Food pairing is always a fascinating thing for me. Back in the day, one of my go-to afternoon snacks was chocolate-flavored oatmeal and salted dried fish. This stark contrast in flavor creates a wonderful sensation in your mouth because, as it turns out, salt reduces bitterness and enhances the sweet, sour, and umami receptors in your tongue. This can explain why salty foods can be a good pairing with coffee. https://fullcoffeeroast.com/snacks-that-go-with-coffee/