The Home for Food Product Development Professionals

The Research Chefs Association is the leading professional community for food research and development.

Our professionally diverse membership includes chefs, food scientists, product and service providers, and other industry professionals who are shaping the future of food research and development. We are the home of Culinology® — the blending of culinary arts and the science of food.

RCA professionals collaborating

Founded in 1996 by a group of research chefs dedicated to overcoming challenges facing the food product development professional, today RCA is the premier source of global and inclusive culinary and technical information for the food industry.

850 Members and 30 Years

What is Culinology?

Culinology®, a registered trademark of RCA, is a fast‑growing discipline born from the powerful collaboration between culinary professionals and food scientists. It represents the intersection of culinary creativity and scientific expertise, driving innovation and shaping the future of food. Culinology is a multidisciplinary approach that elevates the entire food industry.

About the Research Chefs Association