Where was this lesson in high school chemistry class? One of the most important flavor-producing reactions in cooking is what’s known as the maillard reaction. This is what’s responsible for the ...

From tailgaters to world-class chefs, it’s something that anyone who’s ever cooked, grilled or fried can thank for giving food that extra kick. This week, we’re exploring the “Maillard reaction”. * ...

A chemical process used in the browning of food to give it its distinct smell and taste is probably happening deep in the oceans, where it helped create the conditions necessary for life. Known as the ...

A chemical reaction that gives flavour to cooked food may lock away millions of tonnes of carbon in the seabed each year. The process might even have helped create the conditions for complex life to ...

We look at the chemistry behind the Maillard reaction, known as the "browning reaction." Science makes your food delicious. Why does fresh, hot toast have a more complex flavor than plain bread? Why ...