Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO, Asia Pacific Gastronomy today is no longer defined solely by flavour or presentation—it’s shaped by purpose. Once the domain of fine dining and culinary artistry, gastronomy is evolving to reflect growing consumer awareness around sustainability, provenance, and nutrition. As food choices become a mirror of[Read More…]
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Natural colour, global impact: GNT helps shape China’s new food colour standard
Daniela Brahushi, a Regulatory Affairs expert at GNT Group As consumer demand for clean-label and plant-based food solutions continues to rise globally, regulatory clarity is becoming increasingly essential. China has recently made a significant move by officially implementing a new Industry Standard for Colouring Foods, transforming what was previously a[Read More…]
The future of chocolate is cultivated: Pluri’s Vision with Kokomodo
Yaky Yanay, CEO and President of Pluri As climate change, deforestation regulations, and fluctuating commodity prices pose threats to the global cacao supply, biotechnology is emerging with transformative solutions. In a significant move to promote sustainable food technologies, Pluri, a global leader in 3D cell-based platforms, has acquired a majority[Read More…]
Lucky Energy appoints Lou Fabiano as President
Fabiano will oversee essential functions that drive velocity at Lucky Energy Lucky Energy drink announced Lou Fabiano’s appointment as President, effective immediately. Fabiano will report to Richard Laver, Founder and CEO. This appointment supports Lucky Energy’s goal of becoming a leader in the energy beverage market. Fabiano will oversee essential functions that drive velocity[Read More…]
Game-Changer for sustainable food: Nourish Ingredients’ Tastilux achieves commercial milestone
James Petrie, Co-Founder and CEO of Nourish Ingredients In a significant advancement for sustainable food, Australian biotech startup Nourish Ingredients has successfully achieved commercial-scale production of Tastilux, a precision-fermented fat that mimics the taste and texture of animal fats, without the use of animals. Leading this innovation is James Petrie,[Read More…]
The formula for success: 4 insights to break through the nutraceutical market
Meeta Kratz, VP/GM Americas Region, Lonza Capsules and Health Ingredients Did you know that one in four people worldwide now take dietary supplements daily or almost every day?[1] As more consumers proactively embrace their health and wellness, the opportunity to disrupt the nutraceutical industry with purposeful innovation is immense. However,[Read More…]
Blockchain and battle for trust: How tech transforming seafood industry
Lars Moksness, Analyst on Consumer Behaviour at Norwegian Seafood Council As transparency and traceability become essential pillars of global food systems, the seafood industry is under increasing pressure to demonstrate where its products come from, how they are sourced, and the conditions under which they are harvested. Today’s consumers are[Read More…]
Towards net zero: Lonza’s bold vision for sustainable nutraceuticals
Sofia Sotiropoulou, Senior Director of Sustainability and Climate Innovation within Global Procurement at Lonza CHI As sustainability becomes a top priority in the food and nutraceutical industries, companies are re-evaluating their operations, supply chains, and product development strategies to minimise their environmental impact while meeting increasing regulatory and consumer expectations.[Read More…]
From Japan to Singapore: Story behind STEAK SUDAKU’s fast-casual wagyu revolution
Takaoki Nishino, CEO of STEAK SUDAKU Singapore’s dynamic and diverse food scene has welcomed an exciting new addition — STEAK SUDAKU, a fast-casual concept redefining wagyu dining by offering premium Omi beef at affordable prices. Founded in Japan, STEAK SUDAKU aims to transform the perception of wagyu from a rare[Read More…]
Future leaders 2025 cohort announced to steer Australia’s wine industry forward
The Future Leaders program has established itself as a premier platform for fostering the next generation of forward-thinking and resilient leaders in the Australian wine industry Wine Australia has announced a dynamic new cohort for the 2025 edition of Future Leaders, the nation’s flagship leadership development program for the grape[Read More…]
