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The Home for Food Product Development Professionals.

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.

 

2.000+

26+

RCA Members Years Experience

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RCA Membership

RCA Membership are better prepared to meet the demands of the food industry through an innovative, creative, intelligent approach to food product development.

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RCA Educations

Professional development through continuing education is key to RCA's mission of supporting practitioners of Culinology® throughout their career.

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RCA Connect

RCA Connect is the RCA’s online-community for quickly connecting with your fellow members in the leading resource for practitioners of Culinology®.

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Join RCA Take The Next Step Elevate Food Product Development.

The Research Chefs Association is a diverse, collaborative, and engaged collection of professionals dedicated to elevating food product development. Our membership includes chefs, food scientists, R&D professionals and others involved with the product development and innovation. We also have a strong membership with professionals who support product development, such as marketers, researchers and consultants.

 

RCA Membership gives you access to this network of professionals, as well as unique opportunities to expand and develop your career for greater success.

Set Yourself Apart Through The Blending Culinary Arts And Food Sciences

RCA Education professional development through continuing education is key to RCA's mission of supporting practitioners of Culinology® throughout their career.
 
Professional Development

RCA offers several opportunities to continue your education and develop professionally. From webinars and workshops to on-demand annual conference education sessions, there is something for everyone!

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Certification

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? RCA offers the #1 program for certifying the knowledge, skills and experience of Culinology® professionals: Certified Research Chefs and Certified Culinary Scientists.

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Students

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.

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RCA Connect is the RCA’s online-community for quickly connecting with your fellow members in the leading resource for practitioners of Culinology®.

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Engage with the RCA community year round at food-focused regional event.

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Events

New England - Giving Back & Networking
Oct 21, 2023 01:00 pm - 06:00 pm | Eastern
$10.00
IPPE Networking Event - Table Purchase
Jan 29, 2024 04:00 pm - 07:00 pm | Eastern
$200.00
Oktoberfest in Philly
Oct 26, 2023 04:00 pm - 07:00 pm | Eastern
Free
Chicagoland Gives Back!
Oct 10, 2023 04:30 pm - 06:30 pm | Central
$40.00
Oktoberfest in NYC!
Oct 18, 2023 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm | Eastern
$30.00
IPPE Networking Event - Attendee Sign-up
Jan 29, 2024 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm | Eastern
$45.00
Unveiling the Future: Exploring 2024 Trends with Kalsec and Datassential
Nov 09, 2023 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm | Central
$30.00
Harvesting Harmony - Friday Cocktail Reception
Nov 03, 2023 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm | Eastern
Free
Twin Cities Oktoberfest - Pre-MNIFT Networking Event
Oct 10, 2023 06:00 pm - 10:00 pm | Central
$25.00
Cultivated Meat: Understanding the Science and Future Applications
Oct 24, 2023 12:00 pm - 01:30 pm | Eastern
$35.00