This free online course will introduce you to the concept of gastronomy and the scientific basis of good food.

Explore the art and science of good eating in this free gastronomy course. Gain an understanding and appreciation for food production and cooking. Gastronomy includes discovering, tasting, experiencing and researching everything that makes food worth eating. It is about understanding what you eat. This course will introduce gastronomic concepts and their applications in food prep, culinary arts and food enjoyment.

We will show you the different methods employed by the food industry in the thermal processing of food and explain the underlying science. We will walk through concepts like blanching, pasteurisation and sterilisation, and the technical processing of canned food. Protein from meat and fish forms an essential part of our diet. Explore different preservation techniques and how to process raw meat from beef, poultry or fish - and how to cook them to be appealing, tasty and healthy. Research the different types of food hazards caused by physical or chemical contaminants and allergens and how to prevent them. Understand how to effectively respond to consumer interest in health, wellness and nutritious foods and develop your culinary creativity.

Gastronomy is a booming career choice with the growing demand for processed but healthy foods. This course is not only for aspiring students but for anyone wanting to know what they are eating. To be a true gastronome, you don't have to work in the food industry. Simply knowing and enjoying food and appreciating cuisine will also help build up your skills as a connoisseur. So take this course and start learning from the best!