Edible Insects

Question: We were discussing eating meat; we were talking about the animals that we normally consider food, which I would immediately think of beef and fowl and fish and so forth. What about some of these other cultures or fringe foods such as rattlesnake meat and snails and things like that? Are those kinds still beneficial to the body or is there something wrong with those types of meats?

There are over 1000 edible bugs! From deep fried scorpions to spicy crickets, here are the top insects people eat around the world.

The idea may be hard to swallow, but crickets and mealworms will likely be part of our sustainable food future

“Food preferences are highly local, often irrational,” writes Dana Goodyear in her piece on entomophagy, or insect-eating, in this week’s issue. …

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The global edible insects market size reached US$ 1.6 Billion in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 6.2 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 16.15% during 2024-2032.

Edible Insects Are the Food of the Future

Edible insects are becoming a buzzing culinary trend. Learn what’s driving this trend, including its potential to save the planet.

In this four-part seminar, get to know the distinct flavor profiles of different insects and learn how to incorporate them into a number of dishes and cuisines.&n...