Answering the needs of the evolving plant-based food and beverage market, Bell Flavors & Fragrances has launched a portfolio of taste technologies and flavors to help manufacturers overcome challenges in product development and improve the overall taste profile of plant-based alternatives.
Kerry predicts flavor, ingredient trends in ready meals, soups and other savory categories
April 2, 2021
Kerry has released a report predicting flavor and ingredient themes that are trending in ready meals, soups, sauces and sides in the United States and Canada.
Amano introduces savory enzyme for plant protein products
March 3, 2021
Amano Enzyme introduces Umamizyme™ Pulse, a non-GMO enzyme designed for use in a variety of plant protein products to produce a pleasant, savory (umami) flavor, similar to that provided by monosodium glutamate (MSG), as well as a sensation of richness and complexity (kokumi).
New study shows MSG promotes significant sodium reduction, enjoyment of better-for-you foods
August 19, 2020
A new study published in the Journal of Food Science suggests monosodium glutamate (MSG) can be used to significantly reduce sodium while also promoting the enjoyment of better-for-you foods like grains and vegetables.
Salt of the Earth’s clean label Mediterranean Umami ingredient helps food manufacturers cut sodium by up to 45%
July 30, 2020
Using Mediterranean Umami, a sodium-reduction ingredient, can help food manufacturers improve their Nutri-Score label. This clean-label ingredient product line, developed by Salt of the Earth, Ltd., consists of Mediterranean Umami powder and Mediterranean Umami liquid.
New Mediterranean umami powder cuts salt in snacks
May 29, 2020
With snacking up during the COVID-19 pandemic, reducing the amount of salt in snacks is an on-trend task for snack companies. Salt of the Earth, Ltd., has developed a new, clean-label sodium-reduction ingredient for snack applications.
With more than three out of four consumers worldwide claiming to read ingredient labels, it has become critical that food and beverage manufacturers offer clean-label products consumers can trust.
The Mushroom Benefit fuses mushroom functionality and umami taste into a convenient crunchy snack
June 25, 2019
Umamis Crunchy Snacks are manufactured using traditional extrusion technology applied with novel adaptations that yields a generous 40g-equivalent hit of fresh mushrooms per serving.
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is one of the most beloved and vilified ingredients in history
March 15, 2019
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a pantry staple across the globe, yet the subject of skepticism in the US where stigmas prevail despite extensive research proving its safety.