A tablespoon of news. A cup of the latest dairy technology insights. A dash of innovation. We hope the dairy flavor insights and information we’ve collected here, from our team and other sources, serve a plateful of knowledge and success.
We recently posed questions to three Edlong team members to understand how they use flavor science and culinary artistry to deliver authentic dairy taste, and Gold Standard recipes. We welcomed Corporate Research Chef Anne Druschitz CRC®, Junior Food Scientist (and recent CIA grad) Madison Giacherio, and Edlong R&D Applications Intern (and also recent CIA grad) […]
With more than half of all U.S. consumers eating more plant-based foods and beverages, plant-based diets are here to stay. But there’s still plenty of room for growth. If your consumers are putting up road blocks on jumping aboard the plant-based diet bandwagon, it’s probably because they have heard some, or maybe all, of the […]
Some food trends leave a permanent impact on consumer buying habits. Other trends are fleeting. Our food scientists and industry experts are always looking ahead, and behind, to make sure we provide the tools food developers need to capture those significant, long-lasting consumer shifts. We believe the following will be the most impactful and continuing […]
Consumers are notoriously fickle, with fad foods emerging and then disappearing in the blink of an eye. But some food industry trends linger. What food industry trends from 2018 made the biggest splash, and will continue to resonate in 2019? We think three big trends with staying power are culinary indulgence, dairy-free and vegan, and […]
Corporate social responsibility is an integral part of Edlong, and Edlong’s culture. We consistently exceed our contribution goal of 1% of annual profits. Our commitment to social responsibility is also epitomized by our Edlong Enriches program. Led by our employee-driven Giving Back Team, our Edlong Enriches program helps us fulfill our mission of enriching the lives […]
As in the US, Mexican eating behavior has shifted dramatically toward more frequent snacking. There are some fundamental economic and cultural changes taking place and this is resulting in a ripple effect on eating culture. Our study, Insider’s Guide to Snacking: Mexico, offers our customers meaningful information that impacts their product development projects. A Cultural […]
What are the next big issues to affect product labeling? This month, we examine what’s happening—and what could be around the corner—in three of the hottest topics for today’s food manufacturers: GMOs, PHOs and USDA Organic Certification. Our three-part series concludes with a look at some of the major issues affecting product labeling today, with […]
Do you have a new product idea? Before you launch into product development and sensory analysis, step back for a moment. Consider how product labeling might be affected by—or may even drive—your new product. This month, we look into what you should be talking about right from the start when brainstorming about new products. Last […]
