The Food Intelligence Podcast

The 2025 food tariffs are here, and they’re already shaking up pricing, sourcing, and competition across the food industry. With costs rising on key ingredients, private label gaining ground, and supply chains under pressure, how can food brands and operators stay profitable?
In this episode, Wesley and Tastewise's CEO Alon Chen break down:
  • The real impact of tariffs on food costs and menu strategy
  • How operators can secure pricing and find smart ingredient substitutes
  • Why real-time consumer insights are critical for justifying pricing shifts
  • The role of data and AI in adapting faster than the competition
If you’re in foodservice, retail, or manufacturing, this episode will give you the tools to navigate uncertainty and turn market shifts into opportunities.

What is The Food Intelligence Podcast?

The Food Intelligence Podcast is a show from Tastewise, where we talk to innovators and leaders in the food and beverage industry to learn how they grow brands and build amazing businesses. Our mission with this show is to share valuable advice with other Go-To-Market professionals in the food industry and learn as much as we can in the process.