In fact, I started the day presenting at the Finished Product Theatre, which FoodBev Media is sponsoring, talking about ‘Global developments in Beverage Innovation’ – covering increasing interest in turmeric (with curcumin) and ancient grains such as chia and quinoa, the move to natural fruit and vegetable smoothies following the global juice bar trend, the continued rise of protein both for sports nutrition and long term energy for seniors. To name just a few of the 50 products covered. The turn out was gratifying. Andreas Exarheas also spoke on trends in dairy innovation and we both repeat our presentations tomorrow.
The tasting bar here is always a fast track to what’s new – with eye health higher on the agenda than in the past, (for instance Eyesee from Diana Naturals) and ‘For Good Vision’ and Nutricosmetic drinks from Nutarex Biotech Co Ltd.
Today I have heard about the Konaberry which is far higher when it comes to ORAC value even than the than açaí berry. (That’s oxygen radical absorbance capacity to the uninitiated). It was introduced just this March by the company known as Amazon Forest and there has already been great interest – with now a Kona Pasta in Japan.
Tonight the whole FoodBev Media team is off to the Club Nautique on Lake Geneva to live the high life courtesy of Ingredia Nutrional which has just launched Benexia Omega-3 rich Chial oil. Think of us in our shades sampling canapés in the sunshine – it’s a rare occasion for the trend troopers. And if you are around tomorrow or Thursday you are welcome to drop in on us at the FoodBev Media stand (#10050) next to the Finished Products Theatre.
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