Promoting a new scientific discipline From September 1 to 5, 2025 This course is aimed at undergraduate and postgraduate students in the fields of food, cooking, gastronomy, and related areas. It will run over five days and include daily double sessions that combine theoretical and practical content...
At the end of the 20th century, but especially throughout the 21st century, true culinary innovation based on science and technology has emerged. Classical methodologies have been modified by introducing aspects more typical of scientific laboratories into the kitchen, such as precision in measuring mass,...
by Florence Egal, expert in sustainable food systems Sustainable development can only be achieved through the combination of economic development (including ending extreme poverty), social inclusion, environmental sustainability and good governance (including peace and security) We are presently facing interconnected crises of nature loss, climate change and...
In recent years and decades, there has been a growing awareness of the need to reorient and promote the sustainability of food systems. Mass catering, both public and private, can and must be a driver of social, environmental, and economic change, promote responsible consumption and...
by Davide Cassi Department of Scienze Matematiche, Fisiche e Informatiche, University of Parma, Italy In June 1756, the Duke of Richelieu, leading an army of 12,000 men, embarked on the occupation of the island of Minorca, which was under English rule at the time. His military chef...
Barcelona, November 2024 – The Science and Cooking World Congress, presided over by Ferran Adrià, Harold McGee, and Pere Castells, celebrated its 5th edition in the iconic historic building of the University of Barcelona. This year, the congress introduced new initiatives in the academic, gastronomic,...
Barcelona — The prestigious Chinese liquor brand Fenjiu has joined as one of the official sponsors of the 5th Science & Cooking World Congress, which will take place in Barcelona from November 11 to 13, 2024, at the University of Barcelona. This event brings together...
On 3,4 and 5 of september the much-anticipated Science and Cooking World Congress 2024 took place in Monterrey, Nuevo León, bringing together scientists, chefs, sustainability experts, and food lovers to explore the fascinating link between science and cooking. This congress marked a turning point in...
From September 3 to 5, 2024, Nuevo León will be the epicenter where gastronomy and science converge to address global challenges and generate significant social impact with the celebration of the Science & Cooking World Congress (SCWC) 2024 Nuevo León. Nuevo León, as part of its...
It will come as no surprise to hear that the integration of scientific knowledge in cooking, such as the kinetics of enzymatic reactions and their dependence on temperature or pH, has revolutionized our understanding and ability to manipulate texture, flavor, and/or aromas in the gastronomic...