Harnessing Pandan as a Natural Colorant Beyond the Synthetic Spectrum As the industry uncovers more about the long-term effects of synthetic dyes, consumers are shifting their loyalty toward natural alternatives. One of them being pandan, an aromatic leaf of Southeast A... Jan 27, 2026
Real vs Synthetic Pandan: How to Spot it Often referred to as "Asian Vanilla," pandan is rapidly ascending in the U.S. and European markets – particularly in the Netherlands, where its deep historical ties to Southeast Asia have paved the wa... Jan 16, 2026
What Is Pandan? The Asian Vanilla with a Natural Vibrant Green Hue Often described as the “Vanilla of the East,” Pandan is a spiky, tropical plant that is currently moving from a regional Southeast Asian staple to a global innovation powerhouse. With its vibrant emer... Jan 10, 2026
Top 5 Food and Beverage Trends in 2026 For decades, taste was the undisputed king of the food and beverage industry. However, as we move into 2026, the crown has shifted. Today’s consumers are more aware of how their dietary choices affect... Jan 6, 2026
The Festive Fix: Using Christmas Spices to Combat Bloating The holiday season is synonymous with joy, celebration, and, of course, incredible food. But this festive feasting often comes with an unwelcome side effect: the dreaded holiday bloat. Fortunately, ma... Dec 24, 2025
Vanilla Trends: Innovation for the Future of Food & Wellness As one of the world's most versatile and beloved ingredients, you might think vanilla has little left to prove. However, vanilla has dramatically transformed into a powerful source of innovation for m... Dec 19, 2025
Exploring The Cinnamon Spectrum Through Origin The global market has been simplifying cinnamon for decades, lumping their different species into one. This fails to acknowledge the diversity of the spice. Cinnamon is a genus (Cinnamomum) that offer... Nov 24, 2025
Surprising Cinnamon Benefits Beyond the Spice Rack As one of the most beloved and sought-after spices, cinnamon is no longer confined to your holiday pantry. Its roles are now evolving and transforming into a strategic, multi-functional ingredient for... Nov 12, 2025
Spooky Sips: Clean Label Coffee Concepts for Halloween Halloween is the perfect time for some creativity and fun. But there’s also one problem we’re always faced in these festive times: the sugar crash that came the next day. From trick or treating to dri... Oct 31, 2025
What's Really Inside Your Favorite Fall Drinks? With the coming cold temperatures, the comforting soups and indulgent hot drinks await us. But did you know that your favorite fall drinks often contain more than just pumpkin and spices? These drinks... Oct 31, 2025
Why Clean Label Equals Happy Gut Do you really know what you’re eating? In a world dominated by packaged and processed foods, the answer is often complicated. Modern diets are filled with ingredients that are hard to pronounce, chemi... Oct 29, 2025
Korintje Cassia Cinnamon: A Versatile Organic Ingredient Legacy Korintje Cassia Cinnamon, often known simply as Indonesian Cinnamon ( Cinnamomum burmanii ), is one of Indonesia's most significant spice legacies. While many associate cinnamon primarily with the del... Oct 17, 2025