Pumpkin spice makes an early return Have you noticed pumpkin spice products appearing earlier each year? Despite seemingly recent popularity, After the British East India Company’s emergence in 1600, nutmeg, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves quickly entered everyday cuisine.McCormick, the world’s
Brewed Discoveries: Charting the world of beer around the globe
A beer state of mind Beer lovers unite! With the leaves changing color and a chill in the air, new brews offer options to also attract beer avoiders. While craft beers continue to dominate, innovative flavors and creation techniques cater
Beyond the forest floor: a journey into the extraordinary world of mushrooms
Mushroom commonalities Did you know that – regardless of their dirty reputation – mushrooms made history as the first life forms to transition from the sea to land over 1.3 billion years ago? Amazingly, data indicates that mushrooms share 50%
Apples to apples: an autumnal wonder
Get ready to fall for apple season We know apples as the most classic and folkloric fruit. They hold a special place in mythology, art history, and religious iconography. The upcoming live-action Snow White movie will surely feature the fruit
Get your lilac delight with lavender: color, calming, and cuisine
Time-honored flower and herb Have you ever wondered if lavender classifies as a flower or an herb? This flowering plant falls into both groups! Lavender belongs to the mint family and the Angiosperm group. While many associate lavender with English
Minted: a fresh take on a traditional ingredient
History of mint Do you associate a mint julep with warmer weather and the Kentucky Derby? We know why you are making this natural connection. This beverage began in the Mediterranean when indigenous mint replaced the rose petals in an
Toast to tequila: Mexico’s iconic elixir rises to the top shelf
Toast to tequila: Mexico’s iconic elixir rises to the top shelf The tantalizing world of spirits sets out to witness a monumental shift. Tequila is getting ready to rise to the top. Distillers derive the seductive elixir from the succulent
Summer salt – versatile and trending ingredient
Emerging flavor trend Do you crave salty flavors more in the summer months? You’ve got good company! During summer, people often add more salt to their diets because sweat filters more sodium from our bodies. Interestingly, global consumer and market
We all scream for ice cream: exploring ice cream flavors & trends
The frozen scoop Are you tempted to indulge in an ice cream treat once the weather heats up? You got plenty of company. Last summer, a survey conducted by OnePoll, on behalf of I Love Ice Cream Cakes for National
From Field to Fashion: Make strawberries your pick of this summer
From field to fashion: Make strawberries your pick of this summer. Can you imagine a world blanked of the allure of the mouthwatering strawberry that has captivated our senses for centuries? Here comes the good news: While the warmth of