Flavor and Wellness

Savory

4 articles

A sophisticated bartender artfully prepares a savory cocktail, showcasing the emerging trend of unique and complex drink ingredients.
Drinks

Savory Cocktails Lead Emerging Bar Trends

Bartenders are now incorporating ingredients like pickle brine directly into cocktails, a stark departure from classic sweet and sour profiles.

Daniel Moretti·September 18, 2026
A sophisticated mixologist prepares an innovative savory cocktail with unique ingredients like olive brine and mushroom tincture at a high-end bar.
Drinks

What Is the Emerging Savory Cocktail Trend and Its Flavor Profiles?

At a high-end New York City bar, bartenders now routinely craft drinks featuring olive brine, mushroom tinctures, and even bacon fat.

Daniel Moretti·June 24, 2026
Chef artfully plating a gourmet dish, showcasing the visual appeal and complexity of umami-rich ingredients in a culinary setting.
Food

What Are the Scientific Principles of Umami Taste?

In a lab experiment, combining glutamate with 5′-inosinate made rats respond to umami 1.

Isabella Cortez·April 26, 2026
A visually rich display of umami-rich foods like aged Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, shiitake mushrooms, and seaweed, beautifully lit on a wooden surface, symbolizing the depth of the fifth taste.
Food

Understanding Umami: The Science and Application of the Fifth Taste

Umami, the fifth basic taste, adds profound depth and satisfaction to food. Learn how to identify and harness this savory sensation to transform your cooking.

Isabella Cortez·April 4, 2026