How Formulators Stay on Top of the World

Red pepper was one of my first introductions to how an ingredient could be used to provide an ethnic flair to a traditional dish—I’m referring, of course, to pizza. By sprinkling on that seasoning, I added some heat to the formula and made the eating experience more of an adventure.

This "exploration" was actually quite a mild one compared to the exotic culinary excursions that are available today. Trips to India, Greece, Southeast Asia, Morocco, Japan, Russia, and South America are all possible …