Food & Beverage Insights

Gain valuable insights into the food and beverage industry. Discover expert analyses, market trends, and industry perspectives to stay ahead and make informed decisions in the dynamic F&B landscape.

Food & Beverage Insights

World Coffee Research : Forging the Future of Coffee

Dr Tania Humphrey, Director of R&D at World Coffee Research, explores how coffee farmers and producing countries are struggling to keep up in the face of climate change, and how WCR is aiming to change this trajectory.

By Tania Humphrey

Bees : A Critical Hive of Activity

As the use of industrial agricultural practices and pesticides continues to rise, protecting bees to safeguard the future of the food industry becomes increasingly important.

By Lily Sawyer

The Duncombe Arms : The Local We All Wish We Had

A culinary gem for those in the know, The Duncombe Arms is an award-winning pub in the heart of the British countryside. We take a deep dive into this one-of-a-kind location and indulge in the future of gastronomic satisfaction.

By Lauren Kania

Oatly : Plant-based Pioneers

We discover how Oatly expanded into the Chinese dairy alternatives market using a purpose-driven strategy to disrupt the dominance of cow’s milk and appeal to the country’s eco-conscious consumers.

By Lucy Pilgrim

Eating Europe : Embark On A Gourmet Getaway

Food tour company, Eating Europe, invites travellers  to discover culinary delights while delving into a tapestry of tales from each region. We explore the traditional tastes of the Italian portion of the journey.

By Rachel Carr

National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival : Embark on a Culinary Adventure

A gastronomic extravaganza, the National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival in London is a food lover’s paradise that recently celebrated its fourth annual showcase. We look into the highlights of the star-studded event and what to expect for the upcoming year.

By Lauren Kania

Culdevco : Commercialising and Marketing Cultivars 

Paving the way for the future of South Africa’s deciduous fruit industry, we learn how Culdevco is leveraging strategic partnerships and advancing the welfare of the nation’s growers to ensure the sector’s success.

By Lucy Pilgrim

Nc’nean Distillery : Women in Whisky

Annabel Thomas, CEO and Founder of Nc’nean Distillery, reflects on women leading the way by pioneering sustainability in a male-dominated industry.

By Annabel Thomas

Bread Ahead : Baking Royalty

Known as the King of Doughnuts, we speak to Founder and household baking name, Matthew Jones, about the Bread Ahead story as it goes from strength to strength in Dubai and expands rapidly throughout the region.

By Jack Salter

Aquaponics : Farms of the Future

Aquaponics, an advanced aquaculture system, is expected to improve food security and revolutionise farming across Africa. We dig into this exciting new process and evaluate the enormous potential for transforming an entire continent’s agricultural prospects.

By Ed Budds

Loxtonia Cider : More than Just Cider

With a journey that begins in South African soil and ends with all-natural cider, Larry Whitfield, Founder of Loxtonia Cider, shares how the family-owned business produces delicious and sustainable cider while still remaining true to the farm’s roots.

By Lauren Kania

Bone Daddies : The Rise and Popularity of Asian Cuisine

From bustling street food stalls in Bangkok to sophisticated sushi bars in Tokyo, the allure of Asian flavours has captivated taste buds around the world. We dig deeper with Vanina Principi, Group Development Chef for Bone Daddies.

By Vanina Principi