Mix, dip, and learn!

Warm up this holiday season with a delicious journey into the science of hot cocoa and churros! Hosted by the LSU AgCenter Food Innovation Institute (FOODii) and the School of Nutrition and Food Sciences, this special holiday edition of Unlocking the Secrets of Food Science blends hands-on culinary fun with the fascinating science behind two favorite winter treats.

🎄 What to Expect:

• Discover the science behind rich, creamy hot cocoa, including how ingredients influence flavor, texture, and mouthfeel.
• Learn how churros achieve their signature crispy exterior and soft interior through the magic of heat, moisture, and frying.
• Create and customize your own hot cocoa and freshly made churros with a variety of festive toppings and flavors.
• Hear from food science experts as they share how chemistry and culinary techniques come together to create memorable holiday treats.

Whether you're a budding food scientist, a holiday baking enthusiast, or simply a lover of sweet treats, this workshop will leave you with new skills, tasty creations, and a deeper appreciation for the science behind every sip and bite.

Registration

The registration cost is $60, which includes all ingredients and supplies. Each participant will enjoy their own hot cocoa and churro creations during the workshop and take home recipes to recreate the experience.

Participants under 18 years of age must be registered together with an accompanying adult. The accompanying adult fee is $10 and applies only to those accompanying a child.

Age eligibility: Participants must be 10 years of age or older to participate.

Registration closes December 11.

Refreshments will be served.