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 …

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 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 devel…

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 …

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 …

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 embra…

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, …

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 …

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 foodserv…

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: majo…

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 …

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 collabo…

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 los…

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 abou…

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 conti…

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 hea…

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 …

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.By Tastewise

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.By Tastewise

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.By Tastewise

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 othersBy Tastewise

Miriam and Ron introduce a primer on complex world of alternative dairy, and what to expect from the category in the coming months.By Tastewise

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?By Tastewise

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 challe…

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.By Tastewise

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.By Tastewise

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?By Tastewise

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.By Tastewise

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.By Tastewise

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.By Tastewise

Amy Hilman joins the pod to discuss the digital transformation across food and beverage new product, marketing campaign, and sales strategy development.By Tastewise

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

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

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.By Tastewise

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?By Tastewise

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…

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.By Tastewise

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.By Tastewise

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.By Tastewise

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.By Tastewise

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.By Tastewise

Consumer motivations are at the root of every single successful product, dish, or trend. How can businesses understand what motivates consumers?By Tastewise

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.By Tastewise

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.By Tastewise

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.By Tastewise