Show Notes
Join the Food and Beverage Magazine Editors as they explore the Grey Goose Berry Rouge launch with Zoe Saldana, the Rembrandt specialty cheese rebrand, and Square's impact on Canadian hospitality commerce, with full details at fbmagazine.com.
Episode Description and Summary: Welcome to the latest episode of the Food and Beverage Magazine Podcast, hosted by the Editors of Food and Beverage Magazine. In this week's episode, we dive into the June 2026 issue, starting with luxury spirits marketing. We explore the Grey Goose Berry Rouge summer campaign featuring Oscar-winning actress Zoe Saldana and legendary pastry innovator Dominique Ansel, highlighting how the French vodka house is creating fully realized, immersive lifestyle moments. Next, we look at the specialty cheese aisle, where FrieslandCampina is officially rebranding its award-winning A Dutch Masterpiece line to Rembrandt to better connect with today's premium consumers.
In the restaurant and hospitality sector, we cover the Michelin-starred showcase of modern Mexican cuisine at Velas Resorts. We also highlight Mano Libera, the contemporary Italian restaurant in South Miami led by Chef Marco Giugliano that was recently recognized by 50 Top Italy. Furthermore, we discuss how Square is powering a new generation of Canadian hospitality operators by democratizing access to intuitive, unified commerce ecosystems.
We also examine shifting consumer trends with the rise of Guinness Steak Cuts in the premium meat snacking category, and how Gigli is redefining the modern cocktail with its hospitality-minded THC beverages. Finally, we spotlight the Aaron Sanchez Impact Fund's mission to empower Latino youth through culinary arts scholarships, mentorship, and food access.
For full articles on these stories, exclusive insights, and daily industry news, always make sure to visit fbmagazine.com. Thank you for listening, and remember to bookmark fbmagazine.com so you never miss the latest trends in the global hospitality world.