GOe Tech Center, Technology center in Gastronomy of Basque Culinary Center has great expertise in understanding the complex world of consumer science, examining preferences and behaviors to inform food innovation and food design, and implement consumer-centered-design processes in wich different stakeholders are involved. This deep understanding is distinctively combined with the creative process of chefs, who contribute with their culinary expertise to design novel and appealing food products. Health and sustainabilibty aspects are alwais considered during the food design and testing processes. In addition, BCC Innovation goes beyond the lab and the kitchens, carefully testing these new food concepts in real-world contexts (Home-Used, Restaurant, Canteen), implementing Living Labs to explore and gather valuable feedback to ensure market success and consumer satisfaction.

As a "widening option" supported by ELIKA in the Basque Country (with up to €100,000 funding available), we are actively seeking consortia where our deep expertise in consumer science, innovative food design, and effective engagement of diverse stakeholders can be a significant strength.

Our cooperation interests

GOe Tech Center (https://goe.bculinary.com/en/techcenter/; a non-profit foundation based in the Basque Country), is the Technology Center in Gastronomy of the prestigious Basque Culinary Center. The Center unites chefs and researchers to drive innovation across the food value chain. Our core capabilities encompass food design and development, consumer science, food perception, health and sustainability, as well as the digital transformation of gastronomy. Building on our active participation in numerous European projects since 2018, we foster strong collaborations with diverse companies, universities, and research centers globally.