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October 27, 2017

Creating Drinkable Desserts that Intrigue

Drinkable desserts have been getting more and more attention in recent years, with both restaurant operators and beverage manufacturers making products that appeal to consumers’ interest in hybridizing flavors and types of food. Drinkable desserts let consumers, so to speak, have their cake and drink it too—and thoughtful brands are […]

August 4, 2017

Very Berry Summer Flavors

The longer, hotter, often humid days of summer are ideal for more than a lazy day lounging by the pool. Early June through late July are prime time berry season, and Parker Products is finding new and interesting ways to bring sweet, tart, juicy, and summery berries to applications that […]

June 9, 2017

Spring Into Floral Flavors

Incorporating fresh floral flavors in food and beverages is one of the most notable trends of 2017 so far. Notes like lavender, elderflower, orange blossom, and rose are appearing in trend-forward and health-focused applications of many kinds, driven by their fresh, sophisticated profiles and health associations. While high-end chefs incorporate edible flowers into […]

March 6, 2017

Remixing Fruit & Nut Inclusions

Parker Products takes fruit and nut inclusions from classic to fantastic. Staying “on trend” is tough. We know. There will always be new taste-bud tempting flavors, new delectable textures, and new eye-catching application appearances. But there’s something to be said for the fruit and nut classics we’ve all loved for generations. […]