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Flavor and texture are two key attributes of fat in food.
To give the food you're cooking flavor or sweetness.
Salt used to preserve and flavor food, was available in the Sahara.
Salt has no flavor of its own and mixing it with any food will enhance the flavor of that food.
The flavor of food is influenced by both smell and taste
Rapper Flavor Flav from Public Enemy's favorite food is fish bones.
Yes, you first eat with your eyes before you eat with your mouth. Also, smell is an important part of sensing the flavor of food.
Food garnishes are important because it enhances the presentation of the dish and it adds subtle, contrasting flavor as well.
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Yes, spice can enhance the flavor of food by adding depth, complexity, and intensity to the taste profile.
Using a pellet smoke box can enhance the flavor of grilled food by providing a consistent and controlled smoke flavor, adding depth and complexity to the taste of the food.
Food doesn't "affect" taste, taste is a property of food.