markups. The market is changing, and it can be challenging to create pricing strategies that meet the moment. In this webinar, we'll unpack it all, analyzing consumer behavior shifts, and exploring how brands, retailers, and foodservice operators can use AI-driven insights to stay competitive.

This is a recording of our most recent "rapid response" webinar -- if you want to jump straight to the insights, head to 03:35.

Resources: 

]]> Mon, 14 Apr 2025 12:04:24 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2445 Inflation continues to reshape the food and beverage industry—but not all cost increases are created equal. Some are real, driven by supply chain constraints, while others are "manufactured" through business strategies like delivery fee markups. The market is changing, and it can be challenging to create pricing strategies that meet the moment. In this webinar, we'll unpack it all, analyzing consumer behavior shifts, and exploring how brands, retailers, and foodservice operators can use AI-driven insights to stay competitive.

This is a recording of our most recent "rapid response" webinar -- if you want to jump straight to the insights, head to 03:35.

Resources: 

]]> food, branding, CPG, insights, inflation, tariffs No 2025 Food Tariffs – How to Protect Margins & Win Market Share 51 51 2025 Food Tariffs – How to Protect Margins & Win Market Share full 2b27c717-ca22-410d-8547-c25cd8a31780 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6b6480a4 The 2025 food tariffs are here, and they’re already shaking up pricing, sourcing, and competition across the food industry. With costs rising on key ingredients, private label gaining ground, and supply chains under pressure, how can food brands and operators stay profitable?

In this episode, Wesley and Tastewise's CEO Alon Chen break down:

  • The real impact of tariffs on food costs and menu strategy
  • How operators can secure pricing and find smart ingredient substitutes
  • Why real-time consumer insights are critical for justifying pricing shifts
  • The role of data and AI in adapting faster than the competition

If you’re in foodservice, retail, or manufacturing, this episode will give you the tools to navigate uncertainty and turn market shifts into opportunities.

]]> The 2025 food tariffs are here, and they’re already shaking up pricing, sourcing, and competition across the food industry. With costs rising on key ingredients, private label gaining ground, and supply chains under pressure, how can food brands and operators stay profitable?

In this episode, Wesley and Tastewise's CEO Alon Chen break down:

  • The real impact of tariffs on food costs and menu strategy
  • How operators can secure pricing and find smart ingredient substitutes
  • Why real-time consumer insights are critical for justifying pricing shifts
  • The role of data and AI in adapting faster than the competition

If you’re in foodservice, retail, or manufacturing, this episode will give you the tools to navigate uncertainty and turn market shifts into opportunities.

]]> Tue, 04 Mar 2025 17:17:24 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 1509 The 2025 food tariffs are here, and they’re already shaking up pricing, sourcing, and competition across the food industry. With costs rising on key ingredients, private label gaining ground, and supply chains under pressure, how can food brands and operators stay profitable?

In this episode, Wesley and Tastewise's CEO Alon Chen break down:

  • The real impact of tariffs on food costs and menu strategy
  • How operators can secure pricing and find smart ingredient substitutes
  • Why real-time consumer insights are critical for justifying pricing shifts
  • The role of data and AI in adapting faster than the competition

If you’re in foodservice, retail, or manufacturing, this episode will give you the tools to navigate uncertainty and turn market shifts into opportunities.

]]> cpg, tariffs, inflation, food, restaurants, pricing, ai No Flavor Chase: The Trends We're Watching in 2025 50 50 Flavor Chase: The Trends We're Watching in 2025 full 78e42975-9252-4f9c-85cf-e1532459d719 https://share.transistor.fm/s/57fb31ee In this episode, we’re sharing insights from our 2025 Trend Report, where we break down the key shifts in consumer behavior, ingredient innovation, and market dynamics that will shape the food and beverage industry in the year ahead.

You’ll hear data-backed insights and real-world examples designed to help you plan smarter for 2025—whether you're focused on product development, marketing, or menu innovation. If you’re looking to turn trend forecasts into actionable strategies, this session is for you. Let us know your thoughts at live (at) tastewise (dot) io! 

PS: Phew - tech got the best of us with this recording! Please excuse the static, bumps, and tech glitches, we promise it's worth the listen ;) 

]]> In this episode, we’re sharing insights from our 2025 Trend Report, where we break down the key shifts in consumer behavior, ingredient innovation, and market dynamics that will shape the food and beverage industry in the year ahead.

You’ll hear data-backed insights and real-world examples designed to help you plan smarter for 2025—whether you're focused on product development, marketing, or menu innovation. If you’re looking to turn trend forecasts into actionable strategies, this session is for you. Let us know your thoughts at live (at) tastewise (dot) io! 

PS: Phew - tech got the best of us with this recording! Please excuse the static, bumps, and tech glitches, we promise it's worth the listen ;) 

]]> Tue, 07 Jan 2025 18:22:54 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 2967 In this episode, we’re sharing insights from our 2025 Trend Report, where we break down the key shifts in consumer behavior, ingredient innovation, and market dynamics that will shape the food and beverage industry in the year ahead.

You’ll hear data-backed insights and real-world examples designed to help you plan smarter for 2025—whether you're focused on product development, marketing, or menu innovation. If you’re looking to turn trend forecasts into actionable strategies, this session is for you. Let us know your thoughts at live (at) tastewise (dot) io! 

PS: Phew - tech got the best of us with this recording! Please excuse the static, bumps, and tech glitches, we promise it's worth the listen ;) 

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Smart Flavors: How B2B ingredient providers can leverage AI for success with Peter Losee, Bluegrass Ingredients 48 48 Smart Flavors: How B2B ingredient providers can leverage AI for success with Peter Losee, Bluegrass Ingredients full 94dd2610-6579-4dcc-a2e7-d354d2a12316 https://share.transistor.fm/s/85743a04 How are ingredient innovations shaping the future of food? In this episode, Lee talks with Peter Losee, VP Marketing at Bluegrass Ingredients, about the latest advancements in ingredient technology.

Peter shares practical insights on developing unique, market-ready products and how ingredient innovation can create new opportunities for product developers and marketers. 

]]> How are ingredient innovations shaping the future of food? In this episode, Lee talks with Peter Losee, VP Marketing at Bluegrass Ingredients, about the latest advancements in ingredient technology.

Peter shares practical insights on developing unique, market-ready products and how ingredient innovation can create new opportunities for product developers and marketers. 

]]> Fri, 27 Dec 2024 18:00:00 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 2259 How are ingredient innovations shaping the future of food? In this episode, Lee talks with Peter Losee, VP Marketing at Bluegrass Ingredients, about the latest advancements in ingredient technology.

Peter shares practical insights on developing unique, market-ready products and how ingredient innovation can create new opportunities for product developers and marketers. 

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No 2025 Vision: Top Foodservice Trends Shaping Away-from-Home with Sam Newman and Miriam Aniel Oved 49 49 2025 Vision: Top Foodservice Trends Shaping Away-from-Home with Sam Newman and Miriam Aniel Oved full c358adf8-7afe-4d97-9c7a-1cc1f7515cb6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/db13b440 What’s next for foodservice? Our 2025 foodservice predictions episode is here! In this episode, Miriam sits down with Sam Newman, Tastewise’s Director of Strategic Accounts and a foodservice expert, to unpack key trends shaping the industry’s future.

From emerging consumer behaviors to game-changing technologies and mindset shifts, Sam and Miriam unpack 2025's top need-to-know insights. If you’re looking to stay ahead of evolving market dynamics and understand what’s driving the future of foodservice, this episode is a must-listen.

This episode was originally produced as a webinar with our friends at IFMA, the Food Away from Home Assocation.

]]> What’s next for foodservice? Our 2025 foodservice predictions episode is here! In this episode, Miriam sits down with Sam Newman, Tastewise’s Director of Strategic Accounts and a foodservice expert, to unpack key trends shaping the industry’s future.

From emerging consumer behaviors to game-changing technologies and mindset shifts, Sam and Miriam unpack 2025's top need-to-know insights. If you’re looking to stay ahead of evolving market dynamics and understand what’s driving the future of foodservice, this episode is a must-listen.

This episode was originally produced as a webinar with our friends at IFMA, the Food Away from Home Assocation.

]]> Mon, 23 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 2991 What’s next for foodservice? Our 2025 foodservice predictions episode is here! In this episode, Miriam sits down with Sam Newman, Tastewise’s Director of Strategic Accounts and a foodservice expert, to unpack key trends shaping the industry’s future.

