My Top 3: Flavors

Throw all of these in a dish

My Top 3 is a weekly post where I count down three things I love in a random category. This week, we’re looking at my top three flavors.

When it comes to enjoying food, there are certain flavors I will savor above all others. These are the morsels that make you close your eyes and think, “Mmm!” Certain tastes excite our taste buds and elevate ordinary meals to delectable experiences. From bold and complex combinations to delicate and subtle notes, certain flavors just make us want to linger over a dish.

Some flavors hit you with an immediate intensity, like the fiery heat of a pepper or the sharp and tangy umami of an aged cheddar. Other flavors reveal themselves slowly, building layers of complexity with each bite. What makes certain flavors truly stand out is their ability to engage all of our senses. It's not just about taste alone, but also about the aroma and texture. And when those flavors pop, you just want to keep eating.