Your Essential Partner in Food Product Innovation

The CuliNEX Secret S.A.U.C.E. behind powerful partnerships

Food product innovation today is a complex and critical undertaking. Launching a new consumer food product, or enhancing an existing one, requires a wide array of capabilities: culinary formulation, ingredient sourcing, operational and co-man experience—not to mention the organizational systems and communication processes to deliver that product on time and on budget. If your food company does not possess those elements in-house, or doesn’t currently have the capacity, you can still meet your goals of advancing innovation and achieving a successful launch.

All it takes is a dash of Secret S.A.U.C.E.

Secret S.A.U.C.E. is the term we use for the unique CuliNEX experience, AND these are our core values as a company.

At CuliNEX, our food development services surpass industry standards and delight our clients. Our team of seasoned Culinologists, dedicated food product developers, and operations professionals collaborate to create delicious, market-ready products. We offer expertise in research and development, precise sensory evaluation, and product commercialization services.

And we do all this with discretion and respect for our client’s brands. That’s the “secret” part. It’s our job to make your ideas shine.

S stands for Solution-Oriented

Our approach is solution-oriented. We provide achievable, proactive plans at the outset of each engagement. As we work together, our team focuses on what matters most. We mindfully balance personal and professional priorities to ensure positive outcomes.

A stands for Agile

The CuliNEX culture is agile. We adapt, respond, and adjust to changes. If a taste test results in a surprising discovery, we assess and reformulate. Iterations are built into our process to meet evolving needs and expectations. “We ask our stakeholders for feedback and respond to that feedback,” said Mark Crowell, Founder and CEO of CuliNEX. “We embrace this continual need for improvement to deliver exceptional results for everyone involved.”

U stands for United

We are united in our approach, communicating transparently and actively listening across all levels. “Solutions are important,” said Crowell. “But just as important is how we come together as a team. We tackle things with our collective intelligence so we can be innovative in product development.”

The team at CuliNEX combines the varied skills of everyone on our team. We are united in valuing diversity, teamwork, and collaboration because we have learned from experience that when we consider a wide range of perspectives, we are more creative.

C stands for Curious

The CuliNEX culture fosters and encourages curiosity. “Our team is always asking a lot of questions and trying to find solutions through communication,” said Patrick Rolfe, Research Chef II. By seeking answers and considering multiple possibilities, the CuliNEX team continually works toward innovation in food product development.

E stands for Exceptional

“We strive to be exceptional in everything we do,” said Jacqui Sarmiento, Account Executive, Business Development. In all our work and all our relationships, we strive for exceptional performance. We continually ask ourselves how we can deliver client delight. We hold ourselves accountable to meet expectations, and when possible, to exceed them. Sarmiento said, “We develop products that are delicious, and we set up the ability for our clients to work with co-manufacturers to make sure their products can be launched in the right way.”

It’s Secret, so your brand shines

At CuliNEX, we work with discretion and respect, ensuring that our clients’ ideas and innovations remain confidential and secure. We understand the importance of protecting how our team works behind the scenes to enhance your brand's reputation, amplify your strengths, and distinguish you in the marketplace.

CuliNEX is your Secret S.A.U.C.E.

Trust us to help your brand shine brighter than ever, showcasing your unique identity and protecting your proprietary information. “We are dedicated to achieving our clients’ business goals by developing delicious clean label foods,” said Crowell. Contact us today to learn how the CuliNEX Secret S.A.U.C.E. can elevate your food product offerings.