11 Sep 2024 --- Water purification and beverage innovator Bluewater recently unveiled a coffee brewing solution at the World of Coffee trade show in Copenhagen. Maximillian Lundin, product marketing manager at the company, tells us how the Bluewater Café Station can enhance the flavors of coffee, marrying mineral science, water and coffee beans together to make the perfect brew.

09 Sep 2024 --- Julian Schildknecht, head of brand and growth, discusses the challenges in microbial protein formulation using biomass fermentation and its applications in pet and human foods. He highlights the role of alternative proteins in reducing the carbon footprint compared to traditional meat sources. Schildknecht also explains why securing the global protein supply with microbial protein is necessary.

23 Aug 2024 --- Christopher Callanan, global licensing lead at Mondelez, discusses the consumer trends behind the company’s recent licensing agreement with Arla Foods, allowing the dairy cooperative to produce, distribute and market chocolate milk under the Mondelez-owned Milka brand. He dives into how “snackification” — the trend of eating smaller meals — drives the food and beverage sector, particularly the confectionery space.

22 Aug 2024 --- Marta Messa, secretary general of Slow Food, outlines critical priorities for 2024 within the EU policy landscape, emphasizing the need for sustainable and farmer-forward food systems. She reflects on the importance of adopting agroecological practices, tackling “greedflation” and the role of consumer trends in shaping policies that can protect local and smallholder farmers along the food value chain.

22 Aug 2024 --- Bell Flavors’ Spark consumer research platform has identified “Globetrotter” as an important microtrend for 2024. In its “Passport to Flavor” concept, the flavorhouse went beyond the most well-known global flavors to bring enriching niche experiences, explains Kelli Heinz, vice president of marketing. At IFT First 2024, chefs prepared beef brisket with different sauces, from Carolina mustard BBQ to African braai and Chinese char sui.

10 Sep 2024 --- In a specific cocoa context, PROVA will share its expertise from cocoa extraction to the functional solutions brought by cocoa extracts and flavors. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise and to discover the solutions developed to address your current challenges around the chocolate and cocoa taste!

05 Sep 2024 --- Join The World of Food Ingredients’ editor, Missy Green, in a 15-minute roundup of highlights from the snacking edition. Global flavors from hyper-specific regions give snackers a window into life inside rural Japan. We also examine snack trends, such as those among different generations. Survey data reveals an uptick in indulgence for younger consumers.

01 Aug 2024 --- Join The World of Food Ingredients’ editor, Missy Green, in a 15-minute roundup of highlights from the Nutrition Insight edition.The supplements market is booming, driven by a growing aging population and a rise in social media health influencers. While demand for CBD is still relevant, alternatives like PEA are moving into the spotlight for their use in joint health, sports recovery and sleep.This edition also explores specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs), which are converted from omega-3s and play a critical role in inflammation. Meanwhile, nutrient-dense pulses are positioned to address a range of chronic conditions through their unique compositions.Flavors with functional benefits, supplements for skin health and eco-friendly supplement packaging trends are also highlighted in this issue focused on health and nutrition.

20 Jun 2024 --- Today’s chocolate confectionery consumers are seeking out new sensory experiences that deliver texture as well as flavor. They want their chocolate bars to have that initial crack or snap, but also melt in the mouth directly afterwards. It means huge potential for brands that can successfully elevate their chocolate confectionery with on-trend fillings. Watch this webinar and join Cargill’s Food Solutions experts on a journey beyond taste and discover how to meet the needs of today’s discerning chocolate confectionery consumers together.

14 Jun 2024 --- Join The World of Food Ingredients’ editor, Missy Green, in a 15-minute roundup of highlights from the soups and sauces edition.Inspiration from global cuisines is becoming more nuanced with African flavors coming into the spotlight. Authentic spice blends true to regional tastes are elevating foods, while limited editions allow consumers to dip into novel experiences.This edition also explores today’s bakery trends and Brazil’s booming ingredients sector. In health and wellness, we examine the latest biotic ingredients and healthy aging ingredients for active seniors.