The Food Intelligence Podcast

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 comm...

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 i...

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, w...

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...

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 ana...

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...

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...

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...

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 opportun...

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...

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 . 

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.

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.

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

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

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 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 lan...

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.

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.

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?

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 1 of this special 2 part series.

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.

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