From emerging consumer behaviors to game-changing technologies and mindset shifts, Sam and Miriam unpack 2025's top need-to-know insights. If you’re looking to stay ahead of evolving market dynamics and understand what’s driving the future of foodservice, this episode is a must-listen.

This episode was originally produced as a webinar with our friends at IFMA, the Food Away from Home Assocation.

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No How Butterball Uses AI to Drive Growth: Insights from Steve Canale, SVP Butterball 47 47 How Butterball Uses AI to Drive Growth: Insights from Steve Canale, SVP Butterball full 7ecd4c87-ed13-4054-b9dd-780062b3ba4d https://share.transistor.fm/s/df6175cf What role does AI play in driving growth for food brands? In this episode, Steve Canale, SVP at Butterball, shares how the company uses artificial intelligence to understand consumers, streamline operations, and improve marketing efforts.

Through real-world examples, Steve offers a practical look at how AI can create meaningful impact in the food industry. If you're curious about the intersection of technology and business growth in the manufacturing sector, this episode is full of insights worth exploring. Let us know your thoughts! 

]]> What role does AI play in driving growth for food brands? In this episode, Steve Canale, SVP at Butterball, shares how the company uses artificial intelligence to understand consumers, streamline operations, and improve marketing efforts.

Through real-world examples, Steve offers a practical look at how AI can create meaningful impact in the food industry. If you're curious about the intersection of technology and business growth in the manufacturing sector, this episode is full of insights worth exploring. Let us know your thoughts! 

]]> Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 1190 What role does AI play in driving growth for food brands? In this episode, Steve Canale, SVP at Butterball, shares how the company uses artificial intelligence to understand consumers, streamline operations, and improve marketing efforts.

Through real-world examples, Steve offers a practical look at how AI can create meaningful impact in the food industry. If you're curious about the intersection of technology and business growth in the manufacturing sector, this episode is full of insights worth exploring. Let us know your thoughts! 

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Insights Unbottled: The New Brand Manager Playbook with Nitzan Aviv 46 46 Insights Unbottled: The New Brand Manager Playbook with Nitzan Aviv full 44f99a1f-5b84-4a7a-ae81-f975396b7386 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a644c839 How is AI changing the way brand managers work? In this episode, we sit down with Nitzan Aviv, former Coca-Cola brand manager, to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping marketing and innovation.

Nitzan breaks down real-world examples and shares practical tips for using AI to streamline your workflow, connect with customers, and stay ahead of trends. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your current approach or try something new, this conversation offers insights you can put into action today.

]]> How is AI changing the way brand managers work? In this episode, we sit down with Nitzan Aviv, former Coca-Cola brand manager, to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping marketing and innovation.

Nitzan breaks down real-world examples and shares practical tips for using AI to streamline your workflow, connect with customers, and stay ahead of trends. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your current approach or try something new, this conversation offers insights you can put into action today.

]]> Wed, 18 Dec 2024 18:15:20 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 3347 How is AI changing the way brand managers work? In this episode, we sit down with Nitzan Aviv, former Coca-Cola brand manager, to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping marketing and innovation.

Nitzan breaks down real-world examples and shares practical tips for using AI to streamline your workflow, connect with customers, and stay ahead of trends. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your current approach or try something new, this conversation offers insights you can put into action today.

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Foodservice Trends in 2024 (UK, US, and Australia) 45 45 Foodservice Trends in 2024 (UK, US, and Australia) full b9afea62-c444-4a30-9823-1d4fdf3af2a1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4b2c2432 In today’s episode,  I’m joined by Tastewise’s head of Content, Wesley Allan to discuss Foodservice trends we’ve been tracking in 2024 across the US, UK and Australia. We break down what consumer needs are fueling the emergence of cuisines, what items on menu are showing the greatest price inflation, and a surprising new condiment that might be the hottest one to watch this summer.


The content in this podcast follows our recent foodservice trend report which you can access on our website here https://tastewise.io/report

]]> In today’s episode,  I’m joined by Tastewise’s head of Content, Wesley Allan to discuss Foodservice trends we’ve been tracking in 2024 across the US, UK and Australia. We break down what consumer needs are fueling the emergence of cuisines, what items on menu are showing the greatest price inflation, and a surprising new condiment that might be the hottest one to watch this summer.


The content in this podcast follows our recent foodservice trend report which you can access on our website here https://tastewise.io/report

]]> Wed, 08 May 2024 08:00:00 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2293 In today’s episode,  I’m joined by Tastewise’s head of Content, Wesley Allan to discuss Foodservice trends we’ve been tracking in 2024 across the US, UK and Australia. We break down what consumer needs are fueling the emergence of cuisines, what items on menu are showing the greatest price inflation, and a surprising new condiment that might be the hottest one to watch this summer.


The content in this podcast follows our recent foodservice trend report which you can access on our website here https://tastewise.io/report

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Plant-Powered Brand Loyalty with Shingly Lee 44 44 Plant-Powered Brand Loyalty with Shingly Lee full 289195c9-e2c0-467d-9e2e-b08b1adde5a9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/956814ed In today’s episode, we’re joined by plant-based marketing guru, Shingly Lee to discuss marketing strategies to help brands stand out from the crowded plant-based pack and hear how her experience working at mega-brands like Kraft Heinz and Danone helped her bring Alpha Food’s brand presence to the silver screens of Hollywood!

]]> In today’s episode, we’re joined by plant-based marketing guru, Shingly Lee to discuss marketing strategies to help brands stand out from the crowded plant-based pack and hear how her experience working at mega-brands like Kraft Heinz and Danone helped her bring Alpha Food’s brand presence to the silver screens of Hollywood!

]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2024 08:00:00 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2059 In today’s episode, we’re joined by plant-based marketing guru, Shingly Lee to discuss marketing strategies to help brands stand out from the crowded plant-based pack and hear how her experience working at mega-brands like Kraft Heinz and Danone helped her bring Alpha Food’s brand presence to the silver screens of Hollywood!

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Understanding Generative AI with Pete Huang 43 43 Understanding Generative AI with Pete Huang full f161dc23-67e1-477b-886e-5d2ff5d29c56 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c3cf5b43 In today’s episode, we’re joined by gen AI expert and Co-Founder of The Neuron, Pete Huang, to discuss one of the most buzzy topics of the year - generative AI! 


Pete will discuss the difference between AI and gen AI, describe the state of the market regarding gen AI’s applications in food & beverage, and give us his take on what technological developments to look out for in the next 6 months. 


For more information on Pete or The Neuron - check out their website and LinkedIn pages here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/petehuang/; https://www.theneuron.ai/. 

]]> In today’s episode, we’re joined by gen AI expert and Co-Founder of The Neuron, Pete Huang, to discuss one of the most buzzy topics of the year - generative AI! 


Pete will discuss the difference between AI and gen AI, describe the state of the market regarding gen AI’s applications in food & beverage, and give us his take on what technological developments to look out for in the next 6 months. 


For more information on Pete or The Neuron - check out their website and LinkedIn pages here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/petehuang/; https://www.theneuron.ai/. 

]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2024 08:00:47 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2146 In today’s episode, we’re joined by gen AI expert and Co-Founder of The Neuron, Pete Huang, to discuss one of the most buzzy topics of the year - generative AI! 


Pete will discuss the difference between AI and gen AI, describe the state of the market regarding gen AI’s applications in food & beverage, and give us his take on what technological developments to look out for in the next 6 months. 


For more information on Pete or The Neuron - check out their website and LinkedIn pages here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/petehuang/; https://www.theneuron.ai/. 

]]> AI, generative AI, food, food and beverage, CPG, food marketing No From Strategy to Sip: How Pepsi turns Insights into Action 42 42 From Strategy to Sip: How Pepsi turns Insights into Action full a1ab337a-c9c9-484e-8ceb-e8c14380bfe4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2859d144 In this webinar, Lee (TW) speaks with Jessica Yankell and Olivia Kiraly, members of the Insights and Strategy team of PBNA (PepsiCo Beverages Noth America), about how Tastewise fits into their insights process. They highlight strategies for responding to challenging briefs and last-minute requests.

This content is valuable for insight and research professionals looking to hear from industry leaders, as well as those curious about how to scale up the efficiency of their company's insights team. 

