The Speakers and Topics
Five distinguished experts will explore the history, customs, culture, and distinctive characteristics of foods from various regions of the world: Prof. Charlotte Biltekoff (UC Davis), Prof. Charlie Bamforth (UC Davis), Dr. Daniela Barile (UC Davis), Prof. Lou Grivetti (UC Davis), and Dr. Chris Loss, Director of the Ventura Foods Center for Menu Research and Development, Culinary Institute of America.
- Dr. Charlie Bamforth – "The wondrous world of beer"
- Dr. Daniela Barile - "Exotic Foods from Around the World"
- Dr. Charlotte Biltekoff - "Eating Ethnicity: Adventures in Food and Identity"
- Dr. Lou Grivetti - "Chocolate: Heritage of the Americas"
- Dr. Chris Loss - Global Culinary Arts and Science Education
