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Do-nut Forget About Donuts!
Who can resist the scent of warm, freshly-baked donuts? Not me! There are so many varieties of donuts to choose from. No matter how hard I try to order just one for myself, I always
Fisher’s Fare: Southern Mexican Cuisine
As I consider current trends and brainstorm the next cuisine to highlight, I think a more regional approach may be appropriate. I covered Mexican cuisine in an earlier entry, but there is so much nuance
Beef: Hidden Complexity
Beef has been a topic in the hot seat for a few years. Some say red meat is just terrible for you and some say turning to plant-based meat patties is bad for you and
No Place Like Local, Hometown Bakeries
There’s no place like home – and one of the comforts of your hometown (be it small or big) is the local bakery…or bakeries. Bless the people who are passionate and talented enough to open
Hard Seltzer Summer: The Trend That Won’t Quit
No Laws… I remember when my friend first handed me a White Claw during a get-together at her house 3 or so years ago. I was intrigued, but hesitant. She explained that hard seltzer is
Yoga, Wine, and Lions’ Mane… My COVID Essentials
This past year was definitely one for the books. We all had to adopt new routines to find sanity over the past 14 months. Recently during a call with my colleagues, we were talking about
Cocktail Flavor of the Month: Spiced Orange
“Back to Normal” If there is one thing the pandemic has done, it has heightened our awareness for comfort and connection. We anxiously look forward to those days of “normal” where events and experiences are
Chocolate: The Ultimate Indulgence
Some say chocolate is the ultimate indulgence. It’s a comforting flavor that almost everyone likes. Whether you prefer milk or dark, you can always depend on it giving rise to fond memories of days gone
A Day in the Life of a Flavor Investigator
For over the past decade Givaudan, in partnership with Bellomy, has been thinking about and collecting data for flavor segmentation. It started with a thought that flavor preferences aren’t bound by the traditional demographics we
Spice Up Your Life With Spicy Snacks
Looking to spice up your life but don’t want to leave your house? Look no further than your smartphone to find some spicy bites! According to Supermarket News, during the COVID-19 pandemic, of more than
State Fair Food
Summer is calling, but spring has barely sprung! One of the things I look forward to during warmer weather is state fairs, and they’re quite iconic in the Midwest. When I was a kid, the
Bakery: Local Cafés VS Groceries
Few things bring me as much joy as a delicious pastry or baked good. To be completely honest, I wanted to write this blog for two reasons. One: there has been so much innovation and