BC Food News

The podcast episode from BC Food News, hosted by Jennifer English, focused on the new global candy brand from Bazooka Brands, Go Wandr. The brand aims to deliver a variety of the world's best candies to American customers. The first product from Go Wandr is the Mini Mochi Gummy, a combination of a traditional gummy and the bounce of a Japanese mochi. This product brings unique and innovative globa...

On this episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English discusses the new investments made by the Canadian government to accelerate clean technology innovation in the agri-food sector. Key focus is on the substantial funding of up to $3.25 million awarded to the Canadian Food Innovation Network Inc. or CFIN from the Agricultural Clean Technology Program Research and Innovation Stream Accelerator (A...

In the latest episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English discusses Lawry's new campaign, 'Mama Said Lawry's', which features GRAMMY and Golden Globe-nominated artist Wiz Khalifa and his mom, Peachie. The campaign, launched in time for cookout season, celebrates moms as the original flavor experts and the comfort of home-cooked meals. Wiz Khalifa shares the authentic experience of using Lawry's...

In this episode of BC Food News, Jennifer English explores the booming global frozen ready meals market, projected to grow from USD 89.2 billion in 2026 to around USD 134.7 billion by 2036 as a result of busy lifestyles and rising urbanization. Convenience is driving the demand for these meals, prompting manufacturers to enhance quality, sustainability, and innovation in packaging and meal options...

On the latest episode of BC Food News, Jennifer English explores the partnership between Peroni Nastro Azzurro, globally recognised as the number one premium Italian beer, and Canadian TV personality and food expert Antoni Porowski. The aim of this partnership is to elevate summer hosting experiences by infusing them with the elegance and simplicity of Italian style. The series, available on Peron...

In this episode of BC Food News, we discuss the exciting new global campaign by ST-GERMAIN Elderflower Liqueur, starring actress Sophie Turner. The campaign, set in the French Riviera, explores savoring simple moments of delight with a ST-GERMAIN Spritz. Turner is seen in a short film enjoying a beach day with friends and turning a stormy weather to a sunny day, all while sipping on a refreshing S...

The podcast, BC Food News, hosted by Jennifer English, reveals new information on the availability of vineyard-designate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from Joseph Phelps Vineyards' Freestone Winery in the Sonoma Coast. Historically, these wines were only available to Phelps Preferred club members. The wines, tastefully crafted by winemaker Justin Ennis, have a unique character due to the vineyards' lo...

Jennifer English, in this episode of BC Food News, discusses the unique collaboration between Athletic Brewing Company and Premier Lacrosse League with a new non-alcoholic beer named 'Crease Crusher.' Deemed America's largest dedicated non-alcoholic brewer, Athletic's unique brew combines a light malt sweetness with fruity notes, created specifically for lacrosse fans and players. It will be avail...

The podcast, hosted by Jennifer English, discusses Evian's role as a key player in the Las Vegas hospitality scene, with specific focus on their partnerships, influence on fine dining, and hydration provisions in leading Las Vegas dining spots. Evian has been announced as the Official Still Water Partner of Sphere Entertainment Co, extending the brand’s reach to global spectators and the world's l...

In the latest episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English discusses the launch of Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley in Times Square. The show provides a backstory of the restaurant chain, tracing its roots to Kevin's formative years learning to cook with his grandmother, an experience that instilled a philosophy of love through food service. The new restaurant, famous for its 'vibe-dining' an...

The BC Food News podcast, hosted by Jennifer English, brought listeners news of a significant innovation in restaurant tech. She discussed the collaboration between Moxie Labs and the beloved American restaurant brand Hattie B's Hot Chicken. Moxie Labs deployed its novel customer experience platform FNGRFOOD, tailored specifically for Hattie B's, to provide an all-in-one solution for POS systems,...

In the latest episode of BC Food News hosted by Jennifer English, the focus was given to the new Mediterranean Tuna Bowls launched by Genova Premium Tuna. These ready-to-eat, high-protein bowls are designed for busy consumers wanting a nutritious snack or meal. The bowls, available in Lentil & Grain and Bean Salad varieties, are packed with over 20 grams of protein per serving combining premiu...

