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Edible insect

ambassadors and Advocates

Our mission is to raise appreciation and awareness for edible insects and share the tremendous potential and innovation of insect agriculture through delicious, educational, creative, thoughtful, and interdisciplinary programming.

Grants, residencies, and presentations at: 

AFHVS Conference, American Culinary Federation, American Museum of Natural History, Atlas Obscura, Audubon Society, Augustana College, Biolabs at NYU Langone, Cayuga Community College, Colgate University, Columbia University, COP27, Cornell University, Culinary Institute of America, Desert Daze Festival, Excellence in Insect Science Symposium, Explorers Club, Food and Drug Administration, Food Nutrition Innovation Institute, Google Food Lab, Harvard University, Insects to Feed the World, Institute of Nutrition and Functional Foods, Korea University, Launchstone Blackpad, Michigan State University Museum, Montana State University, Museum of Fine Art St. Petersburg, Natural History Museum of LA, New York Entomological Society, New York Hall of Science, New York Public Library, Purdue University, Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, Queensland Museum, San Diego State University, Staten Island Museum, SXSW, SXSW Sydney, Tufts University, University of Adelaide, University of California Riverside, University of Georgia - Athens, University of Guelph, University of Laval, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, University of Wisconsin at Madison, Wageningen University, Wells College, Wesleyan University, 4-H 

We are available for:

  • Presentations: Engaging and informative talks on the significance of edible insects, insect agriculture, sustainable food systems, and the cultural importance of edible insects.

  • Keynote Speeches: Inspirational and thought-provoking addresses by Chef Joseph Yoon, delving into the transformative potential of edible insects and sustainable gastronomy.

  • Workshops: Hands-on educational sessions, allowing participants to explore the world of edible insects, from farming to cooking techniques.

  • Cooking Demonstrations: Live demonstrations showcasing Chef Joseph Yoon's culinary expertise in incorporating edible insects into delicious and innovative dishes.

  • Multi-Course Tasting Dinners: Exquisite dining experiences featuring curated menus with a focus on edible insects, offering a unique and memorable culinary adventure.

  • Bug Banquets: Grand events with ten courses or more, celebrating the diversity and flavors of edible insects, fostering a deeper appreciation for this sustainable protein source.

  • Hosting Symposia and Conferences: Organizing and hosting gatherings that bring together experts, enthusiasts, and thought leaders to discuss the future of insect agriculture and sustainable food practices.

  • Moderating Panels: Facilitating insightful discussions and panels on topics related to edible insects, sustainability, and the evolving landscape of global food systems.

  • Hosting Film Screenings with Bug Snacks: Creating immersive experiences by pairing film screenings featuring edible insect themes with bug-infused snacks, adding a flavorful twist to the movie-watching experience.

  • Judging Culinary Competitions: Contributing culinary expertise by evaluating and judging competitions centered around edible insect-based dishes, encouraging culinary innovation.

  • Producing Events: Conceptualizing, planning, and executing diverse events that showcase the potential, flavors, and cultural significance of edible insects, contributing to the wider discourse on sustainable food practices.

Featured in:

ABC, AJ+, AOL, AP News, Ars Technica, Asian American Life, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Atlas Obscura, BBC, BBC Radio 4, Bloomberg, BK Mag, Boston Globe, Brisbane Times, Brut, Build Brunch, But Why?, CBC Radio, CBS, Chefs Without Restaurants, Chosun Ilbo, CNBC, CNET, CNN, CNN’s Going Green, Cornell Chronicle, Counterspace, Daily News, Da Vinci Pursuit, DW, Edible Brooklyn, Epicurious, Explorers Journal, Eyes Mag, Feast Yr Ears, Financial Times, Food and Beverage Magazine, Food and Wine, The Food Chain, Food Curated, Food Film Fest (Winner), Food Institute, Food Lab Talk, Forbes, Fox News, Fox Nation, France TV, Georgia Public Broadcasting, Gizmodo, Global Herald, Good Day NY, Gothamist, GQ Brazil, Grist, Guardian, G1 Globo, Hartford Courant, Harvard Political Review, Here We Are, Heritage Radio Network, Independent, Indy Star, Inside Edition, Insider Food, Inside Hook, Japan Times, KNN News, Korea Daily, Korea Times, Lifehacker, Live with Kelly and Ryan, Live with Kelly and Mark, Living on Earth, Localish, Meat + Three, Moneyish, Most Expensivest, Mother Earth News, National Post, National Public Radio, Natural Products Insider, NBC, New York Post, New York Times Opinions, New York Times Science, News Nation, Next Shark, NHK, Nova, Now This, NY1, Patch, PBS, Pickler and Ben, Pix 11, Popular Science, PRX, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Public News Service, Reuters, The Salt, Scientific American, Seattle Times, Shanghai Morning Post, Smithsonian Channel, Spoiled NYC, Straights Times, SXSW Official Speaker, Sydney Morning Herald, T Magazine (New York Times), Tampa Bay Times, Thrillist, Time, Time Out, Today, Tribune Star, Tucker Carlson, Tufts Now, USA Today, Vice, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Web MD, The Week, WGN News, Why Food?, Wired, Wisconsin Public Radio, The World, World News Now, Yahoo News, Yellowstone Public Radio, The Zest, 4-H