Umami Taste Foundation

The Umami Taste Foundation is an organization dedicated to promoting understanding and appreciation of umami, one of the five basic tastes alongside sweet, sour, salty, and bitter. Recognized for its savory, meaty flavor, umami results from the presence of amino acids like glutamate. The foundation supports research, education, and awareness about umami’s role in cuisine, food science, and nutrition. Its goal is to deepen recognition of umami’s significance in enhancing flavor and culinary experience, fostering innovation and better dietary choices by highlighting umami’s unique contribution to taste perception.