Pitaya (also spelled pithaya, or called dragon fruit) is the fruit of several different cactus species indigenous to the Americas. ...

A salty-sweet drizzle, sometimes with a bit of vinegar for balance, this condiment is catching fire for its versatility both for the ways in which it can be used on a menu and the variety in the kinds of cuisines into which it can be incorporated...

American consumers often like to tinge their indulgences with something they perceive as being good for them. Hence the growing popularity of dark chocolate, albeit enhanced with sugar and fat, and green tea, often sweetened, flavored with fruit...

Tajín is a brand that’s still unfamiliar to many consumers in the United States, but it’s quickly gaining traction as Americans’ love of Latin flavors continues to grow. Comprised mostly of chile, lime and salt, the seasoning’s versatility also...

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The savory-sweet combination of salt and caramel is hard to resist, and it’s easy to understand why it has grown in popularity as everything from an ice cream flavor or a luscious sauce to an addition to drinks such as lattes. ...

A Midwestern staple and a key component of poutine, cheese curds are a squeaky treat when served on their own, but they’re also often battered and fried...

Joining the ranks of trending queso fresco and cotija, Oaxaca cheese is another Mexican cheese variety taking off on restaurant menus...