Ingrained Insights Podcast

After decades in the baking business, the Ozery family is going against the grain—literally. First, the Ozery Bakery’s SeedWise offshoot came out with grain-free granolas. Now, the company has launched better-for-you cookies that promise better taste. We chatted with CEO/founder Guy Ozery to get the scoop.

Ingrained Insights sits down with Pork King Good Owner Lauren Koston as we explore the unorthodox tastes of her company's snack products. We discuss how to come up with innovative flavors, the struggles of growing an independent snack company, and the benefits of joining SNAC International. 

Founder and CEO Poorvi Patodia started the company 11 years ago, on a mission to create healthy snacks for her family that actually tasted good. Now, the chickpea-centric snack purveyor’s wares can be found across the country at Target, Whole Foods Market, Kroger, and more. We chatted about her journey from the kitchen to nationwide retail shelves, and what the producer has planned.

It is never too early to think of holiday bakery offerings. In this podcast, Hornev tells SF&WB’s Brett Parker all Dawn Exceptional Majestic Gingerbread Cake Donut Mix, a hybrid of two delicious bakery tastes fused into doughnut heaven. We discuss the inception of the product, keeping doughnut ideas fresh, and future baking goods her company is focusing on.  

After Jerrod Adkins set out to create low-carb, high-protein bread, he and his team spent seven years coming up with a recipe, fine-tuning and tweaking it until they were satisfied with the balance of flavor, nutrition, texture, and clean label. The UnbelievaBuns founder spoke with SF&WB about the journey, and plans for the brand’s future. 

Ingrained Insights sits down with Mark Strobel, Vice President of Primera Technology, as he discusses EDDIE, The Edible Printmaker which creates immaculate and delicious cookie designs in a matter of minutes.  Mark discusses the inception of the product, the art of creating edible ink, and unique feedback from the baking community about the product.

Wildway is one producer that doesn’t go with the grain—literally. The company specializes in grain-free snacks, granolas, and hot cereals. In addition to being in line with a number of growing consumer and product trends (grain-free formulations, keto, paleo, etc.), the company also focuses on sustainability throughout the operation. We sat down with Koehler, Wildway CEO and founder, to learn more...

Cook is the co-founder and chief growth officer of Something Sweet Dough, a company that sends delicious ready-to-bake cookie dough straight to your door. Not your typical start-up story, it is a family-owned business that took a personal tragedy and transformed it into a business triumph. She spoke with SF&WB Multimedia Specialist Brett Parker about overcoming challenges, what goes into a mem...

Shukla has only been vice president of the processing and packaging solutions provider, but he’s no stranger to the field, with nearly 10 years of experience at the company and about three decades in the industry. He spoke with Chief Editor Jenni Spinner live from SNAXPO23 in Orlando about the company and issues impacting snack professionals.

Over the course of his career, Norris (director of diversity and inclusion at Highland Baking, Northbrook, IL) has worked to make the family-owned bakery operation a welcoming, inclusive environment. He spoke to SF&WB Chief Editor Jenni Spinner live from the recent ASB BakingTECH event in Chicago about his career, and how producers can launch and run their own DE&I programs.

The Flavor Pavilion competition is one of the most anticipated events at SNAXPO 2023 (taking place in Orlando, FL, March 19-21). Cantore, vice president of sales with Carolina Ingredients, offers a taste of what attendees can expect at the event and shares insights gained from his years of experience serving the snack and bakery industry.

Owned and operated by the Spannuth family, Unique Snacks has been all about pretzels for more than a century. Its latest innovation, Puffzels, marks a foray into new territory while, thanks to the fun pretzel shape, honoring the company’s history. Justin tells us about the new product, growing up in pretzels, and taking on the position of chair of SNAC International ahead of SNAXPO23.

As the newly appointed leader of the ABA, Dell is responsible for leading the group’s 300+ members in its mission to promote and grow the bakery industry. He spoke with SF&WB Group Publisher Doug Peckenpaugh about the challenges baking professionals face and his vision for the future of the association.

Gut health is a hot topic these days, and consumers are increasingly interested in foods that benefit their microbiome. Denisse Colindres, nutrition communication manager, BENEO, shares trends in this particular space and discusses use of chicory root fiber in snacks and bakery products.

What kinds of flavors and colors will consumers be hungry for in the coming year? Jennifer Zhou, ADM’s senior director of product marketing for North America, shares insights on what might be in store.

Hostess Brands President and CEO Andy Callahan talk about the company’s approach to a range of crucial issues, including sustainability, workforce development, safety, and more.

Dave Watson, food, bakery, and snacks engineering SME, The Austin Company, talks about the BEST in Baking Program at IBIE 2022, including its origins and how it has expanded over the years.

Tom Newmaster, Partner, FORCEpkg, relates his experience in packaging design analysis and disruption as an instructor at the Pennsylvania College of Art & Design.

Kristy Lewis, chief visionary officer and chairwoman of the board at Quinn Snacks, talks about category and supply-chain innovation.

Get a view of the behind-the-scenes planning for the International Baking Industry Expo (IBIE) 2022, taking place on September 17-21 in Las Vegas. Michael Cornelis, vice president of international sales and development for American Pan, highlights the top-notch educational components of the tradeshow.

Listen to our discussion with Claire Schlemme, Co-Founder and CEO at Renewal Mill, to learn more about the fight against climate change and global food loss. Renewal Mill focuses on environmental impact through its efforts in upcycling byproducts in food manufacturing into superfood ingredients and premium plant-based pantry samples.

CAULIPOWER’s Founder and Chief Innovation Officer, Gail Becker, shares what's new, including a brand new product. CAULIPOWER is the winner of SF&WB’s 2021 Bakery of the Year Award.

Rich Products is a leader in providing toppings and icings for bakery products. In Episode 39, we speak with Julie Altobello, senior marketing manager of health and authenticity at Rich Products, about what consumers consider when selecting bakery products with 100% plant-based options. 

Listen to the history, fine-tuning, and current trends of Kerry Group's global taste charts with Soumya Nair, an expert with over ten years with the Kerry Insight team.  

David Wagstaff, vice president of North America, St Pierre Groupe (SF&WB's "Bakery of the Year" in 2019), discusses the latest trends and growth in the popularity of brioche. St Pierre Groupe produces a wide range of baked goods and has become synonymous with brioche in the U.S.