Discovery Demos: Sensorial Flavor Experiences (Day 3)

A walkable showcase of macro trends, Discovery Demo pods invite you to get hands-on with specialty food brands, encounter creative ideas, and consider your role in the food ecosystem. Head to Discovery Point (Booth 4631) to explore and get inspired!

The Sensorial Flavor Experiences Pod

In a world of AI and screens, multi-sensory experiences can engage consumers again, bringing foods and beverages to life in fresh new ways. Discover brands that are redefining what it means to connect with customers through the full sensory spectrum. Explore how aroma, texture, color, sound, and even temperature can shape perception and emotion. Dive into interactive tastings, tactile activations, and aroma-driven storytelling to discover how a fuller sensory approach transforms a product into an experience.

You'll leave with a deeper understanding of how multi-sensory specialty food products can cut through the noise, create memorable moments, and build customer loyalty. And more importantly you'll have fun getting hands-on with some of the most engaging food products featured at Winter FancyFaire* 2026.

Hosted by Mike Kostyo and Maeve Webster of Menu Matters

Join Mike & Maeve for a brief introduction to their work and pod at 10:30am!

Featuring:

(10:30 am - 12:30 pm) Magic Hour: A Sensory Journey Through Botanicals and the Cosmos

• Step into our Sensory Pod for an immersive journey through astro-herbology and botanical divination. Draw a tarot card and discover your personalized tea blend, expertly matched to your energetic archetype through the ancient wisdom of herbs, spices, and flowers. Learn how we harness planetary alignments and sensory profiles to create transformational teas that resonate with body, mind, and spirit. Experience the magic of intentional blending—where celestial timing meets masterful herbalism in every cup.
• View the Magic Hour Virtual Booth

(10:30 am - 12:30 pm) Madly Hadley: Discover Why Crunch is the Top Consumer Driver

• Madly Hadley was founded on the belief that plant-based eating should be bold, satisfying, and full of character. By harnessing the natural richness of coconut and cashews, they’ve developed toppings that deliver distinctive flavors and textures—like smoky, crispy Plant-Based Bacon Bits and savory, umami-packed Dairy-Free Parmesan. These products show how unique ingredients can replicate familiar tastes while introducing new sensory dimensions. In this session you'll taste foods with and without the extraordinary crispy texture and umami flavor that come from the Plant-Based Bacon Bits and assign a craveability score to each dish.
• View the Madly Hadley Virtual Booth