Article: If only they were real products: top prototypes at the IFT show focused on fitness flavor fiber.(food industry trade shows)(health measures)

With Cajun flavor enjoying a revival in the retail sector, New Orleans was a timely, albeit sizzling, venue for the 2005 Institute of Food Technologists' IFT Annual Meeting & Food Expo in July.

The expo brings out food industry suppliers, including equipment manufacturers, software houses and service providers. But it remains predominantly an ingredient show.

Wellness ingredients were the focus this year, but bold flavors also sizzled. Hispanic, Latin American and Asian influences appeared in unique and innovative ways. Chipotle, ginger, grilled flavors and dark chocolate jazzed up many of the offerings.

To showcase their ingredients, exhibitors ...

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