Food & beverage innovation consultancy

We bring ideas to the shelf.

We bring ideas to the shelf for startups through to Fortune 500 companies. Our expertise and technical services span from formulation to sustainability, packaging, and PR, supporting a diverse range of CPG brands — from food & beverage to natural personal care and even pet food! A female-founded business located in London supporting global brands.

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Proof in the product

Trusted expertise, from London to launch.

100+

clients supported

15+

years of experience

UK ↔ US

market expertise

London

based, working globally

Who we work with

Built for every stage of growth.

Startups

From first idea to first shelf.

You have a vision and a mission. We turn it into a product that works, scales and sells. We hand-hold you through every stage of the journey, from concept and formulation to sourcing, manufacturing partners and launch, so you can spend your energy building the brand rather than decoding the supply chain.

Ready to bring your idea to life? Let’s talk.

SMEs

Your launch was the start. Let’s make it stronger.

Already on shelf and looking to level up? Whether you want to optimise taste, tighten your supply chain or expand your portfolio, we act as an extension of your team. You get senior technical expertise and fresh thinking without the overhead of building an in-house R&D function.

Ready to grow with confidence? Get in touch.

Corporates

Innovation, inside and outside the box.

Whether you want to innovate within your existing manufacturing or explore ideas beyond your current model, we bring a fresh, independent perspective backed by hands-on technical delivery. We work alongside your internal teams to move new concepts from brief to launch, without the constraints of “how we’ve always done it.”

Have a challenge in mind? Let’s explore it together.

Ways of working

The right level of support, for right now.

Bespoke

Your challenge, your project.

Have a specific challenge or opportunity in mind? We’ll evaluate your needs and design a project built around them, with the scope, team and timeline shaped to fit your goals rather than squeezed into a standard package.

Have something specific in mind? Tell us about it.

Deliverable-Based

One problem. One clear outcome.

Need support on just one part of your innovation pipeline? We’ll take on a defined, deliverable-based project with a clear scope and a clear result. For example, if you only need help extending your shelf life, we focus on that and nothing else. You get focused expertise exactly where you need it, with no surprises.

Know exactly what you need? Let’s scope it.

Retainer-Based

A dedicated partner from concept to commercialisation.

Taking a product from idea to shelf takes time and continuity. With a retainer, you get ongoing support for several months up to a year, with a team that understands your brand and carries your project through every stage of development. It’s a steady, embedded partnership rather than a series of one-off handoffs.

Planning a full launch? Let’s build the roadmap together.

What Nali does

Science meets market.

Food science and technical expertise, grounded in the commercial realities that take a product from an idea to the shelf.

Ideation

Not sure where to start? We will help you identify whitespace opportunities for new product development in the food and beverage market. We’ll support you with strategic planning that delivers real innovation in your category.

Research and Development

Formulation in a day, backed by data.

We pair an AI formulation tool with our own data to give your product a greater chance of success from the very first prototype. Our supplier network spans the globe, from juices and fibres to flavours and beyond, and it’s our “little black book” with a serious upgrade. The result: we can formulate in a single-day workshop.

The caveat? That speed works when we’re building on proven ingredients and market references. If you want to play science experiment and invent something that doesn’t exist yet, that’s a longer journey, and we’ll tell you so upfront.

Ready to see your idea in a bottle, bar or bowl? Book a formulation workshop.

Regulatory and Compliance

Assist with compliance for your products to meet food and drink market regulations. We ensure all products meet local food agency standards and labelling requirements. All food safety and allergen declarations are held to the utmost standard.

Quality Assurance & Nutrition

We act as your trusted nutritionist, providing guidance on optimal daily values and calorie content for your product. We help determine shelf-life requirements, implement analytical and sensory testing, and create effective consumer complaint management systems to support your brand.

Supply Chain Architecture

Establishing strategic partnerships for efficient, sustainable supply chains that align with your brand values and project requirements. Our holistic approach integrates stakeholder engagement, sustainability modelling, and rigorous assessment of

environmental, regulatory, and supply chain risks. We can advise on sustainable sourcing to ensure your supply chain is built with resilience.

Sustainability

Whether you’re looking to update your packaging with compostable or recyclable materials, or optimising your operations to meet carbon, corporate social responsibility (CSR), or environmental targets, we can support your sustainability needs. Our expertise spans sustainable product development, circular economy solutions, regenerative agriculture sourcing, and innovative upcycling initiatives. Our comprehensive services ensure your business can achieve its sustainability goals.

Coaching

Launching an innovation is a challenge, especially when you’re not versed in the industry jargon. To help support small and medium enterprises and start-ups, we offer coaching and mentoring options to help get your feet off the ground. Depending on your needs, you can schedule a two-hour brainstorming session or a monthly session to ensure your product launches are smooth!

UK ↔ US specialist

Ready to hop the pond?

We help UK brands expand into the US and US brands enter the UK — navigating regulatory requirements, compliance, formulation, consumer expectations and taste preferences on both sides of the Atlantic.

UKUK to US
USUS to UK

We do so much more!

Explore our media portfolio, including engaging articles, informative podcasts, and immersive sensory exhibitions.

For all our latest PR features, visit our press page.

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Food & beverage categories

Breadth, with specialist depth.

From everyday favourites to new-category innovation, our expertise flexes to the product and market in front of you.

Functional beverages

Functional beverages

Alcoholic beverages

Alcoholic beverages

Confectionery

Confectionery

Snacks & bars

Snacks & bars

Pet food

Pet food

Personal care

Personal care

Condiments

Condiments

Frozen

Frozen

Female-founded

A fresh perspective, backed by experience.

Nali is a female-founded consultancy bringing food science, commercial thinking and a relationship-led approach to every partnership. We are proud to support ambitious founders building the next generation of food and beverage brands.

Meet the team
Natalie Alibrandi

Clients

Trusted by brands

Let's make it happen

Ready to develop, launch or grow?

Whether you're a founder, growing business or established team — in the UK, the US or beyond — let's start a conversation.

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Nali Consulting London
950 Great West Road
Brentford, London
United Kingdom
TW8 9ES

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