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Through our annual awards program, the Research Chefs Association pays tribute to the most accomplished, deserving profe...
10/14/2026

Through our annual awards program, the Research Chefs Association pays tribute to the most accomplished, deserving professionals in the food product development industry.

Nominations are needed for the following awards, which will be presented at the 2027 RCA Annual Conference & Culinology Expo, March 23-25, 2027:

🏆️ Lifetime Achievement Award
🏆️ Pioneer Award
🏆️ Outstanding Achievement Award
🏆️ Culinology Innovation Award

🔍️ Review award categories, required nomination information, and past award winners: https://buff.ly/FY3YGrT

☑️ Submit your nomination by Thursday, Dec. 3: https://buff.ly/58FJiV7

✈️ Heading to SIAL Paris 2026? Join RCA Europe for an exclusive guided walkthrough of the world's largest food innovati...
10/12/2026

✈️ Heading to SIAL Paris 2026? Join RCA Europe for an exclusive guided walkthrough of the world's largest food innovation exhibition!

🌟 Attendees will take a curated small-group tour of selected areas of the show, tailored to participants' interests, offering inspiration, trend insights, and a firsthand look at innovations from more than 8,000 exhibitors representing 130 countries. Wrap up the experience over coffee and connect with fellow food industry professionals.

📅 October 19, 2026
🕒️ 13:00-16:30 CET
📍 Parc des Expositions de Paris-Nord, Villepinte, France
💲 Members $10 | Non Members $15 | Students $10

☑️ Register here: https://buff.ly/knH16Gn
❗️ Note: attendees must provide their own SIAL Paris ticket. https://buff.ly/sdoDfWP

💻️ Can't make the trip? RCA Europe will also host a virtual debrief after the show, featuring a visual overview and discussion of key trends and discoveries. Register: https://buff.ly/bBFw3c4



Thank you Kalsec, Inc. for supporting year-round RCA events.

Thank you to Black Boar Truffle for their support and Diamond Sponsorship of our two-night fundraising dinners at the hi...
10/12/2026

Thank you to Black Boar Truffle for their support and Diamond Sponsorship of our two-night fundraising dinners at the historic James Beard House this October!

Black Boar Truffle provides a number of authentic, versatile, and affordable Kosher truffle products. They make delectable, kosher, and hydroponically grown organic truffle powders and products available, year-round. Their revolutionary and authentic Black Perigord truffle powder is enhancing the dishes of chefs, food lovers, manufacturers, commercial kitchens, and everyday home cooks around the globe. Learn more at their website: https://buff.ly/tWHs1pJ

Learn more about RCA's partnership with the James Beard Foundation: https://buff.ly/1Ul9p4j

RCA Rocky Mountain and IFT members recently gathered at Ready Foods' Fox Facility for an exclusive behind-the-scenes loo...
10/10/2026

RCA Rocky Mountain and IFT members recently gathered at Ready Foods' Fox Facility for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how food concepts move from kitchen-scale innovation to commercial production. Attendees toured the Denver facility, experienced robotics and large-scale food processing in action, sampled innovative product concepts, and enjoyed networking with food industry professionals from across Colorado.

A special thank you to Ready Foods for hosting and providing an outstanding experience!



📸 More event photos: https://buff.ly/QfClIK6

🗓️ Register for upcoming regional events: https://buff.ly/wQPG6XF

Thank you Kalsec Inc. for supporting year-round RCA events.

🗑️ Nearly one-third of the U.S. food supply goes unsold or uneaten. What can chefs, food scientists, and product develo...
10/10/2026

🗑️ Nearly one-third of the U.S. food supply goes unsold or uneaten. What can chefs, food scientists, and product developers do about it? During the latest RCA Coffee Chat, Trevor Horn of the Mid-Ohio Food Collective challenged attendees to rethink food waste beyond the trash can. The discussion covered food insecurity, supply chain challenges, regenerative agriculture, composting solutions, consumer behavior, and practical ways industry professionals can reduce waste through smarter planning and innovation.

