Periodically, Smithfield Foods engages in sessions called Smithfield Innovation Labs, in which chefs are invited to experiment with the company's products in order to generate innovative approaches for product application.
The Master Chefs’ Institute is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of culinary excellence by conducting comprehensive and objective third-party testing
October 16, 2019
Lamb Weston frozen potato products were submitted for testing against national competitors’ products. Different lots of products were tested independently against a variety of attributes. All the products Lamb Weston submitted for testing qualified for the Seal of Excellence, which signifies the products achieved the Master Chef standard of quality.
Spirited Creations: The use of alcohol in food and beverage preparations is on the rise as consumer palates become more sophisticated and chefs and mixologists push boundaries.
Used as a splash or a concentrated reduction, alcohol "opens up" the starring flavors in sweet and savory formulations, enhancing them without overriding them.
It may be a dark liquor, but bourbon is the clear leader of the spirit trend, fueled by the renewed interest in authenticity and craft heritage products, innovation from distilleries and elevated cocktail programs.
A food technologist's perspective on working with alcohol-related ingredients.
September 11, 2019
Prepared Foods talks with Rob McEwan, food technologist at Perdue Foods, parent company of Coleman Natural Foods. Coleman Natural, Westminster, Colo., says it has produced meats "raised the way nature intended" since 1875.
According to new research, 74% of parents agree that there are not enough healthy kids' menu option.
September 9, 2019
Restaurant kids' menus often seem like an afterthought across restaurant segments—with the same hamburgers, chicken strips, and French fries commonly offered. These fried options are likely why a lack of healthy kids' menu items is a top concern among parents.
The new butter is slow-churned in small batches and infused with high quality spices and flavors
July 26, 2019
The seasoned spreadable butter adds something special to almost any dish and comes in three flavors: garlic & herb, lemon garlic & herb and cinnamon & brown sugar.
A savvy food product developer knows that the source (or sources) of heat is only one part of the equation. There also needs to be the right complement of flavors.