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.
Health Canada letter of no objection will enable Canadians to enjoy this fiber ingredient’s cholesterol-lowering benefits MINNEAPOLIS – Health Canada has cleared the way for Canadian food formulators to begin…
PepsiCo is a global leader with 22 billion-dollar food and beverage brands PURCHASE, N.Y., Jan. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — PepsiCo (NYSE: PEP) today announced that Diet Mountain Dew, Brisk and…
Boylan Bottling has enlisted Castle Co-Packers to boost its production and supply lines as the premium soda maker looks to meet rising demand for its products on the East Coast, according to an article in Drinks Business Review. Castle, a Pennsylvania-based independent bottler, will provide production, warehousing, and logistical support for Boylan, which produces a line of premium birch beers and sodas in glass bottles.
January 24, 2012 — Jack Martin recently retired as national accounts manager from Nestle Beverage Co. after 30 years and has joined MADE Drinks Company as business development director. MADE…
LAS VEGAS (January 24, 2012) XYIENCE, maker of Xenergy—the official energy drink of the UFC, and GNC—will host an autograph signing in Chicago with XYIENCE team athlete Anthony “Showtime” Pettis…
Momence, Ill., January 23, 2012 /Press Release/ — A cloud of uncertainty continues to hang over KonaRed’s entire business as it engages in tired procedural tactics designed to defer a…
TORONTO–(Marketwire – Jan 24, 2012) – Jones Soda Co. (NASDAQ: JSDA), a leader in the premium soda category and known for its innovative marketing, today announced it will be a…
FRANKLIN, TN (January 23, 2012) V-Labs, LLC, announced today that the THiNQ™ Lifestyle beverage is now available in a slim line 12 oz. can, packaged in a 4-pack at Vitamin…
Cheerwine Invites Fans to Vote and Help Fill “Legendary” Position SALISBURY, N.C. (January 23, 2012)—Cheerwine, the legendary soft drink of the South, is looking for an effervescent young candidate to…
SANTA CRUZ / SAN FRANCISCO, CA– Taylor’s Tonics announced Friday their year-long promotional campaign, “Many Mini-Pennies”. Fueled by a deep desire to generate consumer outreach that is both novel and…
January 23, 2011 – Portland, OR – The PoP Shoppe today announced the launch of a new, premium lineup of their iconic sodas, now made with pure cane sugar. The…
Hamilton, N.J. (Dec. 5, 2011) –Bai Brands, the makers of bai and bai5 antioxidant infused beverages, announced today that Ken Kurtz, former SVP at Fiji Water will join the executive…
Inspiring Online Campaign Features Tips, Recipes and Ideas for Feeling Better This Year MORTON GROVE, Ill., Jan. 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Lifeway Foods, Inc., (NASDAQ: LWAY) is kicking off 2012…
Start-Up Incubator Selects Five High-Potential “Consumer Packaged Goods” Start-Up Companies for 12-Week Mentoring Program, Access to Personalized, Business Critical Products & Services, and up to $20K Initial Investment Atlanta, Ga.…