Our Panelists:

Jessica Yankell - Director, Long-Term Innovation Insights & Strategy PBNA

Olivia Kiraly - Senior Manager, Long-Term Innovation Insights + Strategy PBNA


]]> In this webinar, Lee (TW) speaks with Jessica Yankell and Olivia Kiraly, members of the Insights and Strategy team of PBNA (PepsiCo Beverages Noth America), about how Tastewise fits into their insights process. They highlight strategies for responding to challenging briefs and last-minute requests.

This content is valuable for insight and research professionals looking to hear from industry leaders, as well as those curious about how to scale up the efficiency of their company's insights team. 

Our Panelists:

Jessica Yankell - Director, Long-Term Innovation Insights & Strategy PBNA

Olivia Kiraly - Senior Manager, Long-Term Innovation Insights + Strategy PBNA


]]> Thu, 21 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 1772 In this webinar, Lee (TW) speaks with Jessica Yankell and Olivia Kiraly, members of the Insights and Strategy team of PBNA (PepsiCo Beverages Noth America), about how Tastewise fits into their insights process. They highlight strategies for responding to challenging briefs and last-minute requests.

This content is valuable for insight and research professionals looking to hear from industry leaders, as well as those curious about how to scale up the efficiency of their company's insights team. 

Our Panelists:

Jessica Yankell - Director, Long-Term Innovation Insights & Strategy PBNA

Olivia Kiraly - Senior Manager, Long-Term Innovation Insights + Strategy PBNA


]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing, consumer insights, pepsi, beverage No Tastewise's Trend Predictions for 2024 41 41 Tastewise's Trend Predictions for 2024 full 105eedb6-a16b-42e4-9e05-9f50438cf921 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1fc0ea98 In this episode, we unveil Tastewise’s top 8 trend predictions for 2024. Our predictions go beyond the mainstream macro drivers and uncover off-the-beaten-path trend moments that will surprise and delight you.


So, get ready to have your taste buds tantalized as we dive deep into the emerging trends that will take center stage in 2024.


This episode was taken from a longer webinar format - which you can listen to in full at Tastewise.io

Happy holiday season, and as always, let us know what you think!

]]> In this episode, we unveil Tastewise’s top 8 trend predictions for 2024. Our predictions go beyond the mainstream macro drivers and uncover off-the-beaten-path trend moments that will surprise and delight you.


So, get ready to have your taste buds tantalized as we dive deep into the emerging trends that will take center stage in 2024.


This episode was taken from a longer webinar format - which you can listen to in full at Tastewise.io

Happy holiday season, and as always, let us know what you think!

]]> Sun, 17 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 2195 In this episode, we unveil Tastewise’s top 8 trend predictions for 2024. Our predictions go beyond the mainstream macro drivers and uncover off-the-beaten-path trend moments that will surprise and delight you.


So, get ready to have your taste buds tantalized as we dive deep into the emerging trends that will take center stage in 2024.


This episode was taken from a longer webinar format - which you can listen to in full at Tastewise.io

Happy holiday season, and as always, let us know what you think!

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No What 2023's top food trends mean for 2024? 40 40 What 2023's top food trends mean for 2024? full 7bc7a303-19b6-4e02-82d4-c636c624727b https://share.transistor.fm/s/3d225af7 In this episode, we’re taking a retrospective look at the top consumer trends that dominated the food and beverage scene in 2023. Are these trends here to stay; or will they simply fade away?


In 2023, we saw several interesting trends gain popularity, from the rise of food for functional health to the increasing popularity of ingredients that embrace fusion flavors.


A few sneak peeks into this episode's topics: 


  • Routine & Ritual: Where, when, and how are consumers creating rituals and routines
  • Women’s Health: How this once taboo topic is dominating consumer discussions
  • Fusion Flavors: which flavors and cuisines are consumers adopting into their habbits

Whether you’re a food industry professional or just a curious consumer, this episode is for you.


As always, let us know what you think!

]]> In this episode, we’re taking a retrospective look at the top consumer trends that dominated the food and beverage scene in 2023. Are these trends here to stay; or will they simply fade away?


In 2023, we saw several interesting trends gain popularity, from the rise of food for functional health to the increasing popularity of ingredients that embrace fusion flavors.


A few sneak peeks into this episode's topics: 


  • Routine & Ritual: Where, when, and how are consumers creating rituals and routines
  • Women’s Health: How this once taboo topic is dominating consumer discussions
  • Fusion Flavors: which flavors and cuisines are consumers adopting into their habbits

Whether you’re a food industry professional or just a curious consumer, this episode is for you.


As always, let us know what you think!

]]> Mon, 11 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 1362 In this episode, we’re taking a retrospective look at the top consumer trends that dominated the food and beverage scene in 2023. Are these trends here to stay; or will they simply fade away?


In 2023, we saw several interesting trends gain popularity, from the rise of food for functional health to the increasing popularity of ingredients that embrace fusion flavors.


A few sneak peeks into this episode's topics: 


  • Routine & Ritual: Where, when, and how are consumers creating rituals and routines
  • Women’s Health: How this once taboo topic is dominating consumer discussions
  • Fusion Flavors: which flavors and cuisines are consumers adopting into their habbits

Whether you’re a food industry professional or just a curious consumer, this episode is for you.


As always, let us know what you think!

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No What to consider when budgeting for AI in 2024 39 39 What to consider when budgeting for AI in 2024 full 4aca69dc-d3b2-48d8-aae6-75440c84086c https://share.transistor.fm/s/c22e52fa In this episode, we’re joined by Jacques Botbol, CMO of Tastewise, to discuss how to evaluate AI vendors in 2024. As AI continues to transform industries, it’s more important than ever to choose the right vendors and partners to help you achieve your organization's goals.


Jacques will share his insights on what to look for when evaluating vendors, including their experience, capabilities, and commitment to data privacy. He’ll also provide some questions that you should ask your vendor during the evaluation process.


A few sneak peeks into this episode's topics: 


  • Contextualized data: the difference between AI that is domain specific vs non-domain specific 
  • How does AI apply to research the F&B Industry?
  • A checklist to ask your vendors about their data training models and algorithms.

Whether you’re just starting to explore AI or you’re looking to scale up your existing AI initiatives, this episode is for you. 


As always, let us know what you think!

]]> In this episode, we’re joined by Jacques Botbol, CMO of Tastewise, to discuss how to evaluate AI vendors in 2024. As AI continues to transform industries, it’s more important than ever to choose the right vendors and partners to help you achieve your organization's goals.


Jacques will share his insights on what to look for when evaluating vendors, including their experience, capabilities, and commitment to data privacy. He’ll also provide some questions that you should ask your vendor during the evaluation process.


A few sneak peeks into this episode's topics: 


  • Contextualized data: the difference between AI that is domain specific vs non-domain specific 
  • How does AI apply to research the F&B Industry?
  • A checklist to ask your vendors about their data training models and algorithms.

Whether you’re just starting to explore AI or you’re looking to scale up your existing AI initiatives, this episode is for you. 


As always, let us know what you think!

]]> Fri, 08 Dec 2023 08:15:00 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 1489 In this episode, we’re joined by Jacques Botbol, CMO of Tastewise, to discuss how to evaluate AI vendors in 2024. As AI continues to transform industries, it’s more important than ever to choose the right vendors and partners to help you achieve your organization's goals.


Jacques will share his insights on what to look for when evaluating vendors, including their experience, capabilities, and commitment to data privacy. He’ll also provide some questions that you should ask your vendor during the evaluation process.


A few sneak peeks into this episode's topics: 


  • Contextualized data: the difference between AI that is domain specific vs non-domain specific 
  • How does AI apply to research the F&B Industry?
  • A checklist to ask your vendors about their data training models and algorithms.

Whether you’re just starting to explore AI or you’re looking to scale up your existing AI initiatives, this episode is for you. 


As always, let us know what you think!

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Optimizing Client Connections With AI in Foodservice 38 38 Optimizing Client Connections With AI in Foodservice full df79a509-3f31-4af9-a3fd-c5030276a5dc https://share.transistor.fm/s/3490eec9 This week's episode, cohosted with IFMA in our foodservice + AI series, is all about using AI to build strategic client relationships. How can AI empower foodservice professionals with the knowledge and strategies needed to enhance their client connections and positioning in a competitive market, and what does it mean for your business? 


We discuss how food manufacturers can leverage data-driven insights into bestsellers to be more responsive and innovative in their offerings. Listen to learn tips on effective time management and client engagement strategies to be more proactive, help your sales teams sell smarter, and ultimately elevate your brand presence in the food and beverage sector. 

