A beer that sparks the senses
Belgian beers come in all styles and flavours. What place is there in this crowded market for a refreshing newcomer? https://alicedowntherabbithole.be/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/V3-Stefan-Cappelle-Testimonial.mov
Let’s talk about biotechnology
Biotechnology often triggers strong reactions. For some, it is a promising enabler of a more sustainable future and a key tool to address climate challenges. For others, it raises questions about potential risks and long-term impacts. Across Europe, it remains a topic that requires careful consideration. To better understand both expectations and concerns, we brought […]
‘Living labs’ for a better future
A ‘living lab’ is an experimental environment where various stakeholders collaborate to address complex societal challenges. However, the added value of this collaboration only emerges when all perspectives are equally heard and included in the conversation. Within FutureFoodS, a ten-year European partnership working towards a more sustainable, fairer, and resilient food system, we facilitated two […]
Meatless meat
Our meat intake could use a serious cut down, but for many this is easier said than done. Because even some die-hard vegetarians still miss the taste of meat from time to time. Producers of plant-based alternatives want to provide a solution by imitating the taste and texture of meat as closely as possible, and […]
More than just a wrapping
Packaging sustainability is far more complex than it appears. Even experts in the field cannot determine at a glance which packaging solution is the most sustainable. Mainly because its environmental impact depends not only on the material itself, but also on factors such as where the material comes from, the product it contains, and what […]
Flavour for our furry friends
Dogs, and especially cats, are true carnivores, making the transition towards more sustainable pet food far more challenging than for human diets. This was the challenge addressed by the BIOPET project. Because plant-based alternatives do not always provide all the essential nutrients pets require, the project explored the use of yeast to sustainably produce key […]
A base for brewers’ spent grain
Revaluing brewer’s spent grain in the food chain. While technically perfectly feasible, setting up a realistic value chain in which everyone can benefit is easier said than done. Bringing all potential value chain partners together in a co-creation session is often the first step towards meaningful innovation. This was demonstrated in the ‘Draf in Galop’ […]
Creative with collagen
Citizen science: Easier said than done
How do you effectively involve sourdough hobbyists in a citizen science project? That was the central question of a co-creation session organised as part of HealthFerm, a European project exploring fermentation processes in sourdough by collecting samples from home bakers and drawing on their knowledge and experience. Successful citizen participation requires more than enthusiasm: it […]
How to co-create
Co-creation is something everyone can learn. It just requires a bit of a ‘mind-switch’. Employees from Eurofins experienced it first-hand on our demo session, and enabled them to approach their work with a switched mind!