Synthesized Gourmet

Instead of improving food quality, foodies adopt flavor enhancers

Implications - Previously a frowned upon aspect of food preparation, flavor enhancers are being embraced by foodies on an international scale as a cost-effective way to make anything gourmet. As concerns regarding food sources rise, the adoption of solutions that support a novel approach to food preparation are making the tasteless gourmet and bringing the notion food connoisseur down to an everyday concept.

Trend Themes

  1. Flavor Enhancers — Foodies are embracing flavor enhancing products to make anything gourmet.
  2. Sensory Experience — Designers and chefs are incorporating sensory experiences into food preparation and consumption.
  3. Customization — Customization of food and drink products allows consumers to personalize their experience.

Industry Implications

  1. Food and Beverage — Food and beverage industry professionals should explore incorporating flavor enhancers and sensory experiences into their product offerings.
  2. Design — Designers can consider creating products that enhance the sensory aspect of food and drink.
  3. Hospitality — Hospitality industry professionals can enhance their guests' experiences with custom food and drink offerings.
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Featured Examples

Flavoring-Injecting Kitchen Equipment
Flavoring-Injecting Kitchen Equipment
The Marinade Infusing Meat Tenderizer Does Two Jobs in One
Tenderizing a piece of meat is essential to many recipes, but the Marinade Infusing Meat Tenderizer goes above and beyond by offering users the ability to also flavor the cut during the process.... MORE
Color-Enhancing Food Sprays
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Transform the Way Meals Look with The Ingenious Food Finish Product
Putting some color on a platter was always an intricate task many chefs had to endure in their pursuit of producing fine confections. The edible spray-on ‘Food Finish’ eliminates the... MORE
Alcohol-Enchancing Biscuits
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Embedded Drinks by Marti Guixe Accents Flavor Notes in Beverages
The Embedded Drinks series is made for those who really know how to enjoy their alcoholic beverages. It is a series of biscuits that have been created to enhance the flavors of five specific drinks:... MORE
Champagne Mixology Aids
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'Rich' is a Veuve Clicquot Champagne Created Specifically for Mixed Drinks
Veuve Clicquot Champagne launched its latest innovation for mixed cocktails called ‘Rich.’ This is the first product of a mixology-inspired beverage enhancer from Veuve Clicquot Champagne.... MORE
Cocktail-Flavoring Travel Kits
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Bittered Sling's Travel Pack Takes Inspiration from Global Cities
The Tales of the Cocktail Special Edition Travel Pack by Bittered Sling features four bitters that celebrate the four distinct neighbourhoods that are part of the Tales on Tour destinations offered... MORE
Food Flavor-Enhancing Perfumes
Food Flavor-Enhancing Perfumes
The Fragrant Supper Club Brings Out Food Smells with Fragrances
The way food smells and the way it awakens our other senses is a huge part of the culinary experience. To explore the effect of fragrance and its ties to food, London-based perfumer Louise Bloor... MORE
play_circle_filledSavour-Enhancing Utensils
Savour-Enhancing Utensils
Tableware by James Stoklund Challenges Conventional Dining Experience
Tableware by James Stoklund was created with the intent of inviting diners to experience their food more holistically as aided by enhanced utensils.  The Danish Royal College of Art graduate... MORE
Hot Hawaiian Sauces
Hot Hawaiian Sauces
The Adoboloco Jalapeno Sauce Says Aloha to Some Spicy Flavor
The Adoboloco Jalapeno Sauce is a great way to introduce a bit of a Hawaiian flavor into the home. Those who are looking for a change from more typical Asian and Indian flavors will surely get a... MORE

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