
The Role of Texture in Enjoying Food: Why Crunch, Cream, and Chew Matter
A quick scenario to help understand the relationship between food texture and enjoyment. Imagine biting into a soggy potato, slimy carrot, soft apple, or stone-hard pizza. It is safe to agree that such food items will receive a one-star review from the average consumer. Why, food texture influences how much we enjoy a meal. The…