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Blogs of Merissa Lombardo

Merissa Lombardo

Hi, I’m Merissa Lombardo the R&D Manager for Hela Spice North America. Over the years at Hela Spice, I’ve been able to work with many food categories and help our customers make their conceptualizations a reality. Food has always been about family and sharing, as I’ve grown into my career, I’ve been able to learn so much and grow my passion for food. I’m excited to be sharing these learnings with an audience of my fellow peers.

Everything you need to know about curry
30 November 2022

Spice Spotlight: Everything You Need to Know About Curry

Most spices are varying shades of brown. Curry, on the other hand, is brightly coloured orange and truly stands out. Contrary to popular belief, curry is not made from a single ingredient. Read More

6 warm spices for elevating Winter dishes
2 November 2022

6 Warm Spices for Elevating Winter Dishes

Autumn gives way to cold temperatures and the arrival of the holiday season. Read More

The picky eater myth: Why considering dietary restrictions is essential to the food industry’s future
17 October 2022

The Picky Eater Myth: Why Considering...

When you were a child, you were likely discouraged from being a “picky eater. Read More

11 Popular seasoning blends for creating bold flavour profiles
21 September 2022

11 Popular Seasoning Blends for Creating...

Bold flavour is the foundation of a best-selling spice blend. After all, delighting customers with every bite requires enticing flavours and aromas. Read More

7 best keto-friendly seasonings and spice blends
31 August 2022

7 Best Keto-Friendly Seasonings and Spice...

People choose to go keto for a variety of reasons. Some want to lose weight, others fight disease, and some simply want to optimize their health. Read More

Preservatives 101: What you need to know
29 July 2022

Preservatives 101: What You Need to Know

Preservatives are everywhere. They’ve become a seemingly essential part of keeping food products safe to eat and shelf-stable. Read More

Insightful snack food trends of 2022
27 June 2022

4 Insightful Snack Food Trends of 2022

Consumers are snacking more than ever. They’re snacking in the morning, snacking in the afternoon, and snacking in the evening. Read More




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