💻️ RCA members: watch virtual regional event recordings in the Learning Library! https://buff.ly/HJSTJuc

☕️ Stay tuned for the next topic in the RCA Student and Young Professional Committee's Coffee Chat series.

☑️ Register for future RCA Events: https://buff.ly/aDr6PF9

🔍️ Ready to explore how culinary creativity and food science come together to solve real-world product development chall...
10/09/2026

🔍️ Ready to explore how culinary creativity and food science come together to solve real-world product development challenges? Join the RCA Greater New York/Philadelphia Region and the New Jersey Section of IFT for an engaging evening featuring:

🌟 A live culinary demonstration from Ingredion experts
🌟 Insights on developing products for the evolving GLP-1 consumer
🌟 Panel discussion with leading Culinologists and Food Scientists
🌟 Dinner and meaningful industry connections

👀 Learn practical strategies for formulating high-protein, high-fiber, nutrient-dense foods while balancing flavor, texture, and consumer expectations.

📅 Thursday, November 19
🕒️ 4:30-8:00 PM Eastern
📍 The Grain House - Basking Ridge, NJ
💲 Members $55 | Non Members $60 | Students $30
🎓️ CEU's: 2 credits

Register here: https://buff.ly/gOZWN9b



Thank you Kalsec, Inc. for supporting year-round RCA events.

Thank you to King's Hawaiian for their support and Diamond Sponsorship of our two-night fundraising dinners at the histo...
10/09/2026

Thank you to King's Hawaiian for their support and Diamond Sponsorship of our two-night fundraising dinners at the historic James Beard House this October!

For More than 70 years, King's Hawaiian and the Taira family and the extended ‘ohana have been delivering irresistible Hawaii-inspired food and aloha spirit that families love everywhere, every day. Their famous and iconic rolls, cakes, and bakery products make people happy in homes and restaurants all over. Much mahalos, King's Hawaiian! Learn more at their website: https://buff.ly/DbhYATQ

Learn more about RCA's partnership with the James Beard Foundation: https://buff.ly/1Ul9p4j

❗️ Calling All RCA Chef Members! This is your opportunity to be part of the prestigious 2027 RCA Event at Charlie Trotte...
10/08/2026

❗️ Calling All RCA Chef Members! This is your opportunity to be part of the prestigious 2027 RCA Event at Charlie Trotter's in Chicago.

👀 Applications close TOMORROW, Friday, October 9! https://buff.ly/z11Gntg

🍽️ Collaborate with fellow chefs to create an unforgettable culinary experience, support the Research Chefs Association, and help revive a legendary culinary destination.

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🌶️ Stop buying generic hot sauce and start creating your own signature flavors. Join Chef Jules Carney of The Leaping Pi...
10/08/2026

🌶️ Stop buying generic hot sauce and start creating your own signature flavors. Join Chef Jules Carney of The Leaping Pig Charcuterie for a hands-on culinary workshop that will teach you the essential techniques for making vibrant, balanced hot sauces from scratch. Designed for both beginners and experienced home cooks, this class explores three versatile methods you can use with a variety of peppers and ingredients.

📅 Wednesday, October 28
🕒️ 6:00-9:00 PM Central
📍 Brightwater: A Center for the Study of Food, Bentonville, AR
💲 Members $85 | Non Members $85 | Students $85

Register here: https://buff.ly/9hNWKGi



Thank you Kalsec, Inc. for supporting year-round RCA events.

🎓️ Educators and Culinology® professionals came together for a valuable day of learning, collaboration, and knowledge sh...
10/07/2026

🎓️ Educators and Culinology® professionals came together for a valuable day of learning, collaboration, and knowledge sharing at the RCA Educator Summit. Participants explored how Culinology can be integrated into academic programs, gained insights into careers in product development, and learned about resources, internships, and opportunities available through the Research Chefs Association.

👏 Thank you to all who attended, shared ideas, and contributed to advancing Culinology education.

💻️ Missed the summit? Watch recordings in the RCA Learning Library: https://buff.ly/uHAashs

📱 Not (yet) an RCA member? Watch on YouTube: https://buff.ly/xUIpCcx

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