RESEARCH CHEFS ASSOCIATION

The Research Chefs Association is the leading professional community for food research and development. Its members are the pioneers of the discipline of Culinology® - the blending of culinary arts and the science of food... Founded in 1996 by a group of research chefs dedicated to overcoming challenges facing the food product development professional, the Research Chefs Association (RCA) has grown to more than 2,000 members. Today, RCA is the premier source of global and inclusive culinary and technical information for the food industry, with a professionally diverse membership including chefs, food scientists and other industry professionals who are shaping the future of food research and development... Not only does RCA partner with top colleges and universities to create approved Culinology® degrees, we also offer unique student benefits such as discounted rates on Conference and Regional event attendance and a mentoring program. Get involved early on, and reap the benefits.

Also known as: research chefs