Sweet and salty have a sophisticated sibling. “Craveable” is the best word to describe the phenomenon that sparks taste buds when sweet and umami tastes are combined in the same dish. Here, we’ll explore this trendy pairing and the fascinating world of umami with insights, a perspective from our resident umami expert, delicious recipes and products that can help you up the craveability factor on your menu.
1Datassential MenuTrends, U.S. Menu Penetration 2016-2020.
2Datassential SNAP Food Profile, “Umami,” February 2021.
3The Spruce Eats, “What is Umami?”, September 2021.
Additional Sources:
Flavor & the Menu, “Umami’s Next Move,” by Katie Ayoub, September 2019.
Datassential MenuTrends.
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