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.
(MASSAPEQUA, NY) September 1, 2011 – Today, Mondo Brands, proudly announced the official launch of a new line of health and wellness shot drinks. The product line includes products named…
SAN CLEMENTE, CA (November 10, 2011) – HDX Hydration Mix (HDX) is pleased to announce their Purchase with Purpose online sales program, giving select non-profits the chance to earn back…
Brooklyn, New York (November 9, 2011) – The beverage industry recently became “cooler” with the introduction of RealBeanz, a delectable new RTD gourmet iced coffee, to the market. Combining the…
All natural zero calories, naturally sweetened with proprietary Stevia blend add up to great-tasting refreshment (Norwalk, CT) Nov 7, 2011 –Norwalk CT based Adina For Life, Inc., creators of Adina…
Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Colorado to add Adina’s line of all natural beverages to its portfolio (Norwalk, CT) Nov 7, 2011 –Norwalk CT based Adina For Life, Inc., creators…
San Francisco, Calif. (PRWEB) November 09, 2011 — RuckPack, a new caffeine free energy boost drink created by a veteran Marine Corps officer based on his battlefield experiences in Afghanistan,…
PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL–(Marketwire – Nov 7, 2011) – Attitude Drinks (OTCBB: ATTD) (OTCQB: ATTD) today announced a marketing endorsement partnership agreement with Boston Celtics All-Star Paul Pierce and his…
Mountain Dew® celebrates the release of Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® 3 and Mega XP Walmart exclusive with Mega Fan Experience Giveaway PURCHASE, N.Y., Nov. 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — In…
NEW YORK, Nov. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Staying true to a tradition of supporting up-and-coming artists and life being different on the mountain, Mountain Dew® announces a new partnership with…
Holland, Ohio (November 8, 2011) —Plastic Technologies, Inc. (PTI) has launched a new free app which calculates the intrinsic viscosity (IV) of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resin blends via a two-step…
Donation Supports 4 Branches of U.S. Armed Forces with Natural Functional Drinks November 8, 2011 (Henderson, NV) – Ex Drinks recently donated more than $188,552 worth of its beneficial beverages…
Some pretty provocative stuff out there in the news today -- and we're not talking politics. In the New York Times, there's an interesting take on the war on sugary drinks. The Times reports on a new study that found state laws that ban soda – but not other sweetened beverages - to be ineffective in reducing the amount of sugary drinks middle school students buy and consume at school. Slate.com published a story about the explosion of coconut water products on the market.
The uproar over fermentation of Kombucha products might have ended last summer, but apparently the lawsuits dragged on for another year: within the past month, both Millennium Products and Honest Tea have settled class-action lawsuits claiming that the two companies misled consumers about the alcohol content in their Kombucha beverages.
JUPITER, FL–(Marketwire – Nov 7, 2011) – Today, Healthient, Inc. (OTCBB: SNAX) announced the debut of Zing! Healthy Energy Drink Mix, its newest beverage mix sold under the SnackHealthy brand.…
