IFF’s Supro Tex is making significant progress in creating a level playing field for manufacturers seeking to develop plant-based meat products that mimic the texture of real meat. In the past, these manufacturers had to formulate their own ingredient blends and processes to achieve a meat-like product. However, Supro Tex simplifies this process for them. … Read more
Easy-to-prepare frozen family meals have received a veggie-centric and gluten-free boost. Caulipower, the brand that introduced consumers to the versatility of cauliflower in products like pizza crust, pasta, tortillas, and chicken tenders, has launched its new line of Frozen Meals. These bagged pasta dishes can be thawed and cooked into a meal for two or … Read more
Protein derived from fungal fermentation has traditionally been categorized as “plant-based,” despite not being truly representative of that classification. For over a decade, Quorn stood alone as the sole brand of meat alternatives crafted from something other than plant proteins. It was simpler to fit it into an existing category than to create a new … Read more
Lily Leedom proudly embraces her passion for salt. She has been savoring it for as long as she can remember and has even established a business to offer unique, never-before-seen varieties. Now, the salt enthusiast is on a mission to reshape perceptions of this often-misunderstood ingredient, advocating that it can elevate the flavor of even … Read more
Although food prices remain higher than they were a year ago, the monthly increases have been less pronounced over the past three months. Kayla Bruun, an economic analyst at Morning Consult, noted that the research firm has recently observed a slowdown in price inflation across various categories, including food. This month’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) … Read more
Kodiak’s journey began in the early 1980s when a family pancake recipe was sold in brown paper lunch bags from the back of a red wagon in Salt Lake City. Today, Kodiak has significantly broadened its product range, venturing into frozen waffles, oatmeal, baking mixes, and a diverse array of snack products. The brand has … Read more
The traceability rule is an integral component of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and is included in the FDA’s New Era of Smarter Food Safety initiative. As the agency aims to improve overall food safety, it is logical for the government to adopt traceability technology, which has been utilized by grocery stores for years … Read more
Following the FDA’s letter on Wednesday confirming the safety of Upside Foods’ chicken, there has been considerable discussion this week regarding cell cultivation as a method for producing meat. However, a recent advancement from Wilk demonstrates that cell cultivation technology has far-reaching applications beyond just meat production, particularly in sustainably enhancing nutrition. Formerly known as … Read more
‘Tis the season for bold flavors. This week, Nestlé made its entrance into the cocktail mixer market with the launch of Stouffer’s Lasagna Inspired Bloody Mary Mix. The company claims this mixer offers consumers “a bold and savory cocktail experience that captures the comforting taste of Stouffer’s classic lasagna sauce.” Enthusiastic consumers can create frozen … Read more
While food security, nutritional quality, clear labeling, and access to healthy food are essential for individual well-being, food-related initiatives often get overlooked in policy discussions. President Biden is the first leader since Richard Nixon to gather experts from government, science, consumer advocacy, the private sector, and philanthropy to address these pressing issues. His proposal includes … Read more