Food & Beverage by MarketScale
92 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWelcome to the Food & Beverage podcast, by MarketScale: Your home for everything B2B in the Food and Beverage Industry! Join us for new episodes every week featuring conversations with industry leaders as we explore trends in restaurant technology, management, and all things F&B.
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A Chef's Honest Takes on Food Media Trends with André Natera of the Fairmont Austin
August 24, 2018 14:51 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBThe food & beverage industry has changed drastically since the rise of reality restaurant television and digital media. Shows like Kitchen Nightmares and viral Tasty videos aren't just for entertainment; they're impacting expectation for the industry for both chefs and consumers alike. We chatted with André Natera, Executive Chef at the Fairmont Austin, to unpack some of these food media trends, and where he ultimately sees his industry going. We discuss the pros and cons of cooking shows, ma...
Adapting Under the Almond Tariff with Dinesh Bajaj of Select Harvest USA
August 15, 2018 14:18 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBAmidst a record crop for California Almonds, the almond industry is preparing for the new tariffs imposed by China, one of their biggest buyers. We sat down with the director of sales and marketing at Select Harvest USA, Dinesh Bajaj, to learn about the impact these tariffs have had on business, what Select Harvest USA is doing to adapt and prepare, and how he sees this changing the future of the almond industry. Dinesh also spoke on our trade history with China, and how it has changed over t...
Community Building 101: Drive a Hot Dog with Cady Lowery of Oscar Mayer
August 01, 2018 15:06 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MBThere's plenty of creative branding from big brand names. Moon Pie, Wendy's, Converse, to name a few. Each have found their voice and a way to stand out. Oscar Mayer has been doing things a little differently. Meet Cady Lowery, a hotdogger for Oscar Mayer. Position description: driving a giant wiener-mobile from state to state, interacting with customers and promoting the Oscar Mayer brand, message and vision. Though this wasn't the position she imagined for herself upon graduating, it couldn...
Change is A-Brewin' with Lane Joseph of Hop & Sting Brewery
July 25, 2018 15:44 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MBIt’s no secret that the food and beverage industry is already full of regulations and rules that can sometimes be overwhelming. However, breweries in Texas have it particularly rough due to left-over prohibition era laws that somehow never went away. Texas is the only state left in the US that separates brewpubs from breweries, which keeps brewers beholden to massive distributors. Lane Joseph, Co-Founder and Head of Marketing for Hop and Sting Brewing Co. in Grapevine, Texas, joined our host...
Quick Does Mean Quality with Mitchell Roth of Roth Industries
July 24, 2018 15:11 - 15 minutes - 21.6 MBWith Chick-Fil-A becoming the first fast-food company to start testing out their meal kit program and Blue Apron stock dropping over 20% in same month, the quick meal market has never been more difficult read. To help us make sense of the pre-prepped food landscape, Mitchell Roth, President and COO of Roth Industries, joined us to talk about the industry's current trends and hurdles. He also opened up about redefining quick meals, changing the narrative around pre-prepped foods, and about how...
From Farm to Ballpark with Corey Brandt of the Sacramento River Cats
July 12, 2018 14:54 - 22 minutes - 31 MBCorey Brandt, General Manager of Food and Beverage at the Sacramento River Cats’ Stadium, joined us to talk about how the craft food and “farm to fork” trends are affecting ballparks across the country. He also talks about embracing local eateries and brewers, fan engagement, and about how locally-sourced foods effect pricing.
Social Responsibility within the Food Industry with Nidal Barake of Gluttonomy
July 03, 2018 15:50 - 16 minutes - 22.4 MBToday we were joined by Nidal Barake, founder and director of Gluttonomy, to talk about the social responsibilities of chefs, restaurants, and brands in the food industry. At Gluttonomy, Nidal consults in areas such as Business Development, Strategy, Branding, and Marketing, and is known as a connector and influencer in the global food industry. For the latest news, videos, and podcasts in the Food and Beverage Industry, be sure to subscribe to our industry publication. Follow us on social ...
"Fast Food": Refined and Redefined with Robert Mikalonis of On The Move
July 02, 2018 13:55 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBOn today's podcast, we chat with Robert Mikalonis, Director of Food Trucks for On The Move. We discuss the dramatic increase in food truck viability, how the old "roach coach" stereotype no longer applies, how brick-and-mortar restaurant franchises are utilizing them, and how technology is moving the food truck into the future. For the latest news, videos, and podcasts in the Food & Beverage Industry, be sure to subscribe to our industry publication. Follow us on social media for the latest...
Bringing Discipline Back to the Kitchen with André Natera of the Fairmont Austin
June 29, 2018 15:46 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBIt's not uncommon to see a chef behind the counter wearing a t-shirt and a baseball cap nowadays. It's not particularly wrong, but it does reflect a change within the culinary industry, a change that's shying away from some of the more traditional disciplines. And rather quickly, too. On today's podcast, we were joined by André Natera, Executive Chef at the Fairmont Austin. He discusses what he calls the erosion of culinary discipline and culture, some of its causes and effects, and why it's ...
