CUBA Goes Capitalist
During the 2008 NACS Show, visitors were treated to an extravagant booth and display of video and skin by CUBA, an emerging, all-natural energy drink company that seemed to be…
Ray Latif
Producer, Taste Radio; Contributing Editor, BevNET
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.
Posts by Ray Latif
Takasago Finalizes Deal And Plans To Make New Brazil Facility State-of-the-Art
Rockleigh, NJ (April 19, 2011) – Brian Buck, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Takasago Americas, announced that the company has finalized the purchase of a flavor and fragrance…
WAT-AAH! Teams Up With The Anti-Bullying Tour 2011 To “Stop Bullying, Stand Up!” Among High School Teens
April 18, 2011 – WAT-AAH! is proud to be the official beverage of the “STOP BULLYING, SPEAK UP!” Anti-Bullying Tour 2011. This teen-lead tour is traveling to different high schools…
Frigoglass Expands its Glass Operations Through the Acquisition of Jebel Ali Container Glass
Athens, Greece (April 19, 2011) – Frigoglass, the leading player in the global Ice Cold Merchandisers (Beverage Coolers) market and the largest glass bottle producer in West Africa, is pleased…
Skinny Nutritional Corp. Approaches One Million Cases Sold
BALA CYNWYD, PA (Marketwire – 04/19/11) – SKINNY NUTRITIONAL CORP. (OTC.BB.SKNY – NEWS), today announced net revenues of $6,927,108 (net of slotting fees of $349,490 and bill-backs of $1,129,007) for…
New Leaf Brands Secures Statewide Distribution in Ohio
OLD TAPPAN, NJ (Marketwire – April 19, 2011) – New Leaf Brands, Inc. (OTCBB: NLEF) (“Company”), a provider of great tasting, all natural, healthy beverages, is pleased to announce that…
XYIENCE, Florida Distributing Company Deal Gives Xenergy Coverage in Central Florida
LAS VEGAS, NV (Marketwire – April 18, 2011) – XYIENCE has signed a deal with Florida Distributing Company that gives Xenergy, the official energy drink of the UFC, coverage in…
Introducing a Refreshing New Low-Calorie IZZE esque: Sparkling Watermelon
BOULDER, CO (April 15, 2011) —The natural goodness of IZZE® meets the juicy and delectable flavor of watermelon in IZZE Beverage Company’s latest addition to its bubbly line of low-calorie…
On The Run Convenience Stores Has Its MODJO!
SUNRISE, FL (April 2011) –Already a recognized convenience leader, now On the Run Convenience Stores (www.ontherun.com) can boast even more “Mojo” as it has agreed to carry the breakthrough Modjo…
Altoona, PA to be Renamed “POM Wonderful Presents: The Greatest Movie Ever Sold”
While it’s unlikely that Coke, VA has ever benefited financially from a name that it coincidentally shares with the cola giant, POM Wonderful Presents: The Greatest Movie Ever Sold, PA…
Campbell Soup Introduces Two New Flavors in V8 V-Fusion
CAMDEN, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Nine out of 10 U.S. adults aren’t meeting the daily recommendations for vegetables and fruit – a fact reinforced by the recently released 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.…
Bossa Nova Ups the “Ante-Oxidant” Power With Acai Pomegranate
CINCINNATI, April 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Bossa Nova, the Superfruit Company, today announced the introduction of Organic Acai Pomegranate to its line of superfruit juice beverages. With the addition of…
Grupo Modelo Chooses Sidel for its “Eighth Wonder”
April 12, 2011 – A 66,000 cans per hour canning line, three 144,000 bottles per hour bottling lines, 10 million hectolitres a year, 37 robots: these are only a few…
Coca Cola Files Opposition to Cocaine Trademarks in Chile
Las Vegas, NV (Thursday, April 14, 2011) It was confirmed on March 23rd that the Coca-Cola Company has filed an opposition to the Cocaine trademark in Chile on the grounds…