Issue 09
SAVOURSMITHS : Savouring the Flavour of the Crisp Paradigm Shift
From humble potatoes to gourmet crisps, SAVOURSMITHS is transforming snacking with bold flavours and a rich family heritage, turning a classic treat into a decadent experience. Co-Founder Colette Russell Smith discusses culinary quality, sustainability, and future plans.
Cooplands Bakery : Freshly Baked and Ready to Go
From a single, humble shopfront in Scarborough to 154 shops across the Northeast of the UK, Cooplands Bakery has risen over the last century to become a modern bakery business that has stayed true to its artisan roots. John Ruddock, CEO, tells us more.
DN AGRAR : From Farm to Future Dairy Dominance
On a mission to revolutionise the milk industry, leading dairy producer DN AGRAR is setting ambitious goals for sustainable growth and expanding its market reach across Europe. CEO, Peter de Boer, discusses the company’s advanced approach to agriculture and the environment.
Brakebush : Chicken to Impress
Celebrating over 100 years of excellence, family-owned poultry processor and distributor Brakebush combines innovation, responsible sourcing, and customer-focused solutions to deliver premium products to customers across North America.
Osmow’s Shawarma : Delicious Scenes for Shawarma
Osmow’s Shawarma continues to take the North American culinary industry by storm as it celebrates a quarter century of success. We catch up with CEO, Ben Osmow, and hear more about the brand’s scrumptious updates.
Danone Romania : Nurturing Nutrition
With the ambition of continued growth alongside stronger brand equity, innovation, and competitiveness, Danone Romania is making its mark on the dairy, plant-based, baby, and medical nutrition industry. We explore further with Delia Corniciuc, Marketing and Growth Acceleration Director for Central and Eastern Europe.
Al Rabie Saudi Foods : The Choice of Champions
Rooted in originality and flavour, Al Rabie Saudi Foods boasts nearly 70 years of providing the freshest, most innovative products to the food and beverage market. We take a closer look at the company’s dedication to quality.
Chickie’s and Pete’s : Philadelphia’s Favorite Local Sports Bar
For those in search of the ultimate game day experience, Chickie’s and Pete’s is the place to be, offering an award-winning mix of delicious cuisine and live, watch-along sports action.
Montego Pet Nutrition : Africa’s Pet Care Pioneers
Montego Pet Nutrition has placed its genuine love of pets at the heart of its business for 26 years. Johan van Jaarsveld, Managing Director, tells us about the family business and its promise of ‘Better Every Day’.
An Interview With Joe Yalley-Ogunro, Head of Sustainability, Finlays
Joe Yalley-Ogunro, Global Head of Sustainability at Finlays, explains why collaboration, traceability, and practical decarbonisation will be essential to building more resilient and sustainable beverage supply chains.
Blue Ventures : Resilient Women, Resilient Ocean
ebrating women fishers, traders, and processors advancing inclusive ocean protection and coastal livelihoods, Blue Ventures is proudly presenting the visual storytelling project Ocean Matriarchs. Nelly Otieno, East Africa Director, tells us more about how thriving communities create thriving oceans.
FORM : Welcome to the Smart Shelf Era
Kevin Corcoran, Chief Customer Officer at FORM, explains how artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and real-time data are reshaping retail execution for food and beverage brands.
GAIL’s : Modern Craft Bakery
GAIL’s is intuitive in its flexible and caring approach to baking bread. For the award-winning neighbourhood bakery, every step in its process matters when curating a product that satisfies evolving customer needs – from farmer to miller and baker. We sit down with Anomarel Ogden, Group Executive Head Baker.