Trust Your Taste: The Science of Flavour and Nutrition

What if your tongue already knew more about food quality than any label could tell you? This workshop explores the fascinating science behind taste — how bitterness, pungency, and complexity are not just sensory experiences but direct signals of the bioactive compounds that make food genuinely nourishing. Using extra virgin olive oil as a living case study, we'll trace the biochemical journey from polyphenol molecules to taste receptors, and show how learning to taste with intention can transform the way you choose, cook, and understand food.

Nicolas Netien is a renowned expert in the field of olive oil production, particularly celebrated for his work on polyphenols. He has dedicated his career to advancing the quality and health benefits of olive oil. Nicolas holds the world record for the highest concentration of polyphenols in olive oil, achieving a remarkable 4943 mg per liter. This achievement has set a new standard in the industry, highlighting the potent antioxidant properties and health benefits of high-polyphenol olive oils.
In 2024, Nicolas became a founding member of Oleaphen, a company dedicated to making high-phenolic olive oil accessible to a broader audience. Oleaphen aims to educate consumers on the health benefits of polyphenol-rich olive oil and ensure that this superior quality product reaches as many people as possible. Through his pioneering work and commitment to excellence, Nicolas Netien continues to be a leading figure in the olive oil industry, promoting better health through his innovative and high-quality olive oil products.

A passionate teacher and lecturer, Nicolas’ mission is to help speed up the world’s transition towards sustainable and circular production systems.
He has been awarded the rank of Knight of the Order of Agricultural Merit by the French Republic for his work in the field of agro-ecology.

Website
https://www.highphenolic.com/

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@Oleaphen

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