Oils and fats are essential ingredients, boosting the taste, texture, and even the appearance of food products. But how tropical oils and animal fats are sourced regularly comes under scrutiny. Can novel technologies help alleviate…
The fishing industry has come under scrutiny for unsustainable practices that are damaging to wildlife and the environment. So why is the fishing industry so damaging to wildlife and the environment, and what is the…
The fishing industry has come under scrutiny for unsustainable practices that are damaging to wildlife and the environment. So why is it so damaging to wildlife and the environment, and what is the industry doing…
The relationship between food production and salt is complex. For years we’ve been told by chefs, who liberally throw handfuls of salt into their dishes, that seasoning with salt equals flavour. Coupled with that, the…
Vegan food is, generally, food that does not contain animal products. Yet there is an important distinction between food labelled as such, and food with a ‘free-from’ label. Unlike ‘free-from’, ‘vegan’ is not an allergen…
The popularity of plant-based diets continues to skyrocket as increasing numbers of people make the switch from animal-based proteins in order to satisfy animal welfare, environmental or health concerns. However, despite the fact that many…