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Italian researchers have extended the shelf life of fresh pasta by 30 days
There is a 55-year-old ‘pasta law’ that governs its production and manufacture, but that doesn’t mean the staple is shut off from innovation
Joshua Shavit
Nov 4, 2022


New technology turns the whole fish into nutritious food
Food researchers are introducing a new sorting technology that means we get five good cuts from fish and not just the fillet.
Joshua Shavit
Jun 29, 2022


Don't be a drip! New edible food tape makes messy burritos a thing of the past
Students has created Tastee Tape, an edible adhesive that ensures the ingredients in your favorite wrap are kept tucked tightly inside.
Joseph Shavit
May 24, 2022


Early man's food choices discovered through prehistoric pot residue
To reconstruct the cookery of people who lived thousands of years ago, bones and plant remains can tell us which ingredients were available
Joseph Shavit
Mar 22, 2022


Solar oven allows rural communities to cook without coal or firewood
A new design for a solar cooking system may help rural communities prepare food more sustainably, reports a new study.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 9, 2022


Seaweed based biodegradable material designed "to make packaging disappear"
Sustainable startup Notpla has created an edible, biodegradable packaging made from seaweed and plants that was designed to replace plastic.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 5, 2022


New processing and cooking technology helps reduce carbon and energy consumption
Steam Infusion can reduce energy consumption by 17%, cutting close to 9 tons of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions per production line each year
Joshua Shavit
Sep 21, 2021


Testing 3D printers and lasers to make and cook your next meal
Imagine having your own digital personal chef; ready to cook up whatever you want; able to tailor the shape, texture and flavor just for you
Joseph Shavit
Sep 19, 2021
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