McCormick's Flavor Forecast 2007 top ten flavor pairings are....

[kleenex]

Top flavor pairings for 2007 - Slashfood

* Clove and Green Apple
* Thyme and Tangerine
* Tellicherry Black Pepper and Berry
* Sea Salt and Smoked Tea
* Lavender and Honey
* Crystallized Ginger and Salted Pistachio
* Cumin and Apricot
* Toasted Mustard and Fennel Seeds
* Wasabi and Maple
* Caramelized Garlic and Riesling Vinegar

 

[Sararwelch]

The only one I'm not sure about is wasabi and maple. Doesn't sound like a great combination to me.

 

[Harborwitch]

I've done some of them already - love the sound of the rest! I like maple and chipotle so maple and wasabi isn't too big a stretch. I will have to try it! Thanks for sharing.