The Filipino-Australian behind Vegemite Kids

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Filipino-Australian senior food technologist Nicole Gomez is part of the team behind the development of Vegemite Kids. Source: Getty

What does it take to create a new food product? Filipino-Australian senior food technologist Nicole Gomez, part of the team behind Vegemite Kids shares the science and creativity involved in developing a milder version of Australia’s iconic spread. She also reflects on how her dad and her Filipino heritage continues to inspire her work.


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What does it take to create a new food product? Filipino-Australian senior food technologist Nicole Gomez, part of the team behind Vegemite Kids shares the science and creativity involved in developing a milder version of Australia’s iconic spread. She also reflects on how her dad and her Filipino heritage continues to inspire her work.


Key Points

  • Filipino-Australian senior food technologist Nicole Gomez shares the story behind the development of Vegemite Kids.
  • She explains the research, testing and recipe development involved in creating a milder Vegemite for children.
  • Nicole reflects on her career in food technology and the role her dad and her Filipino heritage has played in her journey.

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