Bug Appétit: Exploring insects as food

A free Masterclass by Chef Joseph Yoon for food science and culinary students, food and hospitality professionals, and others interested in learning more about insects as food.

Event overview

Edible insects could play an important role in our sustainable food future. Are you ready to explore their gastronomical applications? In this Masterclass, world-renowned chef, Joseph Yoon, will provide insights into the sensory properties of edible insects (e.g., the variation in flavour and texture that can be achieved by using different preparation methods and different species) and highlight the role that ento-based products can play in different dishes (from a principal to background ingredient or flavour). Hop to it and join us to explore insects as food!

Featuring

Chef Joseph Yoon | Executive Director, Brooklyn Bugs

Joseph is a world-renowned chef, educator, and well-known advocate for entomophagy (the practice of eating insects). His work has earned him a number of accolades from leading scientific and culinary institutions across the world. Over the years, he has held residencies, received grants, and given presentations at the Culinary Institute of America, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Harvard University, the American Museum of Natural History, and many more. He is a Chef Advocate for the UN’s International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), and Culinary Advisor to the Methuselah Foundation in support of NASA’s Deep Space Food Challenge.

This event is sponsored by AgriFutures Australia and The University of Adelaide, with in-kind sponsorship from Brooklyn Bugs, TAFE SA, and Aquna Sustainable Murray Cod.

How to register

Attend in person

Register via Eventbrite (the event password is MASTERCLASS2023): https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/bug-appetit-exploring-insects-as-food-tickets-723194322687?aff=oddtdtcreator

Attend online