Kumiko Ninomiya

Kumiko Ninomiya, known as the 'Umami Mama', is a pioneering biochemist who played a vital role in labeling umami as the fifth basic taste. She discusses how umami enriches culinary experiences and the historical controversies surrounding MSG. The conversation dives into the evolution of taste, exploring the potential for more than just five recognized flavors. Emerging concepts like fat as a sixth taste highlight the scientific excitement in taste perception, suggesting a more complex world of flavors yet to be explored.