Amanda Baltazar is a veteran of business journalism, and has written about food, beverages and their intersection with business since the beginning of her career. Her work has appeared in trade publications including Winsight Grocery Business, Supermarket News, CSP magazine, Specialty Food Magazine, Drug Store News, FoodService Director and many restaurant publications. Amanda follows trends with a keen eye, both in the U.S., and internationally, with a particular penchant for her mother country of the U.K. In fact, she flees to British shores every year just to see what’s happening and to have a decent cup of tea. You can find out more about Amanda on her website www.chaterink.com.
Drinking Habits in the U.S., U.K., and New Zealand
See why consumers in the U.S, U.K., and New Zealand have recently reached for premium alcohol beverages including spirits and high-end wine.
Cooking Class Collaboration: Suppliers And Retailers Are Teaching New Recipes
As supermarket cooking classes gain popularity, suppliers are finding they’re a great way for product placement or endorsement from chefs.
The Lowdown On Regenerative Agriculture in CPG
Regenerative farming gives back to the earth. It leads to healthier soil and thus healthier food. Learn why suppliers and retailers care.
Clean Health and Beauty Dips Its Toes Into Mainstream Retailers
Learn why consumers, especially younger ones, are increasingly looking for health and beauty products without harmful ingredients.
Why Retailers Are Cracking Down On Sustainability Efforts
Learn why retailers are shifting towards sustainability, through their store design, the products they carry, energy efficiency, and more.
How to Start a Private Label Business
Learn how smaller brands can grow strong sales by producing and providing products for retailers to sell under their own private label brand.
Is Convenience Store Business Trending in the U.S. and U.K.?
Understand the ups and downs of U.S. and U.K. convenience store trends and how COVID-19 impacted global sales and consumer behavior.
Clean Beauty Products Are Quickly Gaining a New Consumer Base
After a year of hiding behind masks, it's time to freshen up our beauty routines. With health being top-of-mind, consumers want clean beauty.
The Top Trending Innovative International Food and Beverage Products
After more than a year of cooking at home, 79% of consumers are craving something new to eat. Dig into the hottest global food trends.