Essential oils are unique in that they have such a broad range of uses. Although they are most often used in aromatherapy, perfumes, cosmetics, and massage, increasingly more people are bringing them into the kitchen as they learn about the advantages of cooking with essential oils. Cooking with essential oils is an activity that’s rapidly […]
A marinade can make an ordinary cut of meat extraordinary, but the right ingredients and flavors must be chosen for the product. The goal with a marinade is not to mask the flavor of the meat, but to enhance it. Keeping that in mind, marinades can be very different in style and in the ingredients […]
With the continued popularity of Latin American cuisine as well as the spread of certain regional variations, it is no surprise that Tex-Mex is undergoing something of a revolution. This particular style of cooking, which draws inspiration from Northern Mexico and modifies it to suit the decidedly Southwestern palates of diners, is quite different from […]
Some food and beverage trends are marked by the prominence of certain flavors, such as peach, or by herbal flavors, such as cilantro, both of which are currently seeing some of the biggest growth in the flavor industry. Other trends are marked by combinations of classic flavors, such as dark chocolate and chili peppers, or […]
Flavorists are always on the lookout for the next innovative flavor, but sometimes it is worth looking at a classic and its many uses. Beef is one of the most popular meats in the world, so it is no surprise that beef flavor ingredients are used in a number of different types of cuisine. From […]
While people have long been concerned with the flavors that they put into their foods, it is only in recent years that an increasing number of flavor companies have turned their sights on the pet food industry. However, the flavoring of pet foods can be important in creating healthy foods and treats for our furry […]
From Mexican-style queso cheese dip to chili-cheese dips, pub cheese dips, and much more, there are an incredible number of styles of cheese dips inspired by cuisines from around the world. Whether producing these cheese dips for their restaurants or to be canned and bottled for grocery store coolers and shelves, flavorists have an incredibly […]
When people think of the ingredients used for flavors and aromas they tend to imagine vanilla, rose, and cinnamon. However, onion and garlic extracts are among the most important flavors in the food industry. In a very real sense these flavors and aromas are the “unsung heroes” in flavor and fragrance production. While they […]
Whether served at a barbecue or alongside a holiday feast, baked beans are a classic dish. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t numerous different ways to craft different baked bean flavors. As a matter of fact, one quick glance at grocery store shelves will reveal a multitude of options for shoppers, with more being released […]
