The Century’s Most Misunderstood Ingredient, MSG, Sees a Shift in Perception
Calvin Eng, the proprietor of the Cantonese-American eatery Bonnie’s in New York, proudly embraces monosodium glutamate (MSG). His restaurant features a signature drink called the MSG Martini, and he even has “MSG” tattooed on his arm. According to Eng, MSG enhances the flavor of both Western and Cantonese cuisines, and it is a staple in … Read more