In 1968, the New England Journal of Medicine published a letter to the editor with the headline, “Chinese-Restaurant Syndrome.” The letter detailed the numbness and weakness the letter-writer would ...

After years of defensively touting “No MSG” on their menus, many Asians working in the food industry are not only fighting back against stereotyping of this heritage ingredient — they’re proudly ...

MSG is a naturally occurring compound that enhances umami flavor and is widely used in global cuisines. It can be used in various recipes to deepen taste, making it a versatile ingredient for home ...

Chinese restaurants are my family’s thing. It’s a very common immigrant story; it was the starter kit for Ronald Reagan’s American dream. Though it’s long gone, I can remember my family’s second ...

Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) is a common food additive that enhances the savory taste in foods. MSG is a compound formed by sodium and glutamate (or glutamic acid), a naturally occurring non-essential ...

It's an ingredient with a mixed reputation—and it doesn't deserve it. MSG is an important flavor agent for anyone who enjoys savory food, but it has a mixed reputation. Short for monosodium glutamate, ...