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Study: Foods’ sounds impacts their flavor

A study published by food sensory expert Charles Spence says the sounds foods make when they are eaten can affect how we perceive their flavors.

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What a few chefs really think about Black History Month menus

Last month, I suggested that it might be time to put an end to the special dinners that many institutions stage to celebrate Black History Month.

For the second time, Vermont legislators voted down legislation that would have protected employees who use a company benefit, such as a sick day, from employer retribution.

We educated students, parents and staff about local products and healthy eating. Vendors donated prizes to give to kids who filled out surveys for feedback on their products.

A growing body of medical experts and researchers are saying childhood nutrition affects adult income earning potential.

After several members of our staff attended a class on smartphone photography, we came back and trained the rest of our staff to take pictures of the plates they prepare.

A recent survey of its members by the School Nutrition Association revealed that many operators are facing moderate to serious challenges in meeting the stricter nutritional requirements set by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

We invested in a nice camera and sent several people to an affordable food photography class.

As students become more open to discussing food allergies, universities are beginning to take a proactive approach to addressing students’ dietary needs by creating allergen-free stations to prevent cross-contamination.

About 66% of top managers in corporate, healthcare and educational institutions are convinced improving quality of life is a strategic priority, according to a Sodexo report.

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