Future Food

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  • 2010
  • 1 Season
  • 8.3  (21)

Future Food was a television show that aired on the Planet Green network from 2010-2011. The show was hosted by two renowned chefs, Homaro Cantu and Ben Roche. The basic premise of the show was to explore futuristic techniques and technology used in the culinary industry to create unique and innovative dishes.

The show revolved around the chefs' experiments with what they called "flavor tripping." Flavor tripping is a process where the tongue is fooled into experiencing sweet or sour flavors as the opposite. The chefs achieved this by using a West African berry called miracle fruit. The fruit contains a glycoprotein called miraculin, which binds to the taste buds on your tongue and alters their perception of certain flavors.

Throughout the show, the chefs showcased their skills and knowledge of molecular gastronomy, a subdiscipline of food science that explores the chemical and physical transformations that take place during cooking. They incorporated modern technology such as liquid nitrogen and sous-vide cooking (a French technique that involves vacuum-sealing food and cooking it in a low-temperature water bath) to create visually stunning dishes.

Each episode had a specific theme, ranging from transforming junk food into healthier dishes to creating a futuristic menu for a sci-fi convention. The chefs also collaborated with other experts in various fields, such as scientists and designers, to create one-of-a-kind dishes that blew the minds of their guests and viewers.

One of the most memorable episodes of the show was when the chefs attempted to create a zero-gravity restaurant experience. They partnered with NASA to conduct experiments aboard a zero-gravity aircraft, where they tested various ingredients and techniques to create an otherworldly dining experience. The result was a unique meal that included levitating food and drinks, and the chefs even managed to cook bacon in zero gravity!

Another episode that stood out was when the chefs attempted to create a menu for a vegan wedding. They had to come up with innovative and delicious dishes that not only satisfied the bride and groom but their meat-eating guests as well. The chefs used their knowledge of molecular gastronomy to create meatless dishes that tasted just like their meat counterparts.

The show was not just about creating the perfect dish, but it was also about addressing social and environmental issues related to the food industry. In one episode, the chefs tackled the issue of food waste and tried to create a meal entirely from scraps and leftovers. They also explored the impact of factory farming on the environment and showcased meatless alternatives that were just as satisfying.

Overall, Future Food was an exciting and educational show that took viewers on a wild ride through the world of culinary innovation. The show provided a glimpse into the future of food and how technology can be used to create healthier, tastier, and more sustainable dishes. Homaro Cantu and Ben Roche were the perfect hosts for this show, and their passion for food and innovative techniques was evident in every episode.

Future Food is a series that ran for 1 seasons (8 episodes) between March 30, 2010 and on Planet Green

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Seasons
Edible Packaging
8. Edible Packaging
May 11, 2010
Imagine a world in which Styrofoam packaging peanuts are no longer bad for the environment but are actually edible!
Junk Food
7. Junk Food
May 4, 2010
In this episode, Omar and Ben come up with healthy recipes designed to fool the mind and please the palette. But, the real test comes during a tasting at a local gym when a local news crew shows up to cover the story of healthy junk food.
Burger Wars
6. Burger Wars
April 27, 2010
Omar and Ben try to 'shorten the food chain' by creating a veggie burger made out of what a cow eats.Billy Goat Sam, the cheeboiger, cheeboiger, cheeboiger, king of burgers who was made famous by John Belushi and Dan Akroyd in a sketch on Saturday Night Live is a special guest at MOTO.
Kids Gone Wild
5. Kids Gone Wild
April 20, 2010
Omar, Ben and the staff really need to think outside of the box when they let a bunch of kids come up with menu ideas for MOTO.Vegetables that look like eyeballs, deep fried deer head with tree bark utensils and dirty socks with rocks certainly challenges the kitchen staff's creativity but even harder is getting the...
Miracle Food
4. Miracle Food
April 13, 2010
Having been homeless as a child, this episode deals with hunger, a very personal issue for Omar. At MOTO, the team comes up with several dishes to try out on the diners, using plants, cactus, flowers and weeds that are never eaten because of their bitter components.Later, they hold an event at the beautiful Garfield...
Inedible to Edible
3. Inedible to Edible
April 6, 2010
When a cooking experiment using a paint gun filled with capsicum oil and a flamethrower to cook brats produces a mess of inedible burnt brats, Omar, Ben and the kitchen staff decide to turn foods normally thought inedible, into edible tasty menu ideas for their Restaurant, MOTO.
French Evolution
2. French Evolution
March 30, 2010
A recycling theme begins when Chris & Darrel prepare the staff a meal of French Toast using day old bread.Omar and Ben then recycle the French Toast, turning them into super-crepes which inspires a crepe-off competition with famed French Pastry School head chef Jacquy Pfeiffer, in front of the famed Art Institution of...
Something's Fishy
1. Something's Fishy
March 30, 2010
PFarm raised fish are just not good. Before adding them to the menu, the guys will test their dishes with some of the most discerning seafood palates in Chicago – local folks at Mitsuwa Market, a place known for it's seafood and sushi.
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Where to Watch Future Food
Future Food