Meet Mexico’s first chili-ionaire. My new feature on the founder and CEO of Tajín, Horacio Fernández, is a classic Forbes success story. Fernández has rarely given interviews in the four decades he has run the iconic chili spice brand, so when I heard he was willing to share the secrets to his success with me,
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Just ahead of the celebration of International Women’s Day on March 8, Marlene Holmes received some big news. The master distiller of Texas-based Milam & Greene Whiskey became the latest inductee into Whisky Magazine’s Hall of Fame, one of the first American women and the only female distiller in the U.S. to receive this honor.
Many of today’s wine industry headlines predict doom and gloom for the year ahead. As Cyril Penn of Wine Business Monthly explains in Outlook & Trends: Beyond the Negative Headlines, “There’s no way to sugar coat it: the value of wine sales is flat and in terms of cases sold, the industry is down.” While
A new report was released by INSHUR, a commercial insurance provider for the on-demand economy. INSHUR partnered with Censuswide to survey 1,000 professional drivers working for on-demand platforms in the United States. The report, released last month, found that more women than ever—especially those under 34—are turning to on-demand driving for flexibility, financial independence and
A beloved New York City taqueria is expanding its menu with a slurpable mashup. Tacombi will serve a new birria ramen at all of its New York City locations starting on Thursday, February 20. Currently, beef birria served at Tacombi as part of the taco menu, a version of the slow-cooked stew from Jalisco, Mexico,
Over the last few years, Madrid has become a hub for Latinoamericans from all walks of life seeking to move abroad. 25 years ago, the census indicated 81,552 people from across the Americas called Madrid home, but in December 2024 the number of Latinos currently living in the Spanish capital surpassed the one million mark,
Tajín founder Horacio Fernández turned his authentic Mexican seasoning into a $1.5 billion spice giant—by selling to Americans. By Chloe Sorvino, Forbes Staff Surrounded by the mountains of Jalisco, Mexico, the entrance to the 20-acre manufacturing headquarters of chili spice maker Industrias Tajín features a half-mile-long driveway lined with Montezuma Bald Cypress trees. Halfway there,
Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin For decades, craft beer and homebrewing, though separate hobbies, fed off of each other. “This literally helped start the craft beer revolution,” said Julia Herz in a telephone interview. Indeed, many of America’s almost 10,000 breweries were founded by homebrewers, or with homebrewers as head brewer.
Pearl Milling Company’s Original Pancake & Waffle Mix is the latest household staple affected by a food recall. Why the waffle recall? Undeclared milk is a top food allergen that can cause severe or life-threatening reactions in those with dairy allergies. A Class I recall is the most serious FDA classification, reserved for situations where
An iconic mobile piece of hospitality history is moving again thanks to Union Square Hospitality Group. The View, on the 47th and 48th floors of the New York Marriott Marquis, has reopened as a revolving restaurant, bar and lounge under Danny Meyer’s hospitality group. Executive Chef Marjorie Meek-Bradley runs the culinary program and Beverage Director
The World Whiskies Awards has been held annually since 2007 and in that time it has blossomed into one of the most influential competitions on the planet. Why do we say that? Well, its esteemed panel of judges have proven, time and again, that they can shape–or at least predict–where global trends are headed. For
Fast growing Oregon-originated drive-thru coffee chain Dutch Bros ended its fiscal year on a high, beating expected earnings and revenue and, earlier this month, opening its 1,000th outlet, in Orlando, Fla. The drive-thru coffee chain, once mainly a staple of the West Coast and Southwest, has continued its aggressive expansion in 2024, opening 151 new
Eggs have long been a budget-friendly staple, a breakfast essential, and a cultural constant. But thanks to inflation, supply chain issues, and shifting consumer habits, 2025 might be the year that changes. The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report confirms what grocery shoppers already feel: eggs are more expensive than ever, with prices up 53%
Around the world, there are thousands of edible plant species—but you wouldn’t know it from looking at our diets. Just three—rice, maize, and wheat—account for a staggering 60% of the calories and protein we obtain from plants, according to the U. N. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). From an agrobiodiversity perspective, vegetables are in an
For millions of consumers, food labels are more than just ingredient lists—they’re essential for safety. This is especially true for those managing allergies, where even a small oversight can lead to serious health risks. That’s why La Fiesta Bread Crumbs have been voluntarily recalled and classified as an FDA Class I recall—the most serious designation,
Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin A well-crafted cocktail is the perfect addition to a Valentine’s Day dinner or a romantic date night. It sets the mood with elegance, flavor, and a touch of indulgence. Just like a thoughtfully prepared meal, the right drink enhances the experience, adding a layer of warmth
When McDonald’s discontinued the Snack Wrap in 2016, fans mourned. The portable, crispy-yet-soft, just-filling-enough wrap had become a cult favorite. Years later, demand for its return hasn’t faded. And now, in 2025, it’s finally coming back. But why did the Snack Wrap inspire such a following? Why have fans spent nearly a decade demanding its
Tribeca has a new, elegant space to indulge in caviar, champagne and fine dining. On Friday, February 7, Huso opened at Marky’s Caviar’s new retail space on Greenwich Avenue. Executive chef, co-owner and two-time Top Chef winner Buddha Lo will focus on elevated hospitality via a seasonal twelve course menu at the 28-seat restaurant. “We’ve
The Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America just convened in Denver, Colorado for its annual convention. Since 1943, WSWA has existed as the largest national organization of industry distributors and this three-day meetup assembles over 370 of its members into one location, where they mingle with more than 3000 attendees. According to its website, “WSWA
In the predawn hours of a January morning, the 1691 farms of Kern County, California, should have been alive with movement. But on this day, the fields were eerily quiet. News of ‘Operation Return To Sender’— federal agents implementing Trump immigration orders in unmarked SUVs, detaining unsuspecting farm workers the day before— spread quickly, leaving