Edible gold is odorless and tasteless and considered "biologically inert” in higher karats. This edible food decoration is safe to eat and perfectly safe to ingest. Passing through the digestive tract without being absorbed, edible gold lends itself well to decorations of both sweet or savory cooking and baking. Edible gold is commonly found on wedding cakes or anniversary cakes. Gold is a particularly non-reactive element and is not absorbed during the digestion process, [5] so it is safe to eat. However, there are no nutritional or health benefits associated with its consumption. Purity of edible gold must be 23–24 karats, above that used in typical jewelry, which may contain other metals and can be toxic if consumed. The effects and safety of E 175 were first evaluated in 1975 and recently re-evaluated in 2016 by EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) [6] when using the metal as an additive or food coloring. The agency has authorized the use of gold as food additive at quantum satis in the external coating of confectionery, decoration of chocolates and in liqueurs. Nevertheless, it states that: Suppliers, Global Bullion (13 February 2019). "Why Do People Eat Gold Today and The History of Eating Gold". Global Bullion Suppliers . Retrieved 2020-03-03.

Edible gold loose leaf sheets are used to add a decorative element to any dish. It is commonly found on wedding cakes and desserts, but lends itself well to both sweet or savory cooking and baking. Gold leaf decoration is used not just to decorate cakes but also wall art and other crafting applications. Edible gold loose leaf sheets are very delicate and should be handled carefully.Edible gold leaf has been used for centuries by the rich and wealthy. Italian nobility dined on risotto with edible gold leaf during the sixteenth century. The Elizabethans eat sweets and fruits covered in gold leaf, while Japanese had it sprinkled into Sake. Fashionable and tasty Edible gold special recipes | Manetti.com". Giusto Manetti Battiloro. 2014-07-22 . Retrieved 2020-03-03. Ancient Egyptians were not the only ones to use gold as a decorative food and beverage garnish; it could also be found in the eastern countries such as Japan, China and India, mostly for medicine as made by court physicians. Gold Chef products do not contain allergens, are not produced with adjuvants and/or materials of animal origin and can also be supplied with Kosher certification. The origin and processing of the precious metal are guaranteed by Giusto Manetti Battiloro, a historic company that has been working gold leaf in Florence since 1600. Culinary uses to decorate food or drink, typically to promote a perception of luxury and high value. Commonly found in HYPERLINK "http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dessert" \o "Dessert" desserts and HYPERLINK "http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Confectionery" \o "Confectionery" confectionery, including chocolates. Liquors with tiny floating pieces of gold leaf are known of since the late 16th century; originally the practice was regarded as medicinal.

All Gold Chef production is made with a production process that complies with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) principles and the strict hygiene and safety requirements imposed by the European Union. The quality system adopted for the production process control is certified according to the international standard FSSC 22000:2020.

There are many recipes that use edible gold flakes as a decoration for dishes and beverages, including some of star chef Vito Mollica’s favorite recipes(*). Petals are random shapes measuring approx 8-10mm and are supplied in a jar/box with tweezers for easy use. Petals again cannot be handled and must be placed onto the surface with tweezers (supplied) or brush. During the Renaissance, Paracelsus (1493–1541) – considered the founder of the modern pharmacology – developed a variety of medicines using few quantities of edible gold in the form of pills or gold powder. Well-known examples are Vom Fass Gold-Spirits, Vodka Gold by Smirnoff and the Swiss "Goldschläger" Goldschläger, which is perhaps the best known in the United States Edible gold loose leaf sheets are perfectly safe to ingest. The gold passes through the digestive tract without being absorbed, causing no harm to the body.