Ray Latif is the lead host, producer, and content editor of Taste Radio, BevNET’s flagship podcast and the go-to show for food and beverage industry insights. With 14 years of experience in the industry, Ray is a seasoned journalist known for his sharp interviews and in-depth coverage of trends, innovation, and news. He began his career at BevNET as an assistant editor, later advancing to managing editor of both the website and magazine. Since 2016, he’s been the driving force behind Taste Radio, overseeing everything from content strategy to production. Ray’s conversational style and meticulous research have earned him widespread praise from both guests and listeners. He has had the privilege of interviewing a diverse range of high-profile figures, including Patrick Mahomes, Jennifer Garner, Dan Aykroyd, Kobe Bryant, Padma Lakshmi, and Brad Paisley. His ability to connect with entrepreneurs, celebrities, and industry leaders has made Taste Radio a must-listen for anyone interested in the evolving world of food and beverage.
May 16, 2011— Icelandic Water Holdings ehf, makers of the award-winning, CarbonNeutral® premium natural spring water Icelandic Glacial, announced today their pledge to donate 23 tons of water to aid…
New York, NY (May 12, 2011) – VBlast is taking off to fight diabetes by sponsoring and riding in the American Diabetes Association’s Tour de Cure in New York City…
Little Rock, AR (May 16, 2011) — HELIX Drinks, LLC (www.HELIXdrinks.com), a Little Rock based powder functional drink company, announced the availability of HELIX Energy + Ginseng Orange through ThirstMonger.com,…
Minneapolis, Minn. and Guelph, Ont., Canada (May 16, 2011) — MOCON, Inc. (NASDAQ: MOCO) and the Guelph Food Technology Centre (GFTC) have partnered to establish a certified permeation testing lab…
PROVO, UT (May 16, 2011) — Bonavitas announced today that its soon-to-launch natural recovery drink, R12, features a full teaspoon of cinnamon in every serving, which has been endorsed as…
WOODBRIDGE, NJ (May 13, 2011 ) – In order to help printers and converters understand why their ink prices may be on the rise, the National Association of Printing Ink…
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (May 11, 2011 /PRNewswire/) — Joint Juice, Inc., a leading San Francisco-based joint health beverage company, and legendary quarterback, Joe Montana, today announce a partnership – the…
As the cost of commodities like sugar and petroleum continue to skyrocket, both Coca-Cola and PepsiCo have announced across-the-board price hikes in the coming months. With consumer spending habits still…
San Diego, CA (May 11, 2011) – Acai Roots™, a lifestyle brand, supplier of natural and organic Brazilian Style super food acai products, announced today the newest addition of its…
PROVO, UT (May 13, 2011) — Bonavitas announced today the upcoming launch of its natural energy drink, Sweet16. This new drink contains no caffeine, no tea, no artificial colors or…
SEATTLE–(BUSINESS WIRE) — Jones Soda Co. (the Company) (NASDAQ: JSDA), a leader in the premium soda category and known for its unique branding and innovative marketing, today announced results for…
SANTA CRUZ, CA (May 13, 2011)— StarNectar, a local beverage manufacturer that creates custom juice refreshments, today unveiled a new label design in celebration of its new retail partnership with…
BROOKLYN, NY (May 11, 2011) – Royal Baltic, Ltd., a major importer of specialty foods, announced today the arrival of a new line of imported quality fruit nectars under the…
HOUSTON, TX (May 12, 2011 /PRNewswire/) — Save the date, December 21, 2012. According to the Mayans, that’s when doomsday is coming and the team here at drank® has been…
