Format: Hybrid (Online + Practical R&D Labs)
Level: Culinary R&D Chefs, Innovation Specialists, Executive Chefs
Duration: 6 months | 24 weeks | ~150 hours
Weekly Load: 4–6 hours
Certification: Certified Culinary Innovation Specialist (CCIS)
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
• Conduct structured culinary R&D projects
• Experiment with modernist, molecular, and traditional techniques
• Prototype innovative dishes, menus, and beverages
• Apply sensory evaluation and consumer research in innovation
• Document processes using WRID standards
• Integrate sustainability, nutrition, and trend analysis into culinary R&D
• Present professional capstone projects demonstrating innovation
| # | Module | Duration | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Foundations of Culinary Innovation | 2 weeks | R&D concepts, ideation, trend analysis, creative thinking |
| 2 | Modernist & Molecular Techniques | 3 weeks | Gels, foams, emulsions, sous-vide, spherification |
| 3 | Ingredient Innovation & Flavor Pairing | 3 weeks | Plant-based proteins, functional ingredients, flavor engineering |
| 4 | Sensory Science & Evaluation | 3 weeks | Flavor mapping, tasting panels, multi-sensory experience |
| 5 | Menu Prototyping & Engineering | 3 weeks | Menu structure, portioning, plating, narrative concepts |
| 6 | Sustainability & Nutritional Innovation | 3 weeks | Eco-friendly sourcing, nutrition optimization, waste reduction |
| 7 | Digital Tools & WRID Documentation | 2 weeks | Recipe logging, lab documentation, analytics, reporting |
| 8 | Capstone Innovation Project | 5 weeks | Prototype creation, sensory evaluation, final R&D report, presentation |
Prototype creation for appetizers, entrées, and desserts
Molecular cuisine and modernist applications
Plant-based & functional ingredient experimentation
Multi-sensory and narrative plate design
Menu testing and sensory feedback loops
WRID-standardized R&D documentation
| Component | Weight |
|---|---|
| Weekly R&D exercises & lab reports | 20% |
| Mid-term sensory & innovation quiz | 20% |
| Applied Lab Projects (3 innovation prototypes) | 30% |
| Final Capstone: 3–5 course innovative menu + R&D report | 30% |
Capstone Deliverables:
✅ Culinary innovation logbook & WRID documentation
✅ Sensory evaluation & testing sheets
✅ Prototype multi-course menu
✅ Visual/video documentation of lab processes
Sous-vide & immersion circulator
ISI siphon & carbonation tools
Precision scales, pH meters, thermometers
Molecular gastronomy kits & plating tools
Sensory evaluation kits
Digital WRID documentation platform
Culinary R&D Chef
Innovation & Concept Development Chef
Executive Chef – Modernist & Molecular Menus
Food Product Development Specialist
Culinary Innovation Consultant
| Plan | Access | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Self-study | LMS + PDFs + quizzes | $450 |
| Guided | Live labs + peer review + R&D support | $1,350 |
| Premium | 1-on-1 mentorship + lab certification + capstone | $3,400 |
Regional adjustments (UAE / EU) applicable
Culinary innovation lab workbook & templates
Sensory evaluation & WRID documentation sheets
Access to global culinary innovation network
Capstone project guidance and feedback
Ready-to-use templates: SOP, R&D sheet, narrative plating
“Innovation in Every Bite” — 5-Course R&D Menu
Molecular amuse-bouche with multi-texture elements
Plant-based entrée with functional ingredient focus
Molecular dessert with encapsulated flavors
Sous-vide protein dish with creative plating
Mini degustation menu combining molecular, sensory, and sustainable concepts
Title: Essentials of Culinary Innovation
Duration: 8 weeks | ~32 hours
Delivery: Online + optional 1-day hybrid lab
| Mode | Price |
|---|---|
| Online Guided | $350 |
| Hybrid (1-day lab) | $750 |
| Premium | $1,500 |
Modules:
Introduction to Culinary Innovation & R&D
Ingredient experimentation & flavor pairing
Molecular & modernist techniques basics
Sensory evaluation & narrative plating
Mini innovation project: create 1 prototype dish
Badge: Culinary Innovation Micro-Specialist
Lab workbook & R&D templates
Sensory evaluation sheets & WRID documentation
Capstone menu & digital portfolio with photos/videos
