Basque Culinary Center has launched "Chefs Community for Innovation," a groundbreaking global initiative connecting chefs from diverse backgrounds to foster collaboration, innovation, and the transformative power of gastronomy. This network aims to tackle the challenges facing the culinary sector by uniting expertise and creating joint solutions, taking gastronomy to new heights. Joxe Mari Aizega, Director of Basque Culinary Center, introduced "Chefs Community for Innovation" during his presentation at the international Gastromasa conference in Istanbul on November 13-14. The event gathered chefs, experts, and industry professionals to discuss the latest trends and challenges. "Chefs Community for Innovation" was created to address the challenges facing the food sector in an ever-changing world. In a context where sustainability, health, technological innovation, and the preservation of culinary traditions are essential, this community will allow chefs and industry professionals to exchange knowledge on research, new techniques, and innovative practices that will define the future of gastronomy. This expanding network is composed of renowned figures in gastronomy, recognized for their innovative vision, who will collaborate on projects aimed at transforming the sector, such as gastronomic events, culinary festivals, and other initiatives led by Basque Culinary Center. Furthermore, young chefs with an interest and who work in culinary innovation are invited to join this community to share their initiatives and experiences, fostering a space where emerging talent and creativity converge to shape the future of gastronomy.

Innovation and Collaboration 

The pillars of this community are sharing, connecting, and creating solutions, with innovation as the thread that ties them together. Founded 13 years ago by a group of chefs who were pioneers of innovation, Basque Culinary Center has organically built a large community of international chefs who have driven various training activities, workshops, and events. Now, Basque Culinary Center is launching GOe-Gastronomy Open Ecosystem, an innovative initiative aimed at fostering a tastier and more sustainable future by promoting healthy and delicious food. This project, based on innovation, seeks to create an open ecosystem that invites everyone to participate in transforming the culinary sector, driving new solutions and collaborations for a better future. "Chefs Community for Innovation" follows this same philosophy, aiming to generate a community designed to promote solutions to the challenges transforming gastronomy and share advances and new perspectives in a constantly evolving world. The chefs in this network will have the opportunity to participate in joint projects that will increase their visibility internationally and make an impact on the industry. Additionally, the community will serve as a platform to explore new frontiers of culinary innovation, inspiring ideas and projects that will shape the future of the sector. "Chefs Community for Innovation" will allow its members to share unique knowledge, ancient techniques, and culinary traditions from their respective countries, mutually enriching their gastronomic heritage. At the same time, exchanging experiences with other talented and internationally renowned chefs will ensure the community remains at the forefront of global trends. This international community not only seeks to improve gastronomy but also to transform its social and environmental impact. "Chefs Community for Innovation" represents a commitment to a more sustainable and responsible gastronomy, where chefs, alongside companies and organizations, will collaborate to create a more innovative future.

The full list of chefs in the "Chefs Community for Innovation" can be found at the following link:

https://chefsforinnovation.bculinary.com/