Fun trick: adding a pinch of salt and a pinch of MSG to most foods (that haven't already employed this trick from the factory) instantly multiplies "flavor" (for savory foods) by 2x in almost all cases.
It's sort of like the loudness trick for headphones.
Even for sweet foods, adding a pinch of salt is sometimes an insane flavor-enhancer. It doesn't just work on caramel.
saltiness is also a rough heuristic for the quality of ingredients in prepared foods (whether boxed or fresh). it’s why fast food and mass market sit-downs tend to be saltier than more expensive restaurants.
It's sort of like the loudness trick for headphones.
Even for sweet foods, adding a pinch of salt is sometimes an insane flavor-enhancer. It doesn't just work on caramel.