These days, it’s not uncommon for a dairy indulgence to be an udderless endeavor. Maybe it’s the fact that 65% of humans are lactose intolerant according to Genetics Home Reference, perhaps it’s the rise in veganism or maybe it’s because the dairy industry hasn’t exactly played a hero’s role in solving growing concerns regarding climate…
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Soy Sauce is so much more than just a condiment for your Asian food. While this fermented soybean concoction is typically paired with Chinese and Japanese cuisine, this umami flavor enhancement has a nuanced history that dates back 2,000+ years and continues to produce a variety of flavors that can be used across a myriad…
At Nikken Foods, our sustainability program is an ongoing process encompassing on two key areas: social responsibility and environmental friendliness. We focus on being responsible towards the environment, and on the well-being of our employees who work so hard to share the joys of good taste and health around the world. Our People Embracing diversity,…
Sauces have been changing how we eat food as long as we can remember with recipes dating back to Roman times. Whether it’s simply accompanying the meal or a crucial part of the dish, sauces provide that extra bit of pizzazz to take flavors and textures from simple to extraordinary. Cultures around the worlds have…
Per the World’s Healthiest Foods Organization, you should be enjoying an optimal intake of 1.5 cups of cruciferous vegetables every day. And, based on its many health benefits, their top vegetable recommendation is none other than…. Cabbage. Nikken Foods is a strong proponent of this “power veg” and that’s why we’ve produced an exclusive Chinese…
Are you one of the many health-conscious eaters who checks every label before purchasing your food? As “clean eating” moves from a buzzword into a lifestyle, consumers aren’t the only ones ensuring the products they invest in feature natural ingredients with profound nutritional value – it’s the brands, too! Nikken Foods breaks down 5 clean…
Most people are familiar with four key taste profiles to measure their response to food: Sweet, bitter, salty and sour. But there’s actually a fifth taste profile that wasn’t made official until the mid 1990’s that presents a remarkably savory flavor which gives foods that full-bodied, meaty taste: umami. University of Miami researchers named Umami…
Each year brings a whole host of delicious new flavor combinations to the food and beverage industry. Some end up being mostly novelty, while others set the tone (and flavor) for how a perpetually on-the-go consumer will snack. Here are a few of the best savory snack trends of 2019: #1: Healthier Food Swaps What’s…
While you may not always have the time to grow your own kale or lettuce in the garden, mixing your own salad dressing is a fast, easy and healthy way to create a signature salad. And before you start, it’s always a good idea to opt for natural ingredients wherever you can. Here are a…
