Class Topics
Savory flavor creation
Savory flavors encompass a broad variety of flavors. In this section you will learn how savory flavors are created and the difference between compounded and reaction flavors. Key savory flavor components including top-notes, botanical extracts, yeast extracts and hydrolsates and other savory tools will also be explored in this section.
Application tips & tricks
Savory encompasses many applications and flavor families - in this section, let us demystify how to use savory flavor. We will give you solid footing on how to use and request compounded and processed flavors. We will touch on reaction flavors that add meaty notes or culinary cues, explore taste modification to enhance salty or umami, and concentrated food ingredient pairings within flavor groups
Savory flavor regulation
Build a foundation of understanding of the regulations for using flavors in savory food applications. From FEMA GRAS to FDA to USDA this session has it covered.
Sensory for developers
In this section, you will be introduced to the set of savory descriptors that are used when working on a chicken-based innovation project. This is just a small sampling of the lexicon and language terminology that help when trying to develop a desired gold-standard profile.
Marketing trends
A dive into current trends that appear across various savory food product segments. We’ll dial in on global/regional cuisines that are responsible for unique flavors and taste experiences in every aisle of the grocery store. From cooking methods to the shift in consumers desire for plant