April 5, 2025 – Food Science

April 5, 2025

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Weekend reading: Feeding the Economy

I was sent the press release for an annual report from a long list of…

The dairy industry promises to take color dyes out of ice cream (by 2028). And an update on the color situation.
USDA Secretary Rollins held a press conference with the dairy industry to announce the removal of artificial color dyes. This is a voluntary, proactive pledge to eliminate the use of… Read more: The dairy industry promises to take color dyes out of ice cream (by 2028). And an update on the color situation.
What are the Harvest Maturity Indices for Strawberries
Strawberries can be harvested at two different maturities to meet marketing needs at varying distances. Color is the most critical parameter used as a maturity index for strawberry harvest. Other… Read more: What are the Harvest Maturity Indices for Strawberries
Do you need to wash rice before cooking? Here’s the science
Rice is a staple food for billions of people in Asia and Africa. It’s also a versatile ingredient for many iconic dishes from around the world, including dolmades from Greece,… Read more: Do you need to wash rice before cooking? Here’s the science
Thermomix Has Long Been a Leader in Cooking Automation, But Now They’re Going Full Robot
For years, I’ve said that the Thermomix is quite possibly the most successful automated cooking appliance in the world. Sure, it’s not a humanoid robot or what we’ve come to… Read more: Thermomix Has Long Been a Leader in Cooking Automation, But Now They’re Going Full Robot
MegMilk Snow Brand Baristaism Chilld Cup Coffee
MegMilk Snow Brand has introduced a new chilled cup coffee line called Baritaism, which is centered around Hiroshi Sawada 澤田洋史, who in 2008 became the first Asian to win the… Read more: MegMilk Snow Brand Baristaism Chilld Cup Coffee