In this episode of BC Food News, Jennifer English discusses a premier wine event coming to Toronto on May 12, 2026: the Barolo and Barbaresco World Opening (BBWO 2026). Located at the Liberty Grand, BBWO 2026 hosts more than three hundred wines from 166 Piedmontese wineries, offering trade professionals and importers access to the event in the morning and public access in the late afternoon. The e...

The podcast, BC Food News, hosted by Jennifer English, discusses the key findings from the Wissen Research report on the burgeoning wearable technology market. The market is expected to reach an estimated worth of $185 billion by 2030, propelled by a combination of technological advancements, increasing consumer demand for health and fitness solutions, and strategic industry developments. The podc...

In the BC Food News podcast, host Jennifer English discusses Hornitos Tequila's exciting new cocktail collaboration 'All You Need Is Three,' in partnership with DJ trio Las Flaquitas. The project, set to debut at the upcoming Hornitos Mex Gala, embraces Latin flavors, culture and community, enhancing the spirit of Cinco de Mayo. Representative cocktails include the tropical Horchata Colada, fruity...

In the BC Food News podcast hosted by Jennifer English, the focus is on the future of the organic foods market. The podcast highlights how the market is experiencing a high-growth phase, with key companies like Danone, Nestlé, General Mills, HiPP, and Nature's Path Foods playing significant roles in driving trends. The critical strategies include innovative product offers, robust certification sys...

In this episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English focused on the 'Bean Appétit' campaign from Jelly Belly®, one of the global confectioners by Ferrara Candy Company. Jelly Belly has redesigned its image for a younger generation, featuring a new brand look, digital short films, and curated collections of gourmet jelly beans, squeezing in the experience of tasting sunshine-warmed cherries or fr...

In this episode of BC Food News, the host, Jennifer English, discusses the various offerings from Kroger to help listeners create a memorable Mother’s Day celebration without any stress or hefty price tags. The episode covers planning, from brunch options to evening meals and from Blooming plants to chocolate-dipped strawberries, all aimed at pleasing different types of mothers. The host emphasize...

The recent episode of BC Food News, hosted by Jennifer English, highlights the reappointment of Brian Douglas as Chairperson of the Farm Products Council of Canada (FPCC), announced by the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food. Brian Douglas, with his 41 years of service in Canadian agriculture development and various government departments, is set to continue his role...

In this episode of BC Food News, Jennifer English discusses the upcoming Champagne Specialist Certification Weekend, an exclusive event organized by the Commonwealth Wine School. The course, officially recognized by the Comité Champagne and developed by the region's governing body, offers a deep dive into the history, production, and diversity of Champagne. Participants will enhance their descript...

In this episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English discusses the global celebration of New Zealand's white wines taking place across Canada in May. As part of the 'Pour Yourself a Glass of New Zealand' campaign, launched by New Zealand Winegrowers, these events are set to coincide with International Sauvignon Blanc Day on May 1st, International Pinot Gris Day on May 17th, and International Cha...

The BC Food News podcast, hosted by Jennifer English, discusses the expansion into the spirits industry by ROCK'N Vodka, a company co-owned by Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Rick Nielsen and entrepreneurs Andy and Isabelle Roiniotis. Having gained recognition for its 100% non-GMO sugarcane vodka, the company is now broadening its portfolio into bourbon and various other spirit categories. A key str...

On the BC Food News podcast hosted by Jennifer English, the spotlight was on the recently launched U.S. Restaurant Ambassador Council by OpenTable. This initiative consists of 20 top professionals from the hospitality industry representing 17 cities in the U.S. The council, in partnership with OpenTable's executive team, intends to intimately discuss the latest industry trends, share feedback, and...

The podcast episode of BC Food News, hosted by Jennifer English, discussed the productive collaboration between Taiwanese and Japanese agri-food tech startups following the series of events at SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026. Taiwan's food-tech accelerator HAOSHi led a Taiwanese delegation to the event, where they connected with the Japanese market and explored partnership and investment opportunities. The...

On this episode of BC Food News, Jennifer English discusses the significant growth of the global herb and spice extracts market, expected to rise from a value of 18.5 billion dollars in 2026 to an estimated 25.5 billion dollars by 2036. Factors contributing to this growth include increasing consumer preferences for natural, clean-label ingredients, and awareness of health benefits provided by bota...