Green waves: plant-based seafood on the rise
The plant-based seafood market is experiencing significant growth, driven by various factors, such as the rising popularity of veganism, environmental concerns, health considerations and animal welfare issues. With almost a decade of experience in the new food business, Vera Oswald of Vegconomist tells us more.
All-new industry innovations
Claire Harriman, business development director at trade magazine Roast, talks us through the latest cutting edge creations taking the world of coffee by storm.
Wake up and smell the coffee
Daniel During, principal and managing director of Thomas Klein International, tracks the journey of our go-to morning caffeine fix, from bean to cup, doing the math along the way, with some insightful and surprising results.
Alpro launches newly formulated Barista oat drink in the UAE
Alpro, a forerunner in plant-based nutrition, has re-launched its new formulated Barista oat drink which delivers a creamier taste and superior micro-foam.
Barista Espresso partners with Spexal to empower the next generation of innovators
Barista Espresso, the leading Lebanese coffee brand renowned for its dedication to excellence has partnered with Spexal, a pioneering robotics company, to introduce a new coffee technology. The innovative and fun creation, executed by the NDU (Notre Dame University, Lebanon) students, is set to revolutionize the way people experience coffee. Exclusively active throughout the month of June, robotic creation promises to delight coffee enthusiasts and tech fanatics alike.
Check-out the latest products to hit the market
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A cut above with Oscar Germán Navarrete Terán, USMEF corporate chef
Oscar Germán Navarrete Terán, USMEF corporate chef for México, Central America and the Dominican Republic, explains why the US beef industry is leading the way when it comes to sustainable practices, quality and meeting customers’ demands.
Chateau Kefraya’s winemaker Fabrice Guiberteau wins an award
Chateau Kefraya’s winemaker Fabrice Guiberteau was recently awarded the prestigious title of Knight of the French National Order of Agricultural Merit. The award was presented to him by Philippe Faure-Brac, who was named the best sommelier in the world in 1992.
Homegrown plant-based meat brand Switch Foods inaugurates its first facility in the UAE
Homegrown foodtech startup Switch Foods inaugurates its first state-of-the-art exclusive plant-based meat production facility, located at KEZAD, Abu Dhabi. Switch Foods’ facility in KEZAD spans a 20,000 square feet plot and includes built-to-order equipment from leading global technology providers, a high-tech laboratory, an innovation centre, cold storage areas, preparation areas, logistics areas, and offices. The cutting-edge facility represents a significant milestone for the UAE’s burgeoning plant-based food industry, aligning with the UAE’s National Food Security Strategy 2051, which aims to promote food security through sustainable innovations and diversified food sources.
Why we’re sticking with Japanese cuisine
Light, healthy and convenient, sushi unsurprisingly remains a top eating trend internationally, with regional appetite on the rise for sushi and other Japanese dishes. Nada Alameddine, managing partner at Hodema consulting services, tracks both the history of Japanese food and the latest trends, from humble rolls of rice to flavorsome fusion experience.