Recommendation Methodology

The science, chemistry, and safety behind every pairing.

A Multi-Tiered Hybrid Architecture

Tier 1: Deterministic Eligibility & Allergen Gating — Zero-tolerance fail-closed filtering. If a guest identifies an allergen or dietary constraint, any menu item containing matching ingredients or cross-contact risk is completely pruned prior to ranking.
Tier 2: Culinary Physics & Molecular Flavor Matching — Evaluates shared volatile aromatic compounds via FlavorGraph matrices alongside classical sommelier physics: acidity cutting fat, tannins balancing protein, and sweetness soothing capsaicin heat.
Tier 3: Contextual Palate Reranking & Rationale Synthesis — Applies guest questionnaire inputs, dining occasion, and meal stage to synthesize a clear pairing rationale.

Data Sources & Knowledge Grounding

Grounded in USDA FoodData Central macronutrient databases and FlavorGraph published volatile compound research.

Responsible Allergen & Medical Disclaimers

OrderSomm is an informational software tool, not a medical device. Guests with severe or anaphylactic allergies must always inform restaurant staff directly.

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