Drizzled on top of pancakes or mixed in with baked beans or sweet potatoes, maple syrup is a staple in kitchens around the world. Its rich story dates back to the 1500s when the first written documentation of maple sugaring in North America was reported by French explorer André Thévet. Today, it’s packaged in beautiful glass bottles and drizzled on...

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly changed the retail landscape and consumer spending. With the closure of bars and restaurants, the demand for packaged food and beverages for consumption at home has significantly increased. This has led to increased demand for jarred food, such as pasta sauce, BBQ sauce, pickles and salsa. Whether you are grilling out or cooking in the...

With the colder weather, there’s nothing cozier than a steaming bowl of chili. When it comes to chili, everyone seems to have a favorite recipe. Whether you prefer beef, turkey, noodles or just beans, there’s no right or wrong way to do chili. For those looking to spice up their recipe, or give their chili a jump start, a popular...

Mayonnaise, a traditional, tangy blend of eggs, oil and vinegar, is a condiment that many Americans can’t live without. Alongside ketchup and mustard, mayonnaise is one of the most purchased condiments in the U.S., according to Mintel. Most well-known for its use on a burger or sandwich, mayo can also be used as a dressing for salads or a creamy...

Summer is just around the corner, and there’s nothing better than hanging out with family and friends to enjoy a backyard barbecue. When it comes to barbecues, I think the meat is only as good as the sauce you slather on it, which is why I make sure to pick out the best barbecue sauces. We’ve come a long way...

Who remembers eating almost an entire jar of pickles as a kid? I mean, pickles are technically a fruit, right? Actually, pickles are both a fruit and vegetable, according to the U.S. Supreme Court. Because they have seeds, pickles are technically a “fruit of the vine.” However, because they are made from cucumbers, they are generally known as a vegetable...

Admittedly, I’ve spent most of my life not knowing the difference between jelly, jam and preserves. It was only recently that I found out the difference. Jelly shakes and jam doesn’t, right? Some of you might remember that song by the Glenn Miller Orchestra, “It Must Be Jelly (‘Cause Jam Don’t Shake Like That).” Well, there’s actually a scientific way...

Everyone knows that infamous scene from Lady and the Tramp where the two dogs share a plate of spaghetti and meatballs. That’s what I think of when I think of true love. Okay, not really, but that scene does leave quite the impression. People don’t always think of pasta as a “love” food, but red is the color of Valentine’s...

.post_content h2{font-weight: 400;} The Specialty Food Association’s Winter Fancy Food Show is the largest marketplace devoted exclusively to specialty foods and beverages. This year’s event will take place Jan. 21-23 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. The event is expected to draw more than 25,000 industry professionals and more than 1,400 specialty food companies presenting the latest jam, salsa...