Author: John Makowski

BFI’s Summer #HotTakes Flavor Fest: Hibiscus

BFI’s Summer #HotTakes Flavor Fest: Hibiscus

Dive into the vibrant, floral oasis of Hibiscus. Hibiscus isn’t just a flower; it’s a cultural icon of summer. Celebrated across Africa for its vibrant color and versatility, hibiscus is a key ingredient in traditional beverages like bissap. It symbolizes hospitality and warmth worldwide, making it the perfect addition to elevate your summer drinks for guests. Hibiscus is a flavor powerhouse that brings a tart, floral burst to any beverage. Known for its vibrant red hue, this botanical wonder offers a refreshing and slightly tangy taste, reminiscent of cranberries. Its natural acidity pairs perfectly with a touch of sweetness, making it a versatile ingredient in both sweet and savory applications. Hibiscus brightens up drinks with its unique, exotic flavor, standing out on its own or blending seamlessly with other fruits and spices.

Brookside Flavors Unveils State-of-the-Art Renovated Headquarters in Addison, IL

Brookside Flavors Unveils State-of-the-Art Renovated Headquarters in Addison, IL

Brookside Flavors is thrilled to announce the complete transformation of our 84,000-square-foot corporate headquarters in Addison, IL, further delivering on our “made better” promise. This top-to-bottom renovation spans our warehouses (flammable and non-flammable), labs, offices, and production facilities—underscoring our relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation in support of our customers, vendors, employees, and partners.

Brookside Flavors & Ingredients LLC Announces CEO Transition

Brookside Flavors & Ingredients LLC Announces CEO Transition

Brookside Flavors & Ingredients LLC (“Brookside Flavors” or “BFI”), a leading provider of food flavorings to both sweet and savory end markets, and a portfolio company of Brookside Equity Partners LLC (“Brookside Equity” or “BEP”), is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Staley to succeed Rudy Dieperink as Chief Executive Officer.  Effective June 12, 2024, Mr. Dieperink will step down from his role as CEO and Ms. Staley will assume the position.  Over the coming weeks, Mr. Dieperink will be working closely with Ms. Staley to ensure a seamless transition for BFI’s employees, customers, suppliers and other partners.  

From Bland To Grand: The Art of Taste Modulation

From Bland To Grand: The Art of Taste Modulation

At Brookside, “Breaking [the] Bad” means cutting through the jargon to create a taste profile powered by the mastery of taste modulation like lowering sugar, upping protein, boosting fiber, or reducing fat, all without skipping a beat on taste. Don’t be fooled; regardless of how much marketing is thrown at it, no single ‘magic’ molecule can be spread like pixie dust over these challenges — you need a company that will invest in overcoming your challenges so you can deliver the magic that’ll make ’em go “Mmmmmmmm.”

Taboo to Trend: From Pineapple Pizza Wars to the Fusion Free-For-All

Taboo to Trend: From Pineapple Pizza Wars to the Fusion Free-For-All

Get set because we’re about to slice through the deliciously divisive world of polarizing flavors, where yesterday’s culinary blasphemies are today’s menu must-haves. This isn’t just about whether pineapple belongs on pizza (spoiler: it does, fight me); it’s about how we went from food fights to flavor fêtes, and how for today’s generation the only faux pas is not being bold enough.