An initiative of Food System Innovations, NECTAR is on a mission to accelerate the protein transition with taste. NECTAR conducts rigorous sensory analyses, celebrates exceptional products, and supports brands in enhancing their offerings. By bringing an evidence-base to taste, NECTAR envisions a future where doing good tastes great.
Mentions in press and media 6
| Date | Title | Description |
| 21.11.2024 | The Future of Food: Innovations and Trends in Plant-Based Products | The food landscape is shifting. A wave of innovation is sweeping through the industry, driven by sustainability and health. Plant-based products are no longer a niche market; they are becoming mainstream. Companies are racing to capture the... |
| 20.11.2024 | Future Food Quick Bites: Greggs x Nigella, Tyson vs Paul & A Whole Lotta AI | 6 Mins Read In our weekly column, we round up the latest news and developments in the alternative protein and sustainable food industry. This week, Future Food Quick Bites covers new vegan parmesan products, an oat milk cocktail listing, an... |
| 27.09.2024 | The Rise of Blended Meat: A New Frontier in American Cuisine | In the evolving landscape of American dining, a new contender is emerging: blended meat. This innovative fusion of traditional animal protein and plant-based ingredients is capturing the attention of consumers and reshaping the future of fo... |
| 26.09.2024 | Report: 74% of American Consumers Are Interested in Blended Meat | A new report by NECTAR, a philanthropic initiative working to accelerate the protein transition with taste, has found that 74% of US consumers surveyed are interested or extremely interested in blended meat products. Blended meat (also refe... |
| 24.09.2024 | Americans Like Blended Meat Burgers & Nuggets More Than Their Bestselling 100% Animal Counterparts | 9 Mins Read In a comprehensive survey about blended meat, Americans were found to prefer half-meat, half-plant burgers and nuggets more than the market-leading, fully animal-derived products. People prefer the taste of blended meat over mos... |
| 25.06.2024 | “Largest” Blind Taste Test Reveals Insights on Plant-Based Meat Preferences | A comprehensive blind taste test has revealed that plant-based nuggets outperform their animal-based counterparts, according to a new report. The study, conducted by Food System Innovations (FSI) under its NECTAR initiative, claims to be th... |