Emmanuel Laroche

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Author and Podcast Host

Born and raised in France, Emmanuel lives in New Jersey and travels around the country conducting tastings and giving lectures, and presentations on food, flavors, ingredients, and consumer trends. He is the VP of Marketing of the global flavors and food ingredients manufacturer. Host of the podcast Flavors Unknown, he is the author of two books—Conversations Behind The Kitchen Door and A Taste of Madagascar—and is currently working on his first novel.

Jan. 28, 2026

A Taste of Madagascar: How Food, Travel, and Human Connection Redefined a Life

This episode delves into the profound journey of personal reinvention, exemplified by Emmanuel Laroche's transformative experiences in Madagascar. What began as a professional endeavor in the realm of food ingredients and mar...