Chevron Left
Back to The Science of Gastronomy

Learner Reviews & Feedback for The Science of Gastronomy by The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

4.6
stars
787 ratings

About the Course

This course introduces several basic scientific principles underpinning the methodology of cooking, food preparation, and the enjoyment of food. All topics covered have a strong basis in biology, chemistry, and physics application. Among others, they include the consumption of cooked food, the physiological and evolutionary implications of the senses, geographic and cultural influences on food, and the rationale behind food preparation. We will also discuss issues such as coupling of senses to improve sense stimulation; altering flavor by chemical means, and modification of the coloration to improve the appearance of dishes. Following the video demonstrations of the scientific principles of cooking, you will learn to recognize the key ingredients and their combinations for preparing good healthy food. You will also be asked to try out and practice specific cooking principles through the weekly assignments; analyze your data and make comparisons of your experiences with others. At the end of this course, you will be able to: - appreciate the scientific basis of various recipes. - develop your own recipes by integrating some of the scientific principles into new dishes. - recognize the influence of the material world on human perception from the different senses. - appreciate the art of integrating science into cooking and dining. Important Note: This course is not designed for people with special dietary needs such as vegetarian, diabetic, and gluten-free diets. If you feel uncomfortable with any part of the assignments or activities of this course, you can substitute some of the ingredients or ask friends and family members to help with the tasting of your assignments. Alternatively, you may skip that specific assignment if you have fulfilled all other qualifying requirements to pass the course. Course Overview video: https://www.coursera.org/lecture/gastronomy/course-overview-43gyz...

Top reviews

L

Aug 25, 2020

Everything went well. I don't really like book in a sense, like reading but not exam, that's why I tried so many times. Taught me patience, ...spend time wisely...cook different fish in different ways

JS

May 18, 2020

Very interactive and informative, great way to learn! I do think it could be condensed, but overall it was an enjoyable course.

Filter by:

76 - 100 of 195 Reviews for The Science of Gastronomy

By Tina A

•

Sep 23, 2017

nice course with a lot of information. Good structured, good explanations...

By Natalia H H

•

Feb 9, 2017

I enjoy learning this course!! Thank you and I hope future actualizations...

By JEIMMY E B R

•

Aug 23, 2020

the way of explaining and the essays were relevant to the topic developed

By Amit J

•

Jul 19, 2020

Awesome course, gives you the insights of cooking using different factors

By Alejandro D V C

•

Apr 7, 2020

muy buen curso me ayudo a reforzar mi información aprendida en mi carrera

By Érika C d A

•

Jan 11, 2022

Excelente curso para todos os profissionais do ramo de alimentação.

By Rodrigo D

•

Jan 31, 2017

Very interesting, the scientific approach to cooking and eating.

By Dr A D

•

Sep 14, 2020

It was very interesting and informative. It was well presented

By Thomas M U

•

Sep 20, 2020

post course certigficates - where can I purchase that please.

By JOSE R D S J

•

May 29, 2020

Thank you for your participation in this course. Thank you!

By ANDREA E C R

•

Sep 28, 2020

Increíble curso, excelente para los profesionistas del ramo

By Kagiso K

•

Oct 7, 2025

Very insightful. I'm super glad for the opportunity 🙏🏽

By Muskan V

•

Aug 15, 2021

Just love the course and gain so much knowledge thnku

By yuli

•

Dec 17, 2016

so glad i pass the course exam，thanks to all teachers。

By Tamara W

•

Jan 14, 2017

Great experience with a fun learning environment.

By Martyna A

•

Nov 18, 2022

very informational course, simple to understand

By Chef U J

•

Sep 11, 2020

amazing study material ,and good to know facts

By Aida d H

•

Apr 21, 2020

Learned so much. Enjoyed every topic. Thank you

By krishnapriya h

•

Jun 1, 2018

very knowledgable,i will surely recommend this

By Dilfran H

•

Jun 4, 2021

A really excited course, 100% recommended

By María F S H

•

Feb 26, 2019

gran aprendizaje y excelentes profesores

By Maria T d A

•

Mar 1, 2021

Adorei fazer o curso, muito bom mesmo!

By Allan

•

Nov 12, 2018

<3 Wonderfull, it's changing my life.

By Yulia V

•

Aug 24, 2021

Super, Amazing Experience! Thank you

By Miguel S

•

Oct 22, 2016

fun and the same time educational!