October 23, 2026; January 22 and April 9, 2027
Cooking with science
Three fun evenings where the best of cooking blends with the magic of chemistry. The experiments are served right at the table!
Come to enjoy a unique dinner, full of science, humor, and experiences that will stimulate both the palate and curiosity.
Reserve your spot and Let yourself be surprised at this gathering where experiments are served right at the table!
Sessions:
Cooking with Colors: The Science of Pigments on the Plate
A session to explore the chemistry of natural pigments and learn how to make the most of color in the kitchen.
Presented by: Miguel Ruiz-Canela, director of the Department of Epidemiology and Public Health at the University of Navarra.
Date:October 23, 2026
Time: 6 :00–9:00 p.m.
Location: Civican
Price: 27 euros
Anti-inflammatory Diet: Ingredients That Tell a Chemical Story
This event will explore the bioactive compounds found in various foods and their relationship to inflammation and well-being.
Presented by: Miguel Ruiz-Canela, director of the Department of Epidemiology and Public Health at the University of Navarra.
Date: January 22 , 2027
Time: 6 :00–9:00 p.m.
Location: Civican
Price: 27 euros
The Sea's Pantry: The Science of Fish and Seafood Flavors
During this evening event, participants will learn how salt, temperature, and cooking techniques influence the flavor and quality of fish and shellfish.
Presented by: Miguel Ruiz-Canela, director of the Department of Epidemiology and Public Health at the University of Navarra.
Date: April 9 , 2027
Time: 6 :00–9:00 p.m.
Location: Civican
Price: 27 euros
Participants:
Miguel Ruiz-Canela
Deputy Director of the Institute of Nutrition and Health, University of Navarra.
Ignacio López-Goñi
Professor of Microbiology and Director of the Science Museum, University of Navarra.
José Ramón Isasi
Professor of Chemistry at the Faculty of Sciences of the University of Navarra.
Where
Civican Caja Navarra Foundation
Avenida Pío XII, 2, Pamplona