Dive into the color palette of a midsummer kitchen, inspired by a lush green aesthetic

The "Language of Food Editions" are inspirational sessions where storytelling and aesthetics share equal prominence. Focused on exploring color palettes, each session is organized around a transitional moment in the seasons.

Setting the scene

Since food is never just food, I draw inspiration from art, botany, history, and fashion to explore edible ingredients as a creative medium. I share insights on how focusing on a specific color not only inspires dramatically different dishes but also leads to unexpected cooking techniques in the kitchen. Together, we explore why we eat what we eat and how cultural perspectives shape our choices.

How

After a shared lunch designed specifically to inspire, we explore how color evokes nostalgia for foods and seasons that are often more sentimental than realistic. We investigate how to capture fleeting flavors in a “kitchen perfume pantry,” and address the question of how to cook with simple ingredients layered with an abundance of complex flavors curated throughout the year.

Why

We explore how food design plays a role in everyday cooking. Inspired by the aromas of the season, we experiment with ingredient choices to challenge our culinary habits and food systems. Think fava beans, garlic chives, and more . . .

Almost Summer | and the Green Aesthetic

If early summer were a color palette, it would be shades of green—from pale fava beans to green peas in their pods and a myriad of soft, leafy aromatic herbs. The spectrum of summer ranges from pale to bright—the question is, how can we appreciate its beauty?

What to expect:

Each edition of “Language of Food” is guided by the following framework:

Morning Gathering | Meet a community of food and design enthusiasts over freshly baked cake and tea

the food landscape| join the introductory session and explore the day’s culinary narrative inspired by color aesthetics

creative conversation | learn from a food designer's unique perspectives

the shared table| enjoy a communal lunch designed to inspire and bring people together over a menu created especially for the occasion

The Culinary Thread | Delve deeper into the day’s culinary story, focusing on how the seasons shape our culinary preferences

A Kitchen "Perfume Pantry" | Explore fleeting ingredient elements with intention and learn how a kitchen perfume pantry can serve as the basis for a new approach to cooking

the food story | reflect on the day’s journey and share thoughts and discoveries with fellow culinary creatives

From 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.