We want to believe the labels on our favorite food items—"extra virgin," “organic,” “wild-caught,” or “pure.” But sometimes these claims are more marketing than reality. The food fraud industry is ...
Ever wonder why some olive oil is so cheap? Curious about why certain brands of maple syrup are so much more expensive than others? Chances are high that you’re not getting what you think you’re ...
Ever seen a restaurant where they display fake models of the food on the menu? We never thought much about how shokuhin sampuru — the Japanese name — were made until we watched [Process X]’s video ...
Many restaurants cut corners by serving cheaper substitutes for what's on the menu. Some food items are also frequently mislabeled in grocery stores. Parmesan cheese, red snapper, and Kobe beef are ...
A European agency has started a campaign to raise awareness and protect consumers from fake food and beverages. The European Union Intellectual Property Office’s (EUIPO) “What’s on your table?” ...