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A taste of generation yum

Food Network Sizzle

Meet Generation Yum

Young people don’t just care about food. They’re obsessed with it. Food Network explored this next generation of food culture, uncovering how Millennial and Gen Z audiences discover, share, and experience food in their daily lives.

I developed this brand sizzle to open the “Meet Generation Yum” event at Project Farmhouse in New York, translating those insights into a story that positioned Food Network as both a cultural authority and a platform for brands to connect with this evolving audience.

Event Experience

Food is Sensory

Stations throughout the event space were designed to bring Food Network’s key themes to life, from Food Is Heritage to Food Is Community.

Video screens, scented cards, and Holosonic speakers immersed guests in the sights, smells, and sounds of food preparation.

Event Exhibits

Guests sampled fare from local chefs ranging from healthy to decadent, including poke avocado toast, roast pork with grits, juice shots, and artisanal donuts.

The exhibits helped reinforce the idea that food culture is both personal and experiential.

Panel of Discussions

The event brought together Food Network’s audience research, brand perspective, and cultural insight into one conversation.

As younger audiences reshape traditional attitudes about food, the network positioned itself as a trusted resource for fans and a strong partner for brands.

The mission was to serve up food content the way next-gen consumers want it: on their own terms.
Matt Rosecrance