FOOD 101: Flavor Development

[1] Chipotle can be found in bone broth, chocolate bars, ketchup, mayonnaise, ramen, salad dressing, snack puffs and more (photo © iGourmet). [2] Habanero is used in jerky, mayonnaise, nut mixes, potato chips and sauces (photo © Hot Chips). [3] Jalapeño can be found in canned sardines, chips, franks, hummus, jerky, performance drinks, pickles, tuna…
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FOOD FUN: Watermelon Bloody Mary With Lots Of Garnishes & Fish Sauce

This Watermelon Bloody Mary is “the perfect balance of spicy and sweet,” says the National Watermelon Promotion Board, which developed the recipe. “Don’t let the fish sauce deter you—it gives this drink just the right kick.” If you don’t have fish sauce, a key condiment in Asian countries, substitute Worcestershire sauce*, which itself is a…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Wine Spritzers (The Actual Term Is Wine Spritz)

[1] A refreshing white wine spritzer with cucumber and mint. The recipe is below (photo © Wine Institute). [2] Different ways to slice a cucumber. For this recipe, you want the long, wide slices in the center (photo © Quinciple). [3] Fresh mint (photo © Indian Home Cooking | Clarkson Potter).   It’s a beautiful…
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PRODUCT: Health Warrior Superfoods Dragon Fruit Chia Bar

We get weekly pitches for food bars: energy bars, nutrition bars, general snack bars. We don’t pursue most of them; but when something interesting comes along, we try it. Health Warrior Superfoods Dragon Fruit Chia Bar is made from two trending foods.     WHAT IS DRAGON FRUIT? You may already be familiar with chia…
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