A few sneak peeks into this episode's topics: 

  • Proactive strategies: Leverage real-time data to anticipate restaurant needs, establishing yourself as a trusted advisor.
  • Menu ideation mastery: Gain insights into using bestsellers for menu ideation, recognizing emerging trends, and grasping local pricing dynamics.
  • Innovative inspiration: Discover how to turn your client's menu into a hub of creativity and fresh ideas, ensuring you are always in demand.

As always, let us know what you think!

]]> This week's episode, cohosted with IFMA in our foodservice + AI series, is all about using AI to build strategic client relationships. How can AI empower foodservice professionals with the knowledge and strategies needed to enhance their client connections and positioning in a competitive market, and what does it mean for your business? 


We discuss how food manufacturers can leverage data-driven insights into bestsellers to be more responsive and innovative in their offerings. Listen to learn tips on effective time management and client engagement strategies to be more proactive, help your sales teams sell smarter, and ultimately elevate your brand presence in the food and beverage sector. 

A few sneak peeks into this episode's topics: 

  • Proactive strategies: Leverage real-time data to anticipate restaurant needs, establishing yourself as a trusted advisor.
  • Menu ideation mastery: Gain insights into using bestsellers for menu ideation, recognizing emerging trends, and grasping local pricing dynamics.
  • Innovative inspiration: Discover how to turn your client's menu into a hub of creativity and fresh ideas, ensuring you are always in demand.

As always, let us know what you think!

]]> Fri, 27 Oct 2023 10:24:00 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2280 This week's episode, cohosted with IFMA in our foodservice + AI series, is all about using AI to build strategic client relationships. How can AI empower foodservice professionals with the knowledge and strategies needed to enhance their client connections and positioning in a competitive market, and what does it mean for your business? 


We discuss how food manufacturers can leverage data-driven insights into bestsellers to be more responsive and innovative in their offerings. Listen to learn tips on effective time management and client engagement strategies to be more proactive, help your sales teams sell smarter, and ultimately elevate your brand presence in the food and beverage sector. 

A few sneak peeks into this episode's topics: 

  • Proactive strategies: Leverage real-time data to anticipate restaurant needs, establishing yourself as a trusted advisor.
  • Menu ideation mastery: Gain insights into using bestsellers for menu ideation, recognizing emerging trends, and grasping local pricing dynamics.
  • Innovative inspiration: Discover how to turn your client's menu into a hub of creativity and fresh ideas, ensuring you are always in demand.

As always, let us know what you think!

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Navigating the phone-to-table era: AI-powered insights for foodservice 37 37 Navigating the phone-to-table era: AI-powered insights for foodservice full 6408ab6c-0867-4188-b5a4-48a050fc9dc3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5f3c5771 Foodservice marketing professionals and leaders of the quick-service space, this one's for you: our latest session with IFMA, the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association, all about AI in foodservice and what it means for your business. 


In an era where data-driven decisions are foundational, understanding the impact of AI on the foodservice industry is essential. In today's episode, we cover ways to move beyond traditional menu insights by harnessing the power of AI, offering you a comprehensive view of today's foodservice landscape — and what to do next. We hope you'll walk away with new ideas on how to craft tailored strategies, expand your business relationships, keep your customers at the center, and stay ahead in a competitive market.

Check out our latest blog post with the top takeaways from the session!


]]> Foodservice marketing professionals and leaders of the quick-service space, this one's for you: our latest session with IFMA, the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association, all about AI in foodservice and what it means for your business. 


In an era where data-driven decisions are foundational, understanding the impact of AI on the foodservice industry is essential. In today's episode, we cover ways to move beyond traditional menu insights by harnessing the power of AI, offering you a comprehensive view of today's foodservice landscape — and what to do next. We hope you'll walk away with new ideas on how to craft tailored strategies, expand your business relationships, keep your customers at the center, and stay ahead in a competitive market.

Check out our latest blog post with the top takeaways from the session!


]]> Wed, 27 Sep 2023 10:50:55 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 3305 Foodservice marketing professionals and leaders of the quick-service space, this one's for you: our latest session with IFMA, the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association, all about AI in foodservice and what it means for your business. 


In an era where data-driven decisions are foundational, understanding the impact of AI on the foodservice industry is essential. In today's episode, we cover ways to move beyond traditional menu insights by harnessing the power of AI, offering you a comprehensive view of today's foodservice landscape — and what to do next. We hope you'll walk away with new ideas on how to craft tailored strategies, expand your business relationships, keep your customers at the center, and stay ahead in a competitive market.

Check out our latest blog post with the top takeaways from the session!


]]> food, branding, food marketing, foodservice, restaurants, AI No Quarterly recap: What's been going on at recent trade shows and conferences? 36 36 Quarterly recap: What's been going on at recent trade shows and conferences? full f0eb7c57-958d-4440-9e92-bef513135a8d https://share.transistor.fm/s/7a642f33 The end of Q2 and the start of Q3 was a busy time for food & bev conferences in the US. Did you feel like you missed out on a few?


Our team was on the ground at this year's IFT First and IFDA's SMart, and spoke to hundreds of people in the industry about what is on their minds. Welcome to this quarter's events recap, where Sam and Ian discuss:

  • major trends in the industry, from foodservice to insights to tech and more;
  • biggest takeaways from the field;
  • the changing role AI plays right now;
  • opportunities for better collaboration in the industry; 
  • and even a bit about Beyoncé! 

What are your biggest takeaways from recent conferences? Let us know at live @ tastewise.io!

]]> The end of Q2 and the start of Q3 was a busy time for food & bev conferences in the US. Did you feel like you missed out on a few?


Our team was on the ground at this year's IFT First and IFDA's SMart, and spoke to hundreds of people in the industry about what is on their minds. Welcome to this quarter's events recap, where Sam and Ian discuss:

  • major trends in the industry, from foodservice to insights to tech and more;
  • biggest takeaways from the field;
  • the changing role AI plays right now;
  • opportunities for better collaboration in the industry; 
  • and even a bit about Beyoncé! 

What are your biggest takeaways from recent conferences? Let us know at live @ tastewise.io!

]]> Tue, 15 Aug 2023 19:23:20 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 1708 The end of Q2 and the start of Q3 was a busy time for food & bev conferences in the US. Did you feel like you missed out on a few?


Our team was on the ground at this year's IFT First and IFDA's SMart, and spoke to hundreds of people in the industry about what is on their minds. Welcome to this quarter's events recap, where Sam and Ian discuss:

  • major trends in the industry, from foodservice to insights to tech and more;
  • biggest takeaways from the field;
  • the changing role AI plays right now;
  • opportunities for better collaboration in the industry; 
  • and even a bit about Beyoncé! 

What are your biggest takeaways from recent conferences? Let us know at live @ tastewise.io!

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Consumer Insights Best Practices | Katie Kaylor, Global CMI Foresight, Mars Food 35 35 Consumer Insights Best Practices | Katie Kaylor, Global CMI Foresight, Mars Food full ea6dc430-37ee-46fc-85be-9eed8c6c7852 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9ec79883 Are you placing your consumers at the center of everything you do? The right sources, tools, and practices are crucial for a comprehensive understanding of consumer behavior. Katie Kaylor of Mars Foods joins the pod to discuss how to effectively conduct consumer insights in an ever-changing industry. 

Highlights include: 

  • The clear benefits of using multiple sources (and the role of AI)
  • How to analyze data effectively and quickly 
  • How to be more proactive to anticipate business - and consumer - needs
  • Why cross-functional collaboration matters more than ever
  • The importance of staying ethical
  • and more!

Are you more of a visual learner? Check out the full webinar, complete with slides. 

]]> Are you placing your consumers at the center of everything you do? The right sources, tools, and practices are crucial for a comprehensive understanding of consumer behavior. Katie Kaylor of Mars Foods joins the pod to discuss how to effectively conduct consumer insights in an ever-changing industry. 

Highlights include: 

  • The clear benefits of using multiple sources (and the role of AI)
  • How to analyze data effectively and quickly 
  • How to be more proactive to anticipate business - and consumer - needs
  • Why cross-functional collaboration matters more than ever
  • The importance of staying ethical
  • and more!

Are you more of a visual learner? Check out the full webinar, complete with slides. 

]]> Tue, 16 May 2023 10:09:45 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 1936 Are you placing your consumers at the center of everything you do? The right sources, tools, and practices are crucial for a comprehensive understanding of consumer behavior. Katie Kaylor of Mars Foods joins the pod to discuss how to effectively conduct consumer insights in an ever-changing industry. 

