### Episode #1: Nestlé's Cocoa-Free Gamble and the Vegan Kitchen Revolution This week, we dive into Nestlé's massive bet on cocoa-free chocolate and a Brazilian startup turning coffee waste into a sweet alternative. We also explore a major shift in consumer behavior, as Tesco reports plant-based growth is now being driven by health-conscious home cooks. ### Timestamps * **00:00** - Intro * **00:30** - Nestlé Goes Cocoa-Free & Brazil's Cellva Ingredients Raises $4M * **01:49** - Tesco Sees Plant-Based Growth in Scratch Cooking & Health-Focused Consumers * **03:08** - Quick Hits: Peeling Produce, Super Lentils, & New Recipes * **03:51** - Hot Take: The EU's 'Meaty' Names Ban is a Win for Innovation * **04:32** - Outro ### Stories Discussed **Top Stories** * [Nestlé, the World’s Largest Food Company, Adopts Climate-Friendly Cocoa-Free Chocolate](https://www.greenqueen.com.hk/nestle-cocoa-free-chocolate-planet-a-foods-choviva-choco-crossies/) (Green Queen) * [Brazil’s Cellva Brews Up $4M in Funding to Turn Coffee Waste Into Cocoa-Free Chocolate](https://www.greenqueen.com.hk/brazil-cellva-ingredients-coffee-waste-cocoa-free-chocolate-funding/) (Green Queen) * [Tesco Reports Plant-Based Growth Led By Health-Conscious ‘Scratch Cooking’](https://plantbasednews.org/lifestyle/food/tesco-plant-based-growth-health-conscious/) (Plant Based News) * [How A Plant-Based Diet Slows Aging From The Inside Out](https://plantbasednews.org/lifestyle/beauty/plant-based-diet-slows-aging/) (Plant Based News) * [These Are The Best Vegan Cities In The UK](https://plantbasednews.org/lifestyle/travel/these-are-the-best-vegan-cities/) (Plant Based News) **Quick Hits** * [Are You Peeling The Wrong Produce? What Nutrition Science Says](https://plantbasednews.org/lifestyle/food/are-you-peeling-the-wrong-produce/) * [The Surprising Lentil That Beats The Rest On Antioxidants And Fiber](https://plantbasednews.org/lifestyle/food/lentil-beats-rest-on-antioxidants-fiber/) * [Chili Crisp And Red Miso Vodka Marinara Sauce](https://plantbasednews.org/veganrecipes/dinner/red-miso-vodka-marinara-sauce/) * [Tomato Braised Cabbage On Mint Tzatziki](https://plantbasednews.org/veganrecipes/lunch/tomato-braised-cabbage-on-mint-tzatziki/) **Hot Take** * [EU ‘Meaty’ names ban agreed, ‘burger’ and ‘sausage’ exempt](https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2026/03/06/eu-ban-on-meat-related-terms-passed-burger-sausage-exempted/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS) (Food Navigator) ### Connect With Us This episode is brought to you by **Superlab**. For websites, campaigns, and video that convert for future food brands, book a free consultation at [superlabfilm.com](https://superlabfilm.com).