What Is 'Swalty' Food, Exactly? - Tasting Table
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"If you’ve ever dipped your fries into your milkshake before, you’re already familiar with 'swalty' appeal. The term is a portmanteau of 'sweet' and 'salty,' notable for its rising popularity as consumers seek new flavor experiences."
"Research indicates that salt enhances taste receptors’ ability to perceive sweetness, providing a biological basis for the swalty trend. This trend is not just evolutionary; it reflects a shift in consumer desires towards more creative food pairings."
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