Highlights include: 

  • The clear benefits of using multiple sources (and the role of AI)
  • How to analyze data effectively and quickly 
  • How to be more proactive to anticipate business - and consumer - needs
  • Why cross-functional collaboration matters more than ever
  • The importance of staying ethical
  • and more!

Are you more of a visual learner? Check out the full webinar, complete with slides. 

]]> CPG, consumer insights, food and beverage, market research No State of the Industry: What did we learn from Q1's F&B conferences? 34 34 State of the Industry: What did we learn from Q1's F&B conferences? full 67ce640c-eb69-4c60-b986-0ceb18acc01f https://share.transistor.fm/s/2fae9691 Where is the food and beverage industry headed into 2024 and beyond? Our team held a special live session all about our industry learnings from Q1's conference roadshow, discussing:

  • Top trends we're noticing in the industry;
  • Biggest takeaways from sessions, fireside chats, and more;
  • The role AI is playing right now;
  • Opportunities for better collaboration in the industry; 
  • and more!

Here's the deck we covered in the live session with data + real-world examples on screen. 

Got a question? Noticed something at a conference that you want to discuss? Shoot us a note at live @ tastewise.io .

]]> Where is the food and beverage industry headed into 2024 and beyond? Our team held a special live session all about our industry learnings from Q1's conference roadshow, discussing:

  • Top trends we're noticing in the industry;
  • Biggest takeaways from sessions, fireside chats, and more;
  • The role AI is playing right now;
  • Opportunities for better collaboration in the industry; 
  • and more!

Here's the deck we covered in the live session with data + real-world examples on screen. 

Got a question? Noticed something at a conference that you want to discuss? Shoot us a note at live @ tastewise.io .

]]> Mon, 17 Apr 2023 12:35:40 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2273 Where is the food and beverage industry headed into 2024 and beyond? Our team held a special live session all about our industry learnings from Q1's conference roadshow, discussing:

  • Top trends we're noticing in the industry;
  • Biggest takeaways from sessions, fireside chats, and more;
  • The role AI is playing right now;
  • Opportunities for better collaboration in the industry; 
  • and more!

Here's the deck we covered in the live session with data + real-world examples on screen. 

Got a question? Noticed something at a conference that you want to discuss? Shoot us a note at live @ tastewise.io .

]]> food, CPG, brand manager, trends, conferences, consumer insights No The 'holistic nutrition' opportunity in food & beverage | Tastewise, Vadasz, and Just Legends 33 33 The 'holistic nutrition' opportunity in food & beverage | Tastewise, Vadasz, and Just Legends full 16b36c95-e61b-4a1a-99fd-51b1b1f4128e https://share.transistor.fm/s/aa8a9da8 This week's episode is a short and sweet repost from our friends at the Food Navigator Podcast, hosted by Flora Southey. Tastewise CEO Alon Chen joined Nick Vadasz ("The Pickle Man") of Vadasz Pickles and Ole Schaumberg of Just Legends to explain what consumers crave when it comes to holistic wellness. 

Where once healthy diets focused on weight loss alone, today’s consumers want more from their food and drink. Enter holistic nutrition, which aims to enhance people’s wellbeing – whether that be improving sleep, stress, mood or digestion. How are brands tapping into this trend?

]]> This week's episode is a short and sweet repost from our friends at the Food Navigator Podcast, hosted by Flora Southey. Tastewise CEO Alon Chen joined Nick Vadasz ("The Pickle Man") of Vadasz Pickles and Ole Schaumberg of Just Legends to explain what consumers crave when it comes to holistic wellness. 

Where once healthy diets focused on weight loss alone, today’s consumers want more from their food and drink. Enter holistic nutrition, which aims to enhance people’s wellbeing – whether that be improving sleep, stress, mood or digestion. How are brands tapping into this trend?

]]> Tue, 28 Mar 2023 23:10:21 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 1261 This week's episode is a short and sweet repost from our friends at the Food Navigator Podcast, hosted by Flora Southey. Tastewise CEO Alon Chen joined Nick Vadasz ("The Pickle Man") of Vadasz Pickles and Ole Schaumberg of Just Legends to explain what consumers crave when it comes to holistic wellness. 

Where once healthy diets focused on weight loss alone, today’s consumers want more from their food and drink. Enter holistic nutrition, which aims to enhance people’s wellbeing – whether that be improving sleep, stress, mood or digestion. How are brands tapping into this trend?

]]> food, CPG, nutrition, wellness, holistic, data, AI, trends, beverage No What does it mean to democratize data in food? | Alon Chen, Tastewise CEO & Sharon Cittone, Edible Planet Ventures CEO 32 32 What does it mean to democratize data in food? | Alon Chen, Tastewise CEO & Sharon Cittone, Edible Planet Ventures CEO full a2f1bd8e-2296-4328-87d5-3b90dcb0bd6d https://share.transistor.fm/s/41e0001b We're excited to share a conversation between Sharon Cittone, Edible Planet Ventures CEO and Alon Chen, Tastewise CEO, originally hosted on the Food Tech Junkies podcast. Sharon and Alon explored what democratizing data means in the food and beverage industry, and what impact it can have on our food systems (and consumers!).

Want to learn more about how connections really matter for a resilient food system? Check out Sharon's TEDTalk on systemic and inclusive approaches to address climate challenges. Horizontal connections among global and local stakeholders with complementary, not competing, skills and expertise are often missing in food systems work; to make sustainable change, collaboration is the key!

Want to join the conversation? Let us know on Linkedin. 

]]> We're excited to share a conversation between Sharon Cittone, Edible Planet Ventures CEO and Alon Chen, Tastewise CEO, originally hosted on the Food Tech Junkies podcast. Sharon and Alon explored what democratizing data means in the food and beverage industry, and what impact it can have on our food systems (and consumers!).

Want to learn more about how connections really matter for a resilient food system? Check out Sharon's TEDTalk on systemic and inclusive approaches to address climate challenges. Horizontal connections among global and local stakeholders with complementary, not competing, skills and expertise are often missing in food systems work; to make sustainable change, collaboration is the key!

Want to join the conversation? Let us know on Linkedin. 

]]> Wed, 22 Mar 2023 13:35:14 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2632 We're excited to share a conversation between Sharon Cittone, Edible Planet Ventures CEO and Alon Chen, Tastewise CEO, originally hosted on the Food Tech Junkies podcast. Sharon and Alon explored what democratizing data means in the food and beverage industry, and what impact it can have on our food systems (and consumers!).

Want to learn more about how connections really matter for a resilient food system? Check out Sharon's TEDTalk on systemic and inclusive approaches to address climate challenges. Horizontal connections among global and local stakeholders with complementary, not competing, skills and expertise are often missing in food systems work; to make sustainable change, collaboration is the key!

Want to join the conversation? Let us know on Linkedin. 

]]> food, food tech, CPG, data, AI, food trends No What's on the Menu? Food Trends for 2023 with EIT Foods "The Food Fight Podcast" 31 31 What's on the Menu? Food Trends for 2023 with EIT Foods "The Food Fight Podcast" full 76d285c2-d7f8-4858-a5c6-01d5e54be7d3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4d6dc241 Our very own Sam Newman recently joined our friends at The Food Fight Podcast, hosted by EIT Food, to talk about all things food trends in 2023. Special thanks to Matt and Ed for a fascinating conversation!

There are many reasons to be positive about food going into 2023, including increased global alignment on meeting sustainability goals, a continuing focus on healthier diets, and the opportunity for activists, entrepreneurs and innovators to make their mark on the food system.

As consumers face increasingly tightening budgets, they are looking to make savvy savings. This presents a great opportunity for Long Life Foods, especially alternative protein, dairy and seafood options. Still, we need to actively prioritise the message that ‘clean’ food automatically excludes anything that is processed.

As we look to the future of our food systems, the technology we use in other sectors could be utilised to transform the food system. For example, the technology used by NASA to grow crops in space could be used to help us to grow food in harsh environments, increasing our resilience to extreme weather events and climate change.

Find the original episode here. If you'd like to learn more about Tastewise's view on the future of food and beverage trends in 2023, check out our full trend report. 

]]> Our very own Sam Newman recently joined our friends at The Food Fight Podcast, hosted by EIT Food, to talk about all things food trends in 2023. Special thanks to Matt and Ed for a fascinating conversation!

There are many reasons to be positive about food going into 2023, including increased global alignment on meeting sustainability goals, a continuing focus on healthier diets, and the opportunity for activists, entrepreneurs and innovators to make their mark on the food system.

