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Flavor Bases for Global Taste Trends

Formulating winning flavor bases that keep up with global taste trends can be tough. But why? It isn’t an exaggeration to say that internationally-inspired flavors are taking the food and beverage industry by storm. A desire for multicultural flavors isn’t just a North American phenomenon. According to Innova Market Insights, 1 in 3 global consumers …

Cross section of a shelf-stable layered dessert showing fruit, cream, and cake layers. Close up of a mousse chocolate cake cut on the white background. Cake slice texture with red berry and white vanilla mousse and covered with chocolate glaze

Protecting Shelf Stability: Why Formulation Fails After Sampling

As consumers embrace diverse formats, shelf stability is now critical in modern food formulation. Developers now incorporate broader requirements to meet evolving consumer demands. Shoppers expect clean-label, functional, or indulgent products tailored to their specific needs. Keeping up with this constantly evolving set of consumer needs can put considerable pressure on developers, especially when it …