Grasping perceptions and drivers behind the “clean label” movement can help food manufacturers develop offerings that build stronger relationships with consumers. Once considered a significant market trend, the widespread consumer preference for food products with familiar, understandable ingredients is now much more. What many call the “clean label” movement is […]
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Channel shifts: What to watch for in 2021
With COVID still very much with us at the beginning of 2021, it’s hard to predict which channel shifts will be most prominent in the baked goods industry in the coming months.
Fermentation 101
Fermentation plays a key role in the production of many foods and beverages drawn from a variety of categories. But what exactly is it?
The evolution of bread
“It’s the greatest thing since sliced bread.” Like most sayings that have stood the test of time, this old chestnut has a lot of truth to it. When shoppers of yore were finally able to buy pre-sliced bread at their local bakery or supermarket, it was indeed a cause for celebration and wonder.
Making – and keeping – baked goods fresh
What makes baked goods “fresh”? Consumers use more than just their taste buds to answer that question. Take sight. It’s a truism in the retail world that people buy with their eyes, and baked goods are no exception. Bread should have a nice golden color, and it shouldn’t look squished or smashed. Sweet baked goods should appear moist. They shouldn’t be oiling or look too wet. If they have icing, it shouldn’t be dry or cracked.
Half ‘N Half Simply Artisan
Half ‘N Half Simply Artisan is an all inclusive base for the production of flavorful Artisan breads with excellent tolerance and an overnight fermentation and retarding process.