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Chinese Pork Buns

Chinese buns (bao) are on-trend yet still a little unconventional. This version, distributed frozen, focuses on ingredients from Northern China, where pork, wheat and cabbage are common. ...More
May 23, 2012
Posted in Articles, Bakery / Cereal, Dressing / Marinades, Sauces / Gravies / Soup
Flours, Legumes, Spices Recalled Over Undeclared Allergens

California-based Santos Agency, Inc., is recalling Santos Brand flours, legumes and spices because they may contain undeclared peanuts and wheat, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced May 18. ...More
May 21, 2012
Posted in News
A Taste of Healthy Spices and Seasonings

Supportive research into the health benefits of spices fits nicely with two consumer trends: movement toward natural remedies, and a growing appetite for spicy foods. ...More
May 15, 2012
Posted in Articles
A Taste of the Tropics

New menu items and retail product launches are inspired by foods from tropical countries like Hawaii, Brazil, the Philippines, Indonesia and Vietnam. ...More
March 26, 2012
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Fancy Food Product Trivial Pursuit

I just attended my 18th Fancy Food Show. Back in 1994 it cost $25 and there was lots of chocolate, cheese and olive oil. This year, it cost $45, and there was STILL lots of chocolate, cheese and olive oil, but there were also lots of banana jams, healthy indulgence items ...More
January 27, 2012
Posted in Blog, Flavor, Sauces / Gravies / Soup
Asian Sauces: Adapting Authenticity

By emphasizing deliciousness over authenticity, Asian sauces—highlighting katsu, sriracha and ponzu—provide a foothold for the mainstream, sometimes even keeping authenticity intact. ...More
January 24, 2012
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New Flavor Twists on Mayonnaise Spice Up Menus

A long-time staple in American refrigerators, mayonnaise is weaving its way onto the culinary scene with new flavor twists and variations to spice up the condiment’s standing among other tasty staples such as ketchup and mustard. ...More
January 18, 2012
Posted in News, Flavor
2012 Food, Beverage Trends

Consumer concerns about health and wellness, coupled with a continued uncertain economic future, will set the stage for ongoing food and beverage trends to be stretched to their full potential in 2012 as both industry and consumers tighten their belts on spending and ...More
December 2, 2011
Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal, Colors, Flavor, Nutraceuticals
Roasted Vegetables and Spices—Little Effort, Big Flavor

Roasting vegetables and spices brings out a natural sweetness and deepens flavors, adding interest to a variety of applications and menu items, from frozen pizza to soups, dips, sandwiches and snacks. ...More
November 18, 2011
Posted in Articles, Dressing / Marinades, Flavor, Sauces / Gravies / Soup
Latin American Sauce Inspirations

Latin American food influences have quickly landed a top spot in the “ethnic trends" category, and the flavorful sauces of South America, the Caribbean, Central America and Mexico have gained popularity among consumers, product developers and chefs. ...More
September 29, 2011
Posted in Articles, Colors, Dressing / Marinades, Flavor, Sauces / Gravies / Soup