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Unearth culinary history to solve today’s food challenges

Welcome to our exploration of food heritage, a journey that takes us deep into the flavors, techniques, and traditions that have defined our culinary past.

As we peel back the layers of time, we not only get a taste of history, but also uncover potent solutions to contemporary food challenges. From sustainability to nutrition and food security, the key to many of today’s pressing issues lies in our shared gastronomic history. By understanding and embracing our food heritage, we can tap into a reservoir of knowledge that has been refined over generations. This journey is not just about rediscovering the past, but also about forging a future where food is a reflection of our respect for the planet and its diverse cultures.

The Final Cookbook concept was born of a small-scale project in an EPFL course: Foundation of Digital Humanities. Students Ghali Ghraibi and Xiaotian Su conducted an exploration of the “Recettes Des Provinces De France” cookbook, conducting a series processes in an effort to unearth insights into historical ingredient usage across French provinces.

This section collects interesting insights, projects and tools about food heritage. Please feel free to share your own insightful resources with us!