“What we’re finding,” says Wixon Marketing Manager, Becca Henrickson, “is that as more consumers seek out plant-based alternatives to meat products and healthier food options, mushrooms can provide the desired texture and health halo they want. Mushrooms are widely known for their earthy and umami-rich flavor, but their popularity is fast-growing for their associated health benefits and meat-like texture, as well.”

National Caramel Month is observed annually in October and National Caramel Day is observed annually on April 5, so mark your calendars and satisfy your sweet tooth.

Conventionally, flavor has been added after the texturizing process and this has produced an intense but short-lived experience. Adding flavor during or before texturizing is not commonly done because the flavor affects the texture of the product, and the flavor performance is affected by the texturization process. 

Enrichables are vegan, non-GMO, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free and contain no added fillers or flavors, making them nearly undetectable, no matter the dish.

As of December 27, 2019, organic certified flavors will be required in all organic food and beverage products, unless the flavor is not commercially available as organic.

Bell Flavors & Fragrances announced the recent hire of Mike Haracz, senior corporate chef, Ben Stanley, corporate chef – sweet applications manager, Harry Park, research chef, as well as promotion of Casey Schallert to the position of senior research chef, at their headquarters in Northbrook, Ill.

“Firmenich has the greatest respect for Robertet, with its family values, long term vision of the industry and leading capabilities in natural ingredients,” said Patrick Firmenich, Chairman of the Board of Firmenich. “As a long-term oriented shareholder, this investment reflects Firmenich’s commitment to best support Robertet’s continued growth.”

More than any single seasonal flavor trend, it's really the overarching globalization of flavor that is turning the food industry upside down, ushering in a whole new approach to meeting consumer demand.

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.