Food and Beverage

Upcycled vegetables, “damn good cocktails,” functional broths and beverages, ancient grains, fermented tempeh and sparkling botanicals; the third edition of the Naturally Bay Area Pitch Slam highlighted concept and execution in rising natural brands.

Specialty Food Live! virtual show spotlights gradual shift towards natural products industry values.

As novel gene-editing technologies like CRISPR and ODM take off, concerns about genetically modified foods, flavors, enzymes and fragrances entering the marketplace unnoticed are gaining traction.

COVID-19 pandemic boosted healthy food company's sales, but innovation and productivity measures will expand its margins.

The pandemic is driving great change as consumers demand innovative flavors and functionality in foods and beverages while placing a renewed focus on comforting, traditional tastes.