


Inclusive dining technology is quickly shifting from optional to essential, as operators lean on accessible design to serve a wider range of guests with fewer friction points. The payoff is empowered diners.
Pro athletes from the NFL, NBA, and MLB are backing Waiākea, betting on a purpose-driven water brand focused on sustainability. The sports stars’ investment underscores the growing power of mission aligned partnerships in the F&B industry.
CES roared back to full strength in 2026, and food focused innovators stole a surprising share of the spotlight with breakthroughs in water tech, AI powered cooking, and experiential retail. For brands watching the future of food and beverage, a handful of standout exhibitors offered a glimpse of where consumer expectations are headed.
Tensions flared at the World Economic Forum, as the U.S. pushed a Greenland framework and the EU weighed its “trade bazooka,” putting a $2T transatlantic trade relationship on edge. Food industry leaders should brace for ripple effects as potential tariffs threaten to reshape global supply chains.