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Artificial Flavors: Safer, More Efficient, and More Cost Effective The use of natural and artificial flavorings in food products and the social discussion of which is safer to utilize has led to several social ramifications, especially for the food producers and the consumers. There is a general consensus of the definition of natural and artificial flavorings, with the definition focusing around how the flavoring is synthesized. Some have also utilized the term ‘food additive’ to encompass all…

They are hard sugar shells which carry the letter 'S '. The confectionery is sold in a variety of flavors, such as Tropical and Wild Berry. Not only are they known for their product, but also for their humorous but odd commercials. They are not your ordinary candy commercials. From splooge of skittles to skittles pox. It triggers the curiosity of their…

Have you ever been sitting in line for a fast food restaurant and wondered what the long term effects the food we are about the purchase could be making on our bodies? Fast food has many different additives that are coloring our foods and preservatives such as sodium nitrate, MSG (monosodium glutamate), and even feathers and hair that are commonly labeled as L-cysteine and more that are in many different foods that most individuals consume on a daily basis. Fast food may be good, but it has…

These reactions are also known as “browning” (“Maillard Reaction”). This happens due to the high temperatures involved in baking. These reactions cause the darkening of the dough, and also delicious flavors and aromas (Baker). There are 3 stages to the Maillard reaction: the initial stage, the intermediate stage, and the final stage. The initial stage is where the amino acids involved in the reaction begin to condensate. The intermediate stage occurs…

1.0 Introduction 4-hydroxy-3methbenzaldehyde is the scientific name for Vanillin. What is vanillin? It is a substance that adds flavor to the special taste and smell in food. It is extracted from high quality beans (1). A specific solvent named ethanol can be used to extract vanillin. There are two types of vanillin namely natural vanillin and artificial vanillin. There is artificial vanillin in the market because natural vanillin is costly. Before a chemical experiment or process is carried out…

of dishwashing jobs and working long hours in the kitchen in order to pay bills. Little did I know that it was a whole other world filled with imagination and flavors that can only be created with dedication and passion. When cooking is done the right way, senses are opened up, cultures are brought to reality, and the true beauty of flavors are enlightened with every dish. To this day, in the culinary field, many techniques, ingredients, styles, and cooks are known. However, everyday that passes…

Some jobs require more than a degree or a diploma; they require a passion, and being a chef falls into that category. Anyone wanting to be a chef must be passionately in love with food, cooking and ingredients. Much like scientists they must be willing to experiment with ingredients and expand their creativity. However, these alone cannot make you a chef; you do need a degree or diploma in the field. Here is what you need to know about becoming a chef in India; right from chef courses…

definition: • Cooking is an art of application of heat to prepare food. • The objective of cooking is to bring chemical and physical change in food to make it a complete dish. • Cooking makes the food easier to digest, makes the food eatable, improves foods flavor, makes eye appealing, creates an appetite, kills harmful bacteria etc. 8.2 Methods of cooking: Moist / Wet Media: 1- Boiling: • In this cooking method, food items are totally submerged in hot water and cooked at 100 degree Celsius.…

Introduction Everyone has heard that myth that children simply do not like eating vegetables. However, this myth is quickly debunked if a child is asked which vegetable is their favorite. Not all children like all kinds of vegetables, but they usually have an answer ready. Whether if it is broccoli because it is shaped like a tree or carrots because they have a crunchy texture, there is always some explanation of why they like a particular vegetable or fruit. In the end, children tend to make…

Shrimp and Grits Growing up in the South seafood is a staple ingredient in most dishes especially in Louisiana. Seafood like shrimp can be prepared many different ways. Shrimp can be boiled, fried, or even sautéed. No matter how shrimp are prepared they are delicious. Grits are also commonly eaten in the South. Grits is eaten for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The toping they are served with are endless. Some people even add sugar to grit they are very versatile which makes them great for…