Ray Latif

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.

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PALO Root Tea Expands In Reach and Flavor

New York, NY (February 2012)—In the midst of creating a new category in the growing ready-to-drink tea market, New York-based Palo Products is expanding distribution of its all-natural, caffeine-free PALO…

Roaring Lion Challenges Fans to a “ROAR-E-OKE” Contest

PRLog (Press Release) – Feb 01, 2012 – Roaring Lion is excited to announce their second Lion”s Challenge contest, “Roar-E-Oke”, which begins on February 1, 2012. “Roar-E-Oke” contestants are encouraged…

Caffeinated Consummation for Coconut Couple: Deal Done in 30 Days

Talk about a whirlwind courtship. It took just four months from organic espresso /coconut water blend Coco Café to go from independent, entrepreneurial beverage company to a strategic piece in the coconut water chess game. The company, which had its first production run in September, had bids from two different potential investors by the end of December and moved into Vita Coco's offices by the end of January.

IBWA Responds to University of Vermont Bottled Water Ban

A day after the University of Vermont declared that the school "will become one of the first institutions nationwide to end the sale of bottled water on campus," the International Bottled Water Association (IBWA) issued a statement calling UVM's decision "contradictory and confusing."