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Episode 725 - :

Is There A Future For Plant-Based Meat? And, The Brilliance Of Boston’s Bina.

Is the plant-based meat boom going bust? Despite early excitement and big investments, some brands are in the midst of turbulent times and an uncertain future. The hosts weigh in. Plus, Babak Bina, co-founder of BCB3 Hospitality Group, shares how a deep commitment to guest experience and a love for cultural cuisine helped him develop some of the city's most acclaimed restaurants.

Is There A Future For Plant-Based Meat? And, The Brilliance Of Boston’s Bina.2025-05-16T10:45:18+00:00

Episode 724 - :

Make Drinking Culture Great Again? A Cocktail Icon Has Ideas.

+ Tony Abou-Ganim, Modern Mixologist

Tony Abou-Ganim, a legendary figure in the world of cocktails and hospitality with nearly five decades behind the bar, is sounding an alarm for the industry he cherishes. “Where did the fun go?” he wonders.

Make Drinking Culture Great Again? A Cocktail Icon Has Ideas.2025-05-13T18:54:07+00:00

Episode 723 - :

Own & Infer – Behind The Scenes Of A ‘Perfect’ Brand Refresh

+ Paula Grant, Suite9C & Yanni Hufnagel, Lemon Perfect

After a challenging 2024, Lemon Perfect knew it was time for a reset. Founder Yanni Hufnagel led the charge with a reengineered bottle and improved formula, but the brand’s comeback wouldn’t be complete without a revitalized look. Enter Paula Grant and her creative studio Suite9C, tasked with developing a daring visual identity refresh. This is the story of how a brand turned setback into spotlight.

Own & Infer – Behind The Scenes Of A ‘Perfect’ Brand Refresh2025-05-09T12:19:21+00:00

Episode 722 - :

It’s Kind Of Wild, But Katie Lee Biegel Is Changing The Way We Drink

Bestselling author and TV personality Katie Lee Biegel discusses her journey into the organic wine business as the co-founder of Kind of Wild. She reflects on the evolution of the food and beverage industry, the power of in-person and digital consumer engagement, and why authenticity – not the “celebrity chef” label – is at the heart of her approach to food, wine, and business.

It’s Kind Of Wild, But Katie Lee Biegel Is Changing The Way We Drink2025-05-05T17:30:04+00:00

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Presented by Origin Materials

Origin Materials Reinvents the Beverage Cap with Sustainable PET Innovation

In a recent episode of Taste Radio, John Bissell, CEO and Co-Founder of Origin Materials, introduces a game-changing innovation: a fully recyclable PET cap designed to replace traditional polypropylene (PP) closures. Built for performance, aesthetics, and scalability, Origin’s PET caps offer compatibility with standard formats like 1881, work with off-the-shelf PET (including recycled materials), and [...]

Origin Materials Reinvents the Beverage Cap with Sustainable PET Innovation2025-05-07T14:49:34+00:00

Episode 721 - :

It’s Better For… Who? Plus, How To ‘Rethink’ Food Insecurity.

They call it “better-for-you.” But better for who, exactly? And are trendy startups solving a problem – or just selling the illusion of one? The hosts dig in. We also revisit four interviews from Taste Radio’s NYC meetup, where leaders from innovative food and beverage organizations, including Rethink Food and The Goods Mart, shared insights on mission-driven business models and scaling with purpose.

It’s Better For… Who? Plus, How To ‘Rethink’ Food Insecurity.2025-05-02T11:48:12+00:00

Episode 720 - :

A Kroger ‘King’ Maker Reveals The Keys To Getting On Shelf – And Staying There

+ Todd Davis, King Soopers/City Market

Todd Davis, a veteran category manager with Kroger’s King Soopers and City Market banners, talks about how he identifies standout brands and his belief in founders that are shaking up traditional retail by selling with heart, disrupting with intention and truly connecting with today’s consumer.

A Kroger ‘King’ Maker Reveals The Keys To Getting On Shelf – And Staying There2025-04-29T11:11:49+00:00

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Presented by T. Hasegawa

T. Hasegawa Showcases Next-Level Flavor Innovation with Hasearoma

Mark Webster, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at T. Hasegawa USA, joined Taste Radio to spotlight Hasearoma, a cutting-edge analytical flavor technology developed in partnership with their Tokyo-based parent company. This proprietary innovation enables beverage brands to replicate “gold standard” flavors, from Maui pineapple to Japanese Wagyu, delivering unmatched authenticity and impact. With a [...]

T. Hasegawa Showcases Next-Level Flavor Innovation with Hasearoma2025-05-07T14:45:04+00:00

Episode 719 - :

Scaling Your Tribe. The Komos Way.

+ Ria Soler, Tequila Komos

How do you cultivate a loyal following through word-of-mouth buzz and smart, strategic partnerships without leaning on splashy marketing campaigns or celebrity endorsements? It’s the Komos way.

Scaling Your Tribe. The Komos Way.2025-04-25T16:25:12+00:00

Episode 718 - :

Vision & Virality — How Sauz Became One Of The Hottest Brands In CPG

+ Troy Bonde & Winston Alfieri, Sauz

Troy Bonde and Winston Alfieri aren’t selling your father’s ragu. Instead, the 25-year-old co-founders of Sauz, a bold, culture-forward pasta sauce brand, are reimagining what it means to build a modern CPG company from the ground up. And, it’s working.

Vision & Virality — How Sauz Became One Of The Hottest Brands In CPG2025-04-24T15:42:56+00:00