Research Chefs Association

Join the Rocky Mountain Region of the RCA for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes technical tour of the Rocky Mountain Spice Company facility and R&D test kitchen.

This interactive afternoon offers a firsthand look at commercial spice blending, custom formulation workflows, and industrial scaling. Following the facility tour, we will head into the R&D test kitchen for an exclusive series of taste tests followed by deliciously crafted mocktails.

Whether you are looking to talk shop about emulsion stability, flavor modulation, or simply network with fellow industry professionals in the Denver area, this event is the perfect blend of technical insights and community connection.

📅 Friday, June 26
📍 3850 Nome St A, Denver, CO 80239
🕰️ 2:00 - 4:00 PM Mountain Time
💲 FREE

Register by June 25: https://buff.ly/7OuAV97



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The Research Chefs Association is excited to partner with the Refrigerated Foods Association (RFA)! Through this partnership, RCA members can attend RFA’s upcoming webcast at no cost by identifying themselves as RCA members during registration.

Date: June 17, 2026
Time: 2:00–3:00 PM Eastern
Cost: Free for RFA and RCA members

For more information and to register, visit RFA's Website: https://buff.ly/Nq312pp

After a standout presentation at this year’s RFA Annual Conference, Mike Kostyo of Menu Matters is back with new insights on consumer attitudes around ultra-processed foods.

Join us June 17 as he dives deeper into how consumers view UPFs, where they’re getting information, and what these evolving perceptions could mean for the food industry.

For more information and to register, visit https://www.refrigeratedfoods.org/rfa-technical-webcasts

The Meet Your Chair series continues, highlighting the dedicated volunteers who support connection, collaboration, and innovation across RCA’s regional network. Today, meet Kevin Jenkins and Jehovany Guido, your Texas chairs.

🌟 Kevin is focused on building a community where culinary professionals across the state can connect, grow, and lead.

🌟 Jehovany looks forward to helping grow engagement within the Texas RCA community while championing education, creativity, and industry advancement.

Learn more about Kevin, Jehovany and our Regional Hubs: https://buff.ly/cUcdewW

2 Weeks Away! 🚨

Join our Student and Young Professional Coffee Chat Series for a continuation of our previous discussion with Anna Cheely and Mike Kostyo on navigating current and emerging trends in product development. This informal, interactive session continues to explore how trends shape innovation in today’s food and beverage landscape through insights with industry professionals.

📅 Wednesday, June 24 from 5:00 - 6:00 PM Central Time
📍 Virtual
💲 Free

Register Today: https://buff.ly/nVwSPbI



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Join the RCA Ozarks to the Bayou region for The Ultimate Summer Grill Master: Crafting Perfect Sausages.

Join Chef Jules Carney of The Leaping Pig Charcuterie for a high-energy, 3-hour sausage-making session focused entirely on building the perfect links for the grill. This class moves beyond basic grinding to focus on emulsion stability, fat retention, and flavor development—the keys to a truly juicy, grill-ready sausage. You will master two distinctly different, yet universally loved, grill staples: a classic pork and a robust beef sausage.

📅 Wednesday, June 17, 2026
📍 Brightwater, 801 SE 8th Street Bentonville, AR 72712
💲 $75

Register today: https://buff.ly/r1eq8Ql



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This Wednesday, join the RCA Ozarks to the Bayou region for Marinades, Cures and Brines.

Hosted by Brightwater, this class explores the foundational science and culinary artistry of moisture retention and flavor enhancement. Under the expert guidance of Chef Travis McConnell, students will master the distinct mechanics behind acid-based marinades, equilibrium dry curing, and osmotic brining.

📅 Wednesday, June 10, 2026
📍 Brightwater, 801 SE 8th Street Bentonville, AR 72712
💲 $75

Register: https://buff.ly/mIBf28S



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RCA's Certified Research Chef (CRC®) and Certified Culinary Scientist (CCS®) programs provide the food industry with today's most valuable, sought-after product developers.

🌟 Congratulations to the 2 professionals who earned their and designation in May 2026. This is an extraordinary accomplishment and a significant milestone in your professional journeys!

🎓️ Learn more about RCA Certification: https://buff.ly/QOIE2j9
📝 Already Certified? Access our new, streamlined renewal application: https://buff.ly/QOIE2j9-renewal

Are you looking to strengthen your foundational knowledge or simply refresh your understanding of flour functionality? Join the RCA Mid-Atlantic Region for Flour 101, an introductory session presented by Jim Beauregard from The Mennel Milling Company. This virtual lunch and learn will cover the fundamentals of wheat and flour, including wheat types and how different flours impact performance across a variety of applications. Attendees will gain practical insights into selecting the right flour for product needs, along with tips to optimize quality and consistency in finished applications.

📅 Wednesday, August 19
🕰️ 11:30am - 12:30pm EST
📍 Virtual
💲 Members $35 | Non Members $45 | Students $15

Register Today: https://buff.ly/5eeWyGF



Thank you Kalsec Inc. for supporting year-round RCA events.

Join the RCA Ozarks to the Bayou region for Marinades, Cures and Brines.

Hosted by Brightwater, this class explores the foundational science and culinary artistry of moisture retention and flavor enhancement. Under the expert guidance of Chef Travis McConnell, students will master the distinct mechanics behind acid-based marinades, equilibrium dry curing, and osmotic brining.

📅 Wednesday, June 10, 2026
📍 Brightwater, 801 SE 8th Street Bentonville, AR 72712
💲 $75

Register: https://buff.ly/mIBf28S



Thank you Kalsec Inc. for supporting year-round RCA events.

🚨1 Month Left to Apply!

Sponsored by Chef Robert Danhi & Co., the Southeast Asia Field Research Scholarship supports immersive, hands-on field research in Southeast Asia, giving culinary students the opportunity to experience food cultures firsthand while developing new perspectives on flavor, food systems, innovation, and cultural context.

Apply by July 1: https://buff.ly/Ofg44Wp