TBT: Going Social with Internal Communications with Megan Sprague of Wingstop
June 28, 2018 21:56 - 16 minutes - 23 MBIt's evident that social media has changed our world. We use it on a day-to-day basis; it's ubiquitous at this point. But what about internal social media for business? Is it important, and is it changing the workplace? Megan Sprague, Communications Associate for Wingstop, came on our Throwback Thursday podcast to tell us what the workforce was like for her without apps like Slack or Yammer, and how the intranet has made external branding simpler and more creative. For the latest news, video...
Rotaflex serves up a solution for the food industry
May 10, 2018 22:29 - 1 minute - 1020 KBTime for today’s Food and Beverage minute, brought to you by MarketScale. Tube Tech International, based in Essex in the United Kingdom, has expanded its patented Rotaflex system into the industrial food preparation industry. Originally designed as an industrial cleaning system for the milling industry, the Rotaflex system is now being applied to food processing, beverage brewing, and even distillery industries. The system doesn’t use chemicals or fumigants, which will merge seamlessly with...
Food-Delivery Robots are Leaving San Francisco After Strict Regulations
May 10, 2018 20:36 - 1 minute - 984 KBSmall Graf: Starship Technologies is taking their self-driving food-delivery robots out of San Francisco after several complaints from community members and strict regulations from the city government. They company is looking to implement the robots in areas that are more open to the idea.
How Wingstop's Branding is Staying Ahead of the Curve With Megan Sprague
May 03, 2018 15:26 - 16 minutes - 22.4 MBOn today's Food & Science podcast, we sit down with Megan Sprague, Communications Associate for Wingstop. We get to hear how Wingstop stays culturally relevant to build its brand, both internally and externally (the Migos may or may not get a shout-out). Plus, Megan tells us how digital ordering is pushing the company to innovate in exciting ways. For the latest news, videos, and podcasts in the Food & Beverage Industry, be sure to subscribe to our industry publication. Follow us on social ...
Solving Food Spoilage with Thomas Schmedding
March 20, 2018 20:46 - 10 minutes - 10 MBOn today's podcast, we chat with Thomas Schmedding from Freshbox. We briefly discuss the importance of cold-chain storage being introduced worldwide, the drastic improvements the technology can bring, and how a community-based system can quickly benefit a region. For more information on how Freshbox is revolutionizing the way we waste food, be sure to check out their website - freshbox.co.ke For the latest news, videos, and podcasts in the Food & Beverage Industry, be sure to subscribe to o...
Leading the Charge for Sustainable Food Production with Kit Franklin
March 12, 2018 15:45 - 18 minutes - 24.9 MBOn today's podcast, we chat with Kit Franklin from the Hands Free Hectare. We discuss the project's success, the inherent logic in building autonomous systems for agriculture, the efficient usage of both data and manpower in the industry, and how automated machines can grow crops remotely, without operators even having to be on-site. For more information on Hands Free Hectare, check out - handsfreehectare.com For the latest news, videos, and podcasts in the Food & Beverage Industry, be sure...
The Impact of Plant-Based Products with Jeff Richards
March 06, 2018 16:23 - 13 minutes - 18 MBOn today's podcast I chat with Jeff Richards, the CEO, and founder of Mooala. We discuss the growth of the plant-based dairy-free industry, the move in the industry to address the surge in sensitivity to allergens, and the impact these alternatives to dairy are having on the industry as a whole. For more information on Mooala be sure to check out - mooala.com For the latest news, videos, and podcasts in the Food & Beverage Industry, be sure to subscribe to our industry publication. Follow...
Buying & Selling The World's Finest Wine with Jamie Ritchie
February 26, 2018 22:56 - 18 minutes - 25.5 MBOn today's podcast, I get to chat with Jamie Ritchie from Sotheby's. We discuss the process of acquiring wine for auction, the challenge of determining a starting price, the changing tastes of consumers worldwide, and we hear how it felt to drink one of the most expensive bottles of wine in the world. For more information on Sotheby's Wine check out - sothebyswine.com
The Rising Issue With Cashless Restaurants
February 19, 2018 19:22 - 1 minute - 1.72 MBWelcome to the Food & Beverage podcast, by MarketScale: Your home for everything B2B in the Food and Beverage Industry! Join us for new episodes every week featuring conversations with industry leaders as we explore trends in restaurant technology, management, and all things F&B.
Technology Is The Force Behind McDonald's Resurgence
February 06, 2018 19:33 - 1 minute - 1.43 MBWelcome to the Food & Beverage podcast, by MarketScale: Your home for everything B2B in the Food and Beverage Industry! Join us for new episodes every week featuring conversations with industry leaders as we explore trends in restaurant technology, management, and all things F&B.
