Imagine a symphony of taste, a well-conducted harmony of succulence bursting in the palate and enticing the appetite. Each dish is a finely orchestrated balance of flavors – sour, sweet, bitter, salty.... and especially umami. Imagine your favorite dish without the savory properties of umami. The mouth-watering temptation of Italian Pasta, the familiar comfort of Tinola, even the zest of a fresh salad dressing wouldn’t exist without it.