Magnetar Spin
Parmesan & Herb Seasoning
A rich fusion of savory Parmesan, fragrant herbs, and buttery depth with a bright finish.
THE INSPIRATION
Some flavors have a remarkable way of drawing us back for more.
From the fragrant olive oil and herb dips served alongside warm bread in Italian restaurants to the irresistible richness of garlic-Parmesan crusts at neighborhood pizzerias, certain combinations have become culinary traditions in their own right. Each offers something memorable: the warmth of garlic, the richness of cheese, the aroma of Italian herbs, and that unmistakable buttery finish.
Magnetar Spin was born from the desire to bring these familiar pleasures together into something remarkably versatile.
Rather than recreate a single dish or sauce, the experiment sought to capture the essence of them all in a dry seasoning. Parmesan, aromatic herbs, and savory seasonings were brought together to create a rich, buttery blend that could transform everyday foods with just a sprinkle. Mixed with olive oil, it becomes a fragrant bread dip; blended into sour cream or cream cheese, it takes on an entirely new character.
Much like the extraordinary magnetic forces surrounding its celestial namesake, Magnetar Spin brings familiar elements together into an irresistible combination — a little gravitational pull for the palate, with possibilities that extend far beyond the breadbasket.
FLAVOR PROFILE
Sensory Analysis
Rich, savory, and wonderfully aromatic, Magnetar Spin delivers the distinctive character of Parmesan cheese layered with fragrant herbs, garlic, and a buttery depth. Gentle herbal brightness complements its creamy, umami-rich foundation, creating a bold yet balanced seasoning that adds character without overwhelming the foods it accompanies.
CULINARY EXPLORATIONS
Excellent companions:
Warm Italian bread, focaccia, and breadsticks
Pizza crusts and cheesy garlic bread
Pasta, Alfredo-style sauces, and risotto
Roasted potatoes and vegetables
Grilled chicken and seafood
Popcorn, fries, and savory snacks
From the Spice Lab: Combine Magnetar Spin with extra-virgin olive oil for a fragrant bread dip, allowing the herbs to soften and release their aroma. For something richer, blend it into softened cream cheese or sour cream to create a savory spread or dip.
COSMIC CURIOSITY:
The Universe’s Most Powerful Magnets
Deep within the remnants of massive, exploded stars lie some of the most extraordinary objects in the universe: magnetars.
These incredibly dense neutron stars pack more mass than our Sun into a sphere roughly the size of a city. But what truly distinguishes them is their magnetic field — an invisible force that can be up to a thousand times stronger than that of an ordinary neutron star.
The magnetic forces are so intense that they can place enormous stress on a magnetar's solid crust. When that crust fractures in an event known as a starquake, the resulting release of energy can produce tremendous bursts of X-rays and gamma rays.
And here's something almost impossible to comprehend: in December 2004, a giant flare from magnetar SGR 1806-20 released more energy in a fraction of a second than our Sun produces in approximately 100,000 years.
Sometimes, the most extraordinary forces in the universe come from remarkably small places.