Effects of Multisensory Contexts on Tofu and Soy Sauce Evaluation and Consumption

Haruka Hiraguchi, Erik van der Burg, Ivo V. Stuldreher, Alexander Toet, Sebastien Velut, Elizabeth H. Zandstra, Demi van Os, Maarten A. Hogervorst, Jan B.F. van Erp, Anne-Marie Brouwer*

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Abstract

We examined the effects of an informative pitch and multisensory contexts as potential factors influencing individuals’ experience of tofu with soy sauce and the amount consumed outside the lab. Two hundred and sixteen participants watched one of two pitches (promoting either vegetarian diets or exercise) and were guided into one of three multisensory contexts (‘sustainable’, ‘meat’, or ‘neutral’ theme). Participants rated the aroma and appearance of soy sauce and the taste of tofu dipped in it using the intuitive ‘one touch’ EmojiGrid valence and arousal measuring tool. Our results showed that the ‘meat’ context increased arousal ratings for soy sauce and the tendency to consume more tofu relative to the other contexts. Pitch did not influence affective ratings or amounts consumed. We conclude that the multisensory context has the potential to positively affect peoples’ choices and perceptions of plant-based and sustainable food and promote its consumption.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings 4th International Electronic Conference on Foods
PublisherMDPI
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 14 Oct 2023
EventThe 4th International Electronic Conference on Foods - Online
Duration: 15 Oct 202330 Oct 2023

Publication series

NameBiology and Life Sciences Forum
Volume26
ISSN (Electronic)2673-9976

Conference

ConferenceThe 4th International Electronic Conference on Foods
Period15/10/2330/10/23

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