When Dror Tamir tried to sell locust powder as a functional ingredient, the chefs loved it. A two-percent addition turned chicken patties a beefy red and boosted texture. Dairies ranked his protein high in blind tastings. The science was there. The flavor was there. The results were there. But the deals stalled for the same [...]
5 Must-Try Mealworm Recipes That Actually Taste Amazing When it comes to sustainable protein, mealworms are climbing the culinary charts and for good reason. These tiny powerhouses are packed with protein, low in environmental impact, and surprisingly versatile in the kitchen. Whether you're a curious foodie, an eco-conscious eater, or just craving something crunchy, these [...]
If you’re a science advisor for sci-fi films or shows, you’re in a unique position to influence how people think about the future of food, agriculture, and technology. You're in a position to amplify Sci-Fi Insect Farming. Art imitates life, and life imitates art. I often find myself talking to the T.V. screen when my [...]
Kids will be the most effective ambassadors for the edible insect industry. If we can convince them that eating bugs is healthy, sustainable, tasty, and COOL, then they will compel their parents to make product purchases and the industry to meet demand in kind. If marketers know that kids crave these delicious critters, it bodes [...]
Ken Navarro, creator of Rule of Yum, did not hesitate when he received the strange offer. “Want to come to a wine & cheese pairing? Well, minus the cheese. With bugs instead.” Where most would have been hesitant to challenge their pallets, Navarro is no stranger to experimenting with flavor and taste. He is the [...]
"We’re the Baugh brothers, identical twins born and raised in Colorado with a passion for an active lifestyle and adventure. Our free time is spent skiing, rock climbing, mountain biking, powerlifting, auto racing, cycling, and backpacking." Let's be real, if you stopped reading there, you might think you were looking at the next big angle [...]
Want to know how to get people to eat insects for the first time? I’ve found the secret: throw them a bug-themed birthday party. No really - crickets, chocolate chirps, edible insect puns, and all. As someone passionate about sustainable food systems and normalizing entomophagy, I’ve experimented with all kinds of ways to introduce insects [...]
The sun was shining brightly last Sunday in beautiful Santa Monica as I sat down with a closet friend to enjoy some mimosas and brunch food. Our catch up on life and work was suddenly interrupted as she abruptly stood up and spilled her beverage all over. What caused the frenzy? A cricket had landed [...]
What do you get when you combine a shared passion for outdoor sports, nature, and healthy food? Fit people. Fit people who have great ideas... like making protein bars out of crickets. William Walcker, Minh-Anh Pham, and Antoine Domergue are the three men who woke up one morning and decided they would make protein bars [...]
The horizon is vast, and the journey will be long, but I'm excited so many edible insect companies are coming along! Wendy Lu McGill, CEO of Rocky Mountain Micro Ranch, made a great point during her presentation at Eating Insects Detroit. She mentioned that most of the entomo-enthusiasts in the room had something in common: they [...]