Changing The Relationship In Food Production
January 26, 2018 16:16 - 1 minute - 1.58 MBWelcome to the Food & Beverage podcast, by MarketScale: Your home for everything B2B in the Food and Beverage Industry! Join us for new episodes every week featuring conversations with industry leaders as we explore trends in restaurant technology, management, and all things F&B.
Cargill Opens Potassium Chloride Plant In NY
January 22, 2018 15:24 - 1 minute - 1020 KBOne of the growing dietary trends in both the United States and abroad, is a focus on decreasing salt intake on a daily basis. This presents a delicate situation of balancing an essential mineral with real health concerns. Cargill is accepting that challenge by opening its first food grade potassium chloride facility at the salt plant in Watkins Glen, New York.
Lucia's Luxury Dining Experience with Kevin Martin
January 18, 2018 15:34 - 18 minutes - 8.48 MBOn this episode, we get to sit down with Kevin Martin, Sous Chef at the criticially acclaimed Lucia in Dallas, TX. We discuss old school cooking techniques making a comeback and new school trends in the food industry. And although Lucia is famous for its authentic Italian eats and limited seating, Martin has tips on how to get a spot at the table.
How IOT Affects Food Processing
January 18, 2018 14:32 - 1 minute - 1.84 MBWelcome to the Food & Beverage podcast, by MarketScale: Your home for everything B2B in the Food and Beverage Industry! Join us for new episodes every week featuring conversations with industry leaders as we explore trends in restaurant technology, management, and all things F&B.
Cultivating Culture in the Restaurant Biz with Carrie Luxem
January 17, 2018 15:07 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBOn this episode of our Food & Beverage Podcast, we get a chance to speak with Carrie Luxem, the CEO of Restaurant HR Group. We discuss the delicate balance between establishing a culture in a new restaurant venture and allowing that culture to grow as time goes by. We also talk about getting the qualified and right "players" for a restaurant's "team" and having them become leaders.
Redefining Fast Food with Stephanie Petty
January 11, 2018 15:47 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MBOn this episode of our Food & Beverage podcast, we get to speak of speaking with Stephanie Petty, a General Manager with McDonald's. We discuss the company's role as an industry leader on both the food and dining experience sides, the role technology is playing in the redefinition of "fast food", and the community-focused attitude of the company as a whole.
Andrew Rittler: How Are Restaurants Adapting In 2018?
January 10, 2018 21:48 - 19 minutes - 26.2 MBToday I chat with Andrew Rittler, the Executive Director of the Greater Dallas Restaurant Association. We discuss the recent changes in the dining industry, the importance of adaptation within the space, the imperative of changing the reputation of the service industry, as a whole, for potential employees, and the crucial role that education will play moving forward.
The Risks Of Too Many Beer Taps
January 04, 2018 22:19 - 1 minute - 1020 KBWelcome to the Food & Beverage podcast, by MarketScale: Your home for everything B2B in the Food and Beverage Industry! Join us for new episodes every week featuring conversations with industry leaders as we explore trends in restaurant technology, management, and all things F&B.
Organic Solutions to Agricultural Diseases
December 20, 2017 19:06 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBOn this weeks episode, we get to chat with Ian Esplin, Founder & CEO of Esplin Organics. We got into the thick of it talking about finding organic solutions to agricultural diseases. He and his team are working on many exciting projects, including an alternative treatment for American Foulbrood, a destructive disease that targets honeybees. We also discuss major developments in biotech and the future of organic treatments.
Overall Beer Market To See Lower Volumes, But Craft Should Enjoy 5 To 6 Percent Growth
November 28, 2017 19:14 - 1 minute - 987 KBBeer like any other beverage is a hard market to break into. But In local and regional areas, craft beers are experiencing a 5 to 6 percent growth amongst the overall beer market, according to CNBC.
Nidal Barake on How Technology Is Changing Our Relationship With Food
November 22, 2017 16:23 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBToday we have the pleasure of talking with Nidal Barake, the founder of Gluttonomy, on how technology is changing the way we interact with food. From the Internet of Food, to #foodporn, technology plays a major role in the ways people find, prepare, and study food.
How To Ensure Profitability In The Food & Beverage Industry
November 13, 2017 15:16 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBWe are joined this week by Clint Bowers who is the President/Founder of Smart Business Concepts and he not only shares about what it takes to start up a successful business in the Food/Beverage industry, but also what to look for in the future when it comes to waste management, consumer trends, and innovations that are in the works for grocery chains. Follow us on Twitter @FoodBeverageNow for all the latest industry updates!
