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Food Colourants

Apr 30
4 min

Food Colourants

Dr Suess wrote about green eggs and ham. The character said “I WOULD NOT EAT THEM HERE OR THERE. I WOULD NOT EAT THEM ANYWHERE. I WOULD NOT EAT GREEN EGGS AND HAM.” Well, the reason why may well be linked to the fact that green is not the colour we expect eggs to be and green tends to have very different flavour connotations – green is probably more commonly associated with an apple flavour, or perhaps mint – at worst it if it is a sort of grey-green the link may be to food t

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Sugar vs Sweeteners

Mar 9
2 min

Sugar vs Sweeteners

A sugar substitute, or artificial sweetener, is a food additive which attempts to duplicate the effect of sugar or corn syrup in taste, but often with less food energy. An important class of sugar substitutes are known as high intensity sweeteners. These are compounds whose sweetness is many times that of sucrose; accordingly, much less sweetener is required and energy contribution often negligible. The sensation of sweetness caused by these compounds (the "sweetness profile"

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Benefits and Uses for Baking Soda

Feb 11
3 min

Benefits and Uses for Baking Soda

Baking soda, also known as sodium bicarbonate, is widely used in baking thanks to its leavening properties – in other words – it causes dough to rise by producing carbon dioxide. But aside from its usefulness in cooking, it has a number of other uses and benefits. Here are just a few: 1. Neutralise fridge odours Have you ever opened your fridge and been hit by a foul smell? Chances are that some foods in your fridge have overstayed their welcome and started spoiling. Even onc

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The 4 Biggest Food and Drink Trends For 2021

Dec 23, 2020
2 min

The 4 Biggest Food and Drink Trends For 2021

There are four big food and drink trends likely to explode next year—spurred on by the pandemic—which seem unlikely candidates at first glance, but they offer reliable, practical market solutions to an industry which has suffered under Covid-19 and is ready for a little disruption. According to Forbes.com columnist Alex Ledsom, there are the four main things that we’ll be doing differently in 2021 in regard to what we choose to put into our bodies. Insects Insects are high in

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Plant-based eating to change the food industry

Dec 7, 2020
2 min

Plant-based eating to change the food industry

Plant-based eating and plant-based food alternatives have been hot news for a while now, and questions have been raised as to whether this trend is here to stay or just another passing food fad. Industry experts and researchers, however, seem unanimous in their thinking that plant-based is anything but a passing fad popular only amongst ecowarriors and health fanatics. The plant based food market is currently valued at $4.5 billion and is reportedly growing at a rate of five

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Trends driving change in the baking industry

Nov 16, 2020
3 min

Trends driving change in the baking industry

The food industry, including the baked goods sector is being driven by consumer’s demand for products that deliver on all fronts including flavour, quality and variety. On top of this is the expectation for convenience, healthfulness, a clean label and social and environmental responsibility. Now more than even the ‘baker’s job’ has become even harder as they try and deliver on all these expectations. According to an article published on THE BAKER’S TAKE , these challenges al

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Preservatives and Food Safety

Aug 15, 2020
3 min

Preservatives and Food Safety

Preservatives are added to food to prevent food spoilage caused by bacteria, moulds, fungus, and yeast. Preservatives can keep food fresher for longer periods of time, extending its shelf life. Food preservatives also are used to slow or prevent changes in colour, flavour or texture and delay rancidity. They are also often used in used in convenience and snack foods. Preservatives can be made of “natural” chemicals such as salt or alcohol. They can also be man-made, or synthe

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What is the difference between dark circles, puffy eyes and bags under the eyes?

Jun 24, 2020
2 min

What is the difference between dark circles, puffy eyes and bags under the eyes?

Dark Circles, puffy eyes and bags under the eyes are some of the leading concerns for many women (and men). Every year millions are spent on cosmetic treatments to address these common concerns, but not everyone understands the differences between them and this is quite important in order to ensure that the skin care solution chosen is the right one for the job. Dark circles under the eyes are primarily as a result of genetics although the intensity and prominence of the circ

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The Alternative Protein Movement

Jun 24, 2020
2 min

The Alternative Protein Movement

Health and wellness have become a major focus globally. This coupled with the focus on the environment and our impact on it is driving the food industry in a new direction with the demand for protein alternatives leading the way. It is no longer just about salt, sugar and fat and more about the positive attributes of ingredients, such as nutritional benefits or sustainability. Protein Alternatives Gain Popularity Proteins have become an important consideration for many consum

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Fragrance Trends 2020

Jun 23, 2020
2 min

Fragrance Trends 2020

There are several trends that are driving changes in the world around us. For example, the rise in environmental awareness and sustainability is forcing the beauty and fragrance market to become more transparent, source ingredients more ethically and offer recyclable or better packaging solutions for the products we all love to use. Other trends include a move away from using gender to define both fashion and fragrance, with the focus being on the individual and personality.

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How COVID-19 will affect 2020 food trends

Jun 23, 2020
1 min

How COVID-19 will affect 2020 food trends

The impact on the global economy has been significant and the effect will be felt in all markets including the food industry. Consumer spending is expected to be curtailed which will have a knock-on effect on the types of food and drinks that are being consumed. Forecasters have therefore adjusted their trend predictions accordingly. In a recent article in Food Business News, the following trends were noted: - The big trends for 2020 included growth in the markets for healthi

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