As consumers face increasingly tightening budgets, they are looking to make savvy savings. This presents a great opportunity for Long Life Foods, especially alternative protein, dairy and seafood options. Still, we need to actively prioritise the message that ‘clean’ food automatically excludes anything that is processed.

As we look to the future of our food systems, the technology we use in other sectors could be utilised to transform the food system. For example, the technology used by NASA to grow crops in space could be used to help us to grow food in harsh environments, increasing our resilience to extreme weather events and climate change.

Find the original episode here. If you'd like to learn more about Tastewise's view on the future of food and beverage trends in 2023, check out our full trend report. 

]]> Mon, 06 Feb 2023 18:15:37 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 3364 Matt at the Food Fight Podcast joins Ed Bergen (Senior Analyst for Food & Nutrition at FutureBridge) and Sam Newman (Senior Enterprise Account Executive and ‘Chief Cheese Officer’ at Tastewise) in looking back on the past year to predict the trends we can expect to see in our food system throughout 2023 and beyond. Matt at the Food Fight Podcast joins Ed Bergen (Senior Analyst for Food & Nutrition at FutureBridge) and Sam Newman (Senior Enterprise Account Executive and ‘Chief Cheese Officer’ at Tastewise) in looking back on the past year to predict the trends we food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Tastewise Talks - Sustainability and the F&B Industry with David Shaw, Kraft Heinz 30 30 Tastewise Talks - Sustainability and the F&B Industry with David Shaw, Kraft Heinz full dffb6a70-dbdb-4b9a-94c9-f0843e6f4392 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3702d46e On November 16th, Alon chatted with David Shaw, ESG Director, International Zone at Kraft Heinz, about sustainability, what it means for 2023, and the role food and beverage must play. They discussed:

  • When we talk about sustainability in 5 years, what will the focus be?
  • What's the role of Big Food in creating a food and beverage industry that's healthier for the planet? 
  • How can we bridge the gap between action/value when it comes to sustainability?
  • What does sustainability mean for business bottom lines?

We want to hear your thoughts! To continue the conversation on sustainability, write to us at live@tastewise.io, connect to Alon and David on Linkedin, and join us for our next Tastewise Talk online. 

]]> On November 16th, Alon chatted with David Shaw, ESG Director, International Zone at Kraft Heinz, about sustainability, what it means for 2023, and the role food and beverage must play. They discussed:

  • When we talk about sustainability in 5 years, what will the focus be?
  • What's the role of Big Food in creating a food and beverage industry that's healthier for the planet? 
  • How can we bridge the gap between action/value when it comes to sustainability?
  • What does sustainability mean for business bottom lines?

We want to hear your thoughts! To continue the conversation on sustainability, write to us at live@tastewise.io, connect to Alon and David on Linkedin, and join us for our next Tastewise Talk online. 

]]> Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:56:11 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 2520 This episode is a special rendition of a live discussion we had on Tastewise Talks, a series of conversations between Tastewise CEO Alon Chen and insightful thought leaders in the food & beverage industry. On November 16th, Alon chatted with David Shaw, ESG Director, International Zone at Kraft Heinz, about sustainability, what it means for 2023, and the role food and beverage must play. This episode is a special rendition of a live discussion we had on Tastewise Talks, a series of conversations between Tastewise CEO Alon Chen and insightful thought leaders in the food & beverage industry. On November 16th, Alon chatted with David food, beverage, sustainability, product development, climate change, big food No Tastewise Talks - Sustainability and your Bottom Line with Taylor Sokol, Impossible Foods 29 29 Tastewise Talks - Sustainability and your Bottom Line with Taylor Sokol, Impossible Foods full 228f4e32-742b-4c50-abca-9414e19aba2b https://share.transistor.fm/s/dc443ff3 When we talk about sustainability in 5 years, what will the focus be?
What impact does sustainability have on consumer behavior?
What does sustainability mean for business bottom lines?

We want to hear your thoughts! To continue the conversation on sustainability, connect with Taylor and Alon on Linkedin, write to us at live@tastewise.io, and join us for our next Tastewise Talk online. 

]]> When we talk about sustainability in 5 years, what will the focus be?
What impact does sustainability have on consumer behavior?
What does sustainability mean for business bottom lines?

We want to hear your thoughts! To continue the conversation on sustainability, connect with Taylor and Alon on Linkedin, write to us at live@tastewise.io, and join us for our next Tastewise Talk online. 

