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.
LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE) — ACTIVATE, the innovative, enhanced vitamin beverage ideal for people with active lifestyles, today announced a two-year partnership with Philip Rivers, all-pro quarterback for San Diego and…
International Dairy Federation’s Innovation Awards, Parma Italy Judged 100 Entries From 25 Countries in 14 Categories PARMA, Italy, Oct 26, 2011 (GlobeNewswire via COMTEX) — Household name dairy companies from…
Philadelphia, PA (November 1, 2011) – Sparkling Ayala’s Herbal Water won the Best New Beverage Award at Kosherfest’s New Product Competition. Kosherfest is the largest and most important international kosher…
KIAMESHA LAKE, N.Y., Oct. 26 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Boreal Water Collection inc. (OTCmarkets: Pinksheets BRWC) today announced the appointment of Mr. Leonard R. Yendrys as President and Chief Operating Officer.…
DENVER, CO–(Marketwire – Oct 26, 2011) – The Pulse Beverage Corporation (OTCBB: PLSB) (“Pulse” or the “Company”), makers of the PULSE® brand of “good-for-you” NutriPurpose™ beverages today announced that it…
BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Honest Tea, the nation’s top-selling organic bottled tea company, today released Keeping It Honest, the second edition of Honest Tea’s annual Mission Report.…
Company Views Crop Yield as Integral to Success INDIANAPOLIS, IN–(Marketwire – Oct 25, 2011) – Stevia Corp. (OTCBB: STEV) (“Stevia Corp.” or the “Company”), a farm management company focused on…
Americans Invited to Text a $1 Donation and Join the Cause ATLANTA, Oct 25, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Beginning next month, white will be the new red. Coca-Cola and World…
Jasper, IN (October 25, 2011) — Dad’s Root Beer will be celebrating our 75th Anniversary in 2012. We are pleased to announce the introduction of the Dad’s Root Beer 75th…
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–DOLE® today announced the introduction of two new products, DOLE® Fruit Smoothie Shakers® and DOLE® Frozen Fruit Single-serve Cups. Both contain frozen fruit and no artificial ingredients,…
Up To $250,000 To Be Donated To Feeding America From Every Pepsi Purchase PURCHASE, N.Y., Oct. 24, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Pepsi has partnered with 7-Eleven, Inc.’s convenience stores nationwide to…
“The Hangover” Recovery Shot is gaining more store placements. Hangover Joe’s has now landed another chain of convenience stores. Atlanta-based RaceTrac which operates in five states in the southeastern part…
It’s been a breakout year for Bai and its line of coffee fruit infused beverages. The brand started 2011 on a torrid pace, generating a substantial amount of interest at the Natural Products Expo West show in March and widespread acclaim for its flavor profile and clean, sharp packaging. Additionally, in recent months, Bai developed partnerships with powerful regional DSD distributors from some NIDA affiliates and also the Honickman Group, getting it access to a number of key markets in the Northeast, Southeast and West Coast.
NEW YORK, October 24, 2011 — NEU Industries, Inc., maker of the hangover-prevention beverage MERCY, announced the appointment of a new CEO, Luc Tomasino, and a new head of sales,…
