Diverse representation is an expectation, but as individuals no longer allow themselves to be defined in singular terms, there's mounting pressure on brands to understand and sensitively reflect how the intersections between race, gender, class, and ability impact people's everyday lives.

Caffs Not Cafes celebrates London’s caff culture, which has dwindled amid socioeconomic pressures and shifts in eating patterns. Through an emphasis on community, comfort eating, and nostalgia, founder Isaac Rangaswami aims to encourage a new demographic to embrace these historic institutions.

Food collective Ghetto Gastro has releasedBlack Power Kitchen, a cookbook celebrating the culinary traditions of Black America while highlighting food’s capacity to empower. Its publication demonstrates how brands can actively engage those looking to explore the cultural heritage of food and drink.

Guy Fieri, one of America’s most recognizable celebrity chefs and restaurateurs, has become a guardian angel for the restaurant industry in the wake of the pandemic. A new generation of food culture influencers and professionals are echoing his open-hearted approach to revitalize the industry.

Jollibee is a rapidly expanding Filipino fast-food chain that reflects Americans' growing appetite for internationally diverse dining. As people try new cuisines and travel with their taste buds, how can brands authentically reflect cultures and provide adventurous eating experiences?