Third-Quarter Whole Wheat Flour Production Down 7%
November 10, 2017 12:37 - 1 minute - 1.05 MBAccording to data in the November Flour Milling Products report by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, whole wheat flour production by U.S. mills from July to September of this year totaled at 5,632,000 which is down 7% from where it was last year at 6,053,000. Keep up with all the latest industry news by following us on Twitter @FoodBeverageNow!
NCH Lubrication For The Food & Beverage Industry
November 07, 2017 22:01 - 59 seconds - 1.37 MBMaintenance is often seen as a routine expenditure that reduces profitability, but, the cost of downtime due to malfunction can be far higher than the price of good maintenance. The food industry faces unique challenges that make equipment maintenance critical. Be sure to follow us on Twitter @FoodBeverageNow and keep up with all the latest news and podcasts!
H-E-B Pilots Hybrid Grocery Delivery Model
November 06, 2017 22:20 - 1 minute - 1.39 MBDespite the rapid expansion of grocery home delivery models, the ongoing struggle to solve the last mile continues. No reasons were given as to why H-E-B is transitioning to its hybrid fulfillment model, but a few possibilities come to mind. Follow us on Twitter @FoodBeverageNow to read the latest industry updates!
Food & Beverage Minute: Hawaii Insurance Company Launches Two New Products For Food & Beverage Industries
November 04, 2017 19:35 - 1 minute - 942 KBFirst Insurance Company of Hawaii, Ltd. has launched two new products for Hawaii’s food and beverage industries in an effort to better support businesses in the event of loss or damage. Make sure to follow us on Twitter @FoodBeverageNow to see all the latest industry updates and podcasts!
U.S. Moves To Revoke Claim That Soy Protein Protects The Heart
November 03, 2017 02:05 - 1 minute - 1020 KBThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday proposed a rule revoking the right of companies to say soy protein protects the heart, while potentially allowing a more circumspect health claim. Make sure to follow us on Twitter @FoodBeverageNow and read the latest industry updates on our publication at marketscale.com!
Call To Ban The Coca-Cola Truck From English City Because Of An 'Obesity Epidemic'
November 01, 2017 21:49 - 1 minute - 1.52 MBThe famous red Coca-Cola truck should be banned from visiting the city of Liverpool this Christmas, according to members of a U.K. political party. The English city's Liberal Democrat party has written a letter to mall owners who host the truck, asking that the tradition should not take place because Liverpool "is in the grip of an obesity epidemic." Catch all the latest news of the Food & Beverage industry by following us on Twitter @FoodBeverageNow and read our latest articles at marketsca...
Ripple Foods Develops New Way To Get Milk: Peas!
October 31, 2017 21:18 - 1 minute - 1020 KBThe dairy industry has been struggling for some time, thanks to the development of dairy-milk alternatives such as coconut milk, almond milk, soy milk and others. But now, a new company has found a way to take milk from another type of plant, and it is not something you would expect. Hear more episodes by following us on Twitter @FoodBeverageNow and make sure to read our updated publication at marketscale.com!
Silicon Valley Labs Producing 'Meatless Meat' & Other Products
October 30, 2017 20:27 - 1 minute - 1.3 MBThe Impossible Burger. It sounds like one of those food challenges at your local diner that always results in regret. This, however, is actually not a challenge, nor is it a regular beef burger. Impossible Foods, which is a company based in Silicon Valley has developed a burger that cooks and tastes like beef, but has no beef in it whatsoever. Follow us on Twitter to hear the latest episodes and news in the Food & Beverage industry @FoodBeverageNow. Also read our publication with the latest ...
DNA Sequenced By Researchers Allows For Product Optimization
October 27, 2017 17:42 - 1 minute - 1.1 MBWe’ve all heard of Sweet ‘n Low, Sugar in the Raw, Splenda, and Stevia in the Raw. They help make your coffee sweeter, and your food a bit better to. Now, researchers have learned a little bit more about stevia, and it could help make the product even better. Like what you hear? Make sure to follow us on Twitter @FoodBeverageNow and read our publication at marketscale.com!
Floating Food Ditches Utensils & Brings Out Flavors
October 27, 2017 16:00 - 1 minute - 1.06 MBWhat if I told you that you could eat food without ever having to touch it? What if I said that you could eat food without anyone having to touch it. That’s what researches at University of Sussex have figured out how to do, and intensify some flavors in the process. If you want to follow the latest news and episodes of this podcast, follow us on Twitter @FoodBeverageNow and read our publication at marketscale.com!
CRISPR Changing The GMO Debate
October 26, 2017 12:41 - 1 minute - 1.14 MBIt's a debate that has been going on now for a quite some time, and now a new player is getting ready to join the discussion. GMOs have been the center discussion in the food industry for the last few years. However, a new type of genetic modification is being introduced. Make sure to follow all the latest food & beverage industry news by reading our publication at marketscale.com!