Edible Insects Most Likely Coming to European Supermarkets Soon
‘ In a landmark decision, the E.U.’s European Food Safety Authority is expected to approve the sale of insects for human consumption. It means that for the first time, there will be a huge raft of edible insects on sale across European countries and new opportunities in the food industry. ‘
Bug Protein: How Entrepreneurs Are Persuading Americans to Eat Insects
“Consumers are already receptive and interested in alternative protein sources beyond traditional beef, pork and chicken. Some analysts say bugs could soon follow suit and become the next big protein of the future.”
Cricket Protein For Canines
“Believe it or not, there are several reasons why crickets are a smart alternative to traditional proteins like beef and chicken. In fact, this isn’t news in many areas of the world. Entomophagy, the practice of eating insects, is commonplace in countries like Africa, Asia, Australia, New Zealand and South America. In recent years, bugs […]
Toronto Chefs Are Embracing the Gourmet Bug Craze
EAT ME! Where to find ants, crickets and mealworms on the menu. A dish sprinkled with insects used to be the ultimate culinary dare. Now they’re showing up all over town. Here’s where to find them.
Cricket Powder Provides Valuable Nutrients for Vulnerable Populations
CRS is employing a new strategy to improve the health and nutrition of citizens in the Androy region of southern Madagascar: cricket powder. The powder is produced by Valala Farm– a Malagasy organization committed to conserving local wildlife while fighting food security.
Hemp and Cricket Burgers Are Coming For Beyond Meat
If you thought pea protein was weird, you might want to sit down for this. The next wave of alternative burgers could be made from hemp, mung beans or even crickets. As the plant boom attracts consumers and investors, the pea — the preferred protein source for companies such as Beyond Meat Inc. — is […]
Cricket Chips? Ant Caviar? Orange County Fair Has Bugs on the Menu
‘Cricket chips? Ant caviar? Eating insects may be the next big trend in gourmet, sustainable food — but who’s going to take the first bite? Whether drawn by curiosity or hunger or both, an audience gathered Sunday for a “Cooking with Bugs” demonstration at the Orange County Fair in Costa Mesa.’
Madagascar Passion Project: Part 5
I have recently returned from my 5th trip to Madagascar for the IPSIO and Valala Farms project. The wonderful staff at the Biodiversity Centre make if feel as comfortable as a second home. Although the travel and the workload are intense, seeing this project come to fruition energizes and inspires us all in amazing ways. […]
Joseph Yoon The Bug Chef on Live with Kelly and Ryan
IFT 2018: A Matter of Science and Food
,Darren Goldin, Director of Farm Operations for Entomo Farms will be a panelist at IFT 2018 in Chicago. The panel will take place on Tuesday, July 17, and the title of the session is: Please Pass the Alt-Protein: Challenges and Solutions from the Alternative Protein Revolution That Intends to Diversify Our Dining. Read more about […]