Expo East 2021, held in the city of brotherly love, a.k.a. Philadelphia, was back in action for the first time since 2019. Spirits were high, masks were on, and great design was aplenty. Entrepreneurial upstarts filled the aisles, showing off their new wares while challenger brands debuted overhauled looks. Plant-based foods, adaptogenic beverages, and better-for-you products reigned supreme.

It was hard to pick from the star-studded crew, but here are 11 highlights from the tradeshow floor.