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 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 -...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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?...

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...

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...

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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

A primer on the category with Miriam and Ron