]]> Wed, 16 Nov 2022 10:23:02 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 2808 This episode is a special rendition of a live discussion we had on Tastewise Talks, a series of conversations between Tastewise CEO Alon Chen and insightful thought leaders in the food & beverage industry. On October 25th, Alon chatted with Taylor Sokol, Strategic Partnerships at Impossible Foods, about all things sustainability - its role in the plant-based space, what it means for business bottom lines, and more. This episode is a special rendition of a live discussion we had on Tastewise Talks, a series of conversations between Tastewise CEO Alon Chen and insightful thought leaders in the food & beverage industry. On October 25th, Alon chatted with Taylor food, sustainability, brands, plant-based No US inflation part II: What does it mean for brands selling to restaurants? 28 28 US inflation part II: What does it mean for brands selling to restaurants? full 42e49a55-d7ba-45d7-96df-397e95e9eb01 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d0616243 Wed, 17 Aug 2022 07:12:06 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2486 In this second episode of our inflation series, Ron and Miriam take a look at how inflation impacts brands like Pepsi, Coke, Beyond Meat and more across the US - and what brands of all sizes need to know when building strategies to sell into restaurants. In this second episode of our inflation series, Ron and Miriam take a look at how inflation impacts brands like Pepsi, Coke, Beyond Meat and more across the US - and what brands of all sizes need to know when building strategies to sell into restaurants. food, beverage, brands, inflation, restaurants, strategy, sales No Inflation hits foodservice, and everyone wants to know: what does it mean for my brand? 27 27 Inflation hits foodservice, and everyone wants to know: what does it mean for my brand? full b394c1d2-2e7b-49d8-8632-514838433a60 https://share.transistor.fm/s/74a721b0 Wed, 03 Aug 2022 09:06:53 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2277 Ron and Miriam explore exactly what inflation means for food prices at restaurants across the US, evaluating insights across chains, geographic locations, and more for their impact on the industry. Ron and Miriam explore exactly what inflation means for food prices at restaurants across the US, evaluating insights across chains, geographic locations, and more for their impact on the industry. food, inflation, innovation, menus, restaurants No The End Of Healthy Eating 26 26 The End Of Healthy Eating full f1784749-7120-4957-8b50-cde42ec51f15 https://share.transistor.fm/s/db496a50 Wed, 01 Jun 2022 09:10:58 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 1678 Interest in health broadly within food and beverage is going down, but some specific health needs are on the rise. What does this tell us about today's consumers - and what does it mean for the industry? Miriam and Ron take a look at the changing world of healthy food & beverage. Interest in health broadly within food and beverage is going down, but some specific health needs are on the rise. What does this tell us about today's consumers - and what does it mean for the industry? Miriam and Ron take a look at the changing world of food, branding, marketing, health, CPG, functional health No The Next 5 Years Of Condiments 25 25 The Next 5 Years Of Condiments full 31c2ba4e-7e30-4346-a615-5c2dcb5049d5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7c523b4d Wed, 18 May 2022 09:00:00 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2674 What sauces, condiments, and dressings are consumers dipping into today - and what can we expect from the category in the year ahead? Ron and Miriam explore the top 5 concepts driving sauce trends, and the surprising connection between this category and others What sauces, condiments, and dressings are consumers dipping into today - and what can we expect from the category in the year ahead? Ron and Miriam explore the top 5 concepts driving sauce trends, and the surprising connection between this category and o food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No What even is alternative dairy? 24 24 What even is alternative dairy? full e7bd0cc3-5007-4533-8735-e8d9babef2f3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3efdedb6 Wed, 04 May 2022 12:00:00 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2664 Miriam and Ron introduce a primer on complex world of alternative dairy, and what to expect from the category in the coming months. Miriam and Ron introduce a primer on complex world of alternative dairy, and what to expect from the category in the coming months. food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Introduction to Australian Food and Beverage: What Trends are Noteworthy for 2022? 23 23 Introduction to Australian Food and Beverage: What Trends are Noteworthy for 2022? full dde25d30-b108-4f07-be78-181e3f575a13 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ce0d2e6b Mon, 25 Apr 2022 08:56:18 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 1652 Welcome to the land down under - where food and beverage trends have their own, unique character. What can brands expect from Australian food & bev in 2022? Welcome to the land down under - where food and beverage trends have their own, unique character. What can brands expect from Australian food & bev in 2022? food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No State of food service: how decisions are made in a changing industry with Niv Saar 22 22 State of food service: how decisions are made in a changing industry with Niv Saar full 1e7688aa-a538-4c1b-ba57-aad2c8ba99c0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4a819d38 Thu, 10 Mar 2022 10:42:28 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 2558 Food service has been through a heck of a lot in the last 2 years, from restaurants to distributors to manufacturers, and everyone in between. These changes have prompted a lot of changes on the plate - and behind the scenes. How are decisions made in today's industry? Food service sales expert Niv Saar joins Miriam to walk through different challenges and problem-solving strategies in today's landscape. Food service has been through a heck of a lot in the last 2 years, from restaurants to distributors to manufacturers, and everyone in between. These changes have prompted a lot of changes on the plate - and behind the scenes. How are decisions made in tod food service, sales, branding, manufacturer, food, distributor, restaurant, CPG No Mind the gap: using menu data to identify and close missing revenue opportunities 21 21 Mind the gap: using menu data to identify and close missing revenue opportunities full 35bcfdc9-6ab7-4aa8-bde9-6307d4965cb1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4ba8c1a0 Thu, 24 Feb 2022 03:06:51 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 2025 It's food service sales month! How can restaurants and their partners look at menu data to create more profitable relationships - and tastier dishes for their customers? Miriam and Ron take a look at how menu gaps reveal missing revenue opportunities. It's food service sales month! How can restaurants and their partners look at menu data to create more profitable relationships - and tastier dishes for their customers? Miriam and Ron take a look at how menu gaps reveal missing revenue opportunities. food, revenue, menu, restaurants, distributors, data No Which US cities hold the biggest delivery opportunities? 20 20 Which US cities hold the biggest delivery opportunities? full ecf47938-37df-461a-a36e-858fbde6eaa7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ee0ce370 Thu, 10 Feb 2022 13:02:04 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 2659 Delivery is bigger - and better - than ever. How can delivery trends dictate strategy for restaurants and distributors? Miriam and Ron explore this question through delivery trends in and across US cities. Delivery is bigger - and better - than ever. How can delivery trends dictate strategy for restaurants and distributors? Miriam and Ron explore this question through delivery trends in and across US cities. food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Top 7 UK Food and Beverage Trends to Watch in 2022 19 19 Top 7 UK Food and Beverage Trends to Watch in 2022 full 9f3eb6b2-8737-4e87-9ed7-ab3404a67dac https://share.transistor.fm/s/5a4fa3d1 Wed, 19 Jan 2022 12:15:23 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 2797 In this week's episode, Ron and Miriam turn their attention across the pond to the UK's dynamic and rich food and beverage scene. What trends will make the most impact in the UK in 2022? In this week's episode, Ron and Miriam turn their attention across the pond to the UK's dynamic and rich food and beverage scene. What trends will make the most impact in the UK in 2022? food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Part 2: What are the Top US F&B Trends for 2022? 18 18 Part 2: What are the Top US F&B Trends for 2022? full 01d70675-b7dd-4a2a-95c8-b7d5b3a401db https://share.transistor.fm/s/33b88b83 Thu, 13 Jan 2022 12:01:04 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 2975 Welcome to Season 2 of the pod! What flavor, health, and sustainability trends do you need to know about in 2022? Ron and Miriam cover the food & beverage trends worth watching in the new year in part 2 of this special 2 part series. Welcome to Season 2 of the pod! What flavor, health, and sustainability trends do you need to know about in 2022? Ron and Miriam cover the food & beverage trends worth watching in the new year in part 2 of this special 2 part series. food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Part 1: What are the Top US F&B Trends for 2022? 17 17 Part 1: What are the Top US F&B Trends for 2022? full f58ac395-7d83-46cb-a068-4642fe48db33 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6084e818 Wed, 05 Jan 2022 11:53:43 -0500 Tastewise Tastewise 2789 Welcome to Season 2 of the pod! What flavor, health, and sustainability trends do you need to know about in 2022? Ron and Miriam cover the food & beverage trends worth watching in the new year in part 1 of this special 2 part series. Welcome to Season 2 of the pod! What flavor, health, and sustainability trends do you need to know about in 2022? Ron and Miriam cover the food & beverage trends worth watching in the new year in part 1 of this special 2 part series. food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Battle of the Plates: Takeout vs. Pantry 16 16 Battle of the Plates: Takeout vs. Pantry full 94547003-130c-4b1c-a2f4-94154d2c5d1e https://share.transistor.fm/s/f9669800 Thu, 14 Oct 2021 08:12:10 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2590 When it comes to evaluating trends, how can you best understand the context? Miriam and Ron explore some of today's top consumer needs, and how they perform through takeout vs. home cooking. When it comes to evaluating trends, how can you best understand the context? Miriam and Ron explore some of today's top consumer needs, and how they perform through takeout vs. home cooking. food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No The F&B industry's digital transformation with Amy Hilman, Tastewise Customer Success 15 15 The F&B industry's digital transformation with Amy Hilman, Tastewise Customer Success full 305c0953-afdf-44c1-8424-a69f94099771 https://share.transistor.fm/s/81ecc354 Thu, 07 Oct 2021 04:05:40 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 948 Amy Hilman joins the pod to discuss the digital transformation across food and beverage new product, marketing campaign, and sales strategy development. Amy Hilman joins the pod to discuss the digital transformation across food and beverage new product, marketing campaign, and sales strategy development. food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Let them eat cake: top 5 cake trends in the US for back to school 14 14 Let them eat cake: top 5 cake trends in the US for back to school full 97d5084a-9fc6-48a9-b3dd-26b4066e0984 https://share.transistor.fm/s/90c4b99a What are the top cake trends this fall, and how can marketers, new product developers, and more take advantage of these trends this season? 

]]> What are the top cake trends this fall, and how can marketers, new product developers, and more take advantage of these trends this season? 

]]> Wed, 29 Sep 2021 07:17:14 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 1928 What are the top cake trends this fall, and how can marketers, new product developers, and more take advantage of these trends this season? 

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Fall Trend Roundup: Top 3 consumer needs 13 13 Fall Trend Roundup: Top 3 consumer needs full d025b286-6daf-4c2e-a6c6-b3b181eb5719 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1069c991 Miriam and Ron dive into the 3 consumer need trends you need to know about for fall, 2021.

]]> Miriam and Ron dive into the 3 consumer need trends you need to know about for fall, 2021.

]]> Wed, 22 Sep 2021 11:50:24 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2103 Miriam and Ron dive into the 3 consumer need trends you need to know about for fall, 2021.

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Why personalized nutrition is the future for CPGs | Rachel Yarcony, CEO @ myAir 12 12 Why personalized nutrition is the future for CPGs | Rachel Yarcony, CEO @ myAir full 599a2430-c254-47ca-82a8-0f80aa238463 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2f252f0c Wed, 15 Sep 2021 09:51:23 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2617 Welcoming Rachel Yarconi from myAir to the pod! Rachel has incredible insights into the world of personalized nutrition and how CPGs can leverage this space for a positive impact on the world, consumers' lives, and of course - the business. Welcoming Rachel Yarconi from myAir to the pod! Rachel has incredible insights into the world of personalized nutrition and how CPGs can leverage this space for a positive impact on the world, consumers' lives, and of course - the business. food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No How to use data in food & beverage NPD, marketing, and sales 11 11 How to use data in food & beverage NPD, marketing, and sales full c48957f2-9120-4775-93a3-4183404f68ee https://share.transistor.fm/s/1a8a62c4 Everyone's talking about AI, digital transformation, and the power/promise of data - but what does that actually mean for food and beverage industry stakeholders? 

]]> Everyone's talking about AI, digital transformation, and the power/promise of data - but what does that actually mean for food and beverage industry stakeholders? 

]]> Thu, 02 Sep 2021 04:15:04 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 1926 Everyone's talking about AI, digital transformation, and the power/promise of data - but what does that actually mean for food and beverage industry stakeholders? 

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No What are consumers looking for in plant-based alternatives? | Miriam Aniel, Head of Content @ Tastewise 10 10 What are consumers looking for in plant-based alternatives? | Miriam Aniel, Head of Content @ Tastewise full 7b28cda4-4efd-45d3-8107-c469fa75a16b https://share.transistor.fm/s/11e92c15 Plant-based meat alternatives are a big deal. In this episode, we cover what consumers look for in the alt meat market - and most importantly, why! Want to read the full Tastewise market report on alt proteins? Get your free copy here: https://reports.tastewise.io/hubfs/Q3%20Market%20Report%20Alternative%20Proteins.pdf

]]> Plant-based meat alternatives are a big deal. In this episode, we cover what consumers look for in the alt meat market - and most importantly, why! Want to read the full Tastewise market report on alt proteins? Get your free copy here: https://reports.tastewise.io/hubfs/Q3%20Market%20Report%20Alternative%20Proteins.pdf

]]> Wed, 25 Aug 2021 11:54:30 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2165 Plant-based meat alternatives are a big deal. In this episode, we cover what consumers look for in the alt meat market - and most importantly, why! Want to read the full Tastewise market report on alt proteins? Get your free copy here: https://reports.tastewise.io/hubfs/Q3%20Market%20Report%20Alternative%20Proteins.pdf

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No How Redefine Meat captures the "New Meat" opportunity | Eshchar Ben-Shitrit, CEO @ Redefine Meat 9 9 How Redefine Meat captures the "New Meat" opportunity | Eshchar Ben-Shitrit, CEO @ Redefine Meat full 2edc1972-297f-4165-bece-3537e37fa4c3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e6583a62 Welcoming Redefine Meat CEO Eshchar Ben Shitrit to the pod! Eshchar shares his experience of alternative proteins, and the ethos behind Redefine Meat's industry-changing work. 

]]> Welcoming Redefine Meat CEO Eshchar Ben Shitrit to the pod! Eshchar shares his experience of alternative proteins, and the ethos behind Redefine Meat's industry-changing work. 

]]> Wed, 18 Aug 2021 06:19:31 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2553 Welcoming Redefine Meat CEO Eshchar Ben Shitrit to the pod! Eshchar shares his experience of alternative proteins, and the ethos behind Redefine Meat's industry-changing work. 

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No How startups are seizing the $14B alternative protein opportunity | Aviv Oren, Good Food Institute 8 8 How startups are seizing the $14B alternative protein opportunity | Aviv Oren, Good Food Institute full 92104a0f-0d5b-44ee-8911-563ecd5a0e4c https://share.transistor.fm/s/dec02d10 Thu, 12 Aug 2021 06:41:45 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 1903 Welcoming Aviv Oren from the Good Food Institute (GFI) to the pod! Aviv discuss the huge opportunity alternative proteins present the food and beverage industry, and what stakeholders need to do about it. Welcoming Aviv Oren from the Good Food Institute (GFI) to the pod! Aviv discuss the huge opportunity alternative proteins present the food and beverage industry, and what stakeholders need to do about it. food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No A primer on alternative protein | Miriam Aniel, Head of Content @ Tastewise 7 7 A primer on alternative protein | Miriam Aniel, Head of Content @ Tastewise full 595bec46-2948-4413-a28c-83d46f72b7ee https://share.transistor.fm/s/6ec254b0 Thu, 05 Aug 2021 04:17:01 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 1889 What makes meat, "meat"? And what constitutes an *alternative* to meat? Miriam walks us through the interesting world of alternative proteins, and what they mean for the market. What makes meat, "meat"? And what constitutes an *alternative* to meat? Miriam walks us through the interesting world of alternative proteins, and what they mean for the market. food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No Carrot cakes and seasonal trends | Miriam Aniel, Head of Content @ Tastewise 6 6 Carrot cakes and seasonal trends | Miriam Aniel, Head of Content @ Tastewise full af934f42-ba30-4a68-9774-8b96bdaeaeae https://share.transistor.fm/s/56638512 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 02:50:37 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 1570 How can you understand the role seasonality plays in the life cycle of a trend? Miriam uses carrot cake - and other delicious dishes - to discuss how best to leverage seasonality to your advantage. How can you understand the role seasonality plays in the life cycle of a trend? Miriam uses carrot cake - and other delicious dishes - to discuss how best to leverage seasonality to your advantage. food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No How to tell the difference between a fad and a trend | Miriam Aniel, Head of Content @ Tastewise 5 5 How to tell the difference between a fad and a trend | Miriam Aniel, Head of Content @ Tastewise full 212ed497-2128-4c84-aedd-4583f1364988 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bce124c5 We hear the word "trending" a lot in our industry, but what actually constitutes a trend? How can you tell if something is here to stay, or just a 'flash in the pan'? Miriam and Ron talk about the difference between a fad and a trend, and how businesses can use data on trends to their advantage. 

]]> We hear the word "trending" a lot in our industry, but what actually constitutes a trend? How can you tell if something is here to stay, or just a 'flash in the pan'? Miriam and Ron talk about the difference between a fad and a trend, and how businesses can use data on trends to their advantage. 

]]> Tue, 20 Jul 2021 11:55:10 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2149 We hear the word "trending" a lot in our industry, but what actually constitutes a trend? How can you tell if something is here to stay, or just a 'flash in the pan'? Miriam and Ron talk about the difference between a fad and a trend, and how businesses can use data on trends to their advantage. 

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No From Nostalgia to Sustainability - consumer motivations are crucial | Miriam Aniel, Head of Content @ Tastewise 4 4 From Nostalgia to Sustainability - consumer motivations are crucial | Miriam Aniel, Head of Content @ Tastewise full 4f789f02-805f-48a3-b4d2-69aa738166d6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6e0d370a Tue, 13 Jul 2021 11:51:17 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2102 Consumer motivations are at the root of every single successful product, dish, or trend. How can businesses understand what motivates consumers? Consumer motivations are at the root of every single successful product, dish, or trend. How can businesses understand what motivates consumers? food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No How AI impacts the F&B Industry | Alon Chen, CEO & Co-founder @ Tastewise 3 3 How AI impacts the F&B Industry | Alon Chen, CEO & Co-founder @ Tastewise full 922f549d-e4a1-46f5-b9f4-e890f346d207 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d1d78a7f Tue, 29 Jun 2021 12:00:00 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 2543 Welcoming Tastewise CEO and co-founder Alon Chen to the pod! Alon and Ron discuss the role AI plays in today's F&B industry - and what to expect in the future. Welcoming Tastewise CEO and co-founder Alon Chen to the pod! Alon and Ron discuss the role AI plays in today's F&B industry - and what to expect in the future. food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No How to introduce unique flavors to new markets | Rachel Waynberg, meal innovation @ Freshly 2 2 How to introduce unique flavors to new markets | Rachel Waynberg, meal innovation @ Freshly full 56bb5611-5cb6-4e8e-9472-1fc28d841de0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4050fa5f Welcoming Rachel Waynberg from Freshly to the pod! Rachel and Ron discuss how to strike the balance between familiarity and trying something new in today's dynamic flavor landscape - especially as consumers become more aware of (and open to!) global flavors. 

]]> Welcoming Rachel Waynberg from Freshly to the pod! Rachel and Ron discuss how to strike the balance between familiarity and trying something new in today's dynamic flavor landscape - especially as consumers become more aware of (and open to!) global flavors. 

]]> Tue, 22 Jun 2021 12:01:09 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 3297 Welcoming Rachel Waynberg from Freshly to the pod! Rachel and Ron discuss how to strike the balance between familiarity and trying something new in today's dynamic flavor landscape - especially as consumers become more aware of (and open to!) global flavors. 

]]> food, branding, CPG, brand manager, food marketing No What does an executive chef do? | Einav Gefen, Exec Chef @ Unilever 1 1 What does an executive chef do? | Einav Gefen, Exec Chef @ Unilever full 12b67173-4cd1-4582-8936-79fb5780c573 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f0cdfc06 Welcoming Einav Gefen, Executive Chef at Unilever, to the pod! Einav and Ron discuss the ins-and-outs of being an executive chef, and how understanding what is *actually* on consumer plates is crucial.

]]> Welcoming Einav Gefen, Executive Chef at Unilever, to the pod! Einav and Ron discuss the ins-and-outs of being an executive chef, and how understanding what is *actually* on consumer plates is crucial.

]]> Sun, 13 Jun 2021 03:02:33 -0400 Tastewise Tastewise 3287 Welcoming Einav Gefen, Executive Chef at Unilever, to the pod! Einav and Ron discuss the ins-and-outs of being an executive chef, and how understanding what is *actually* on consumer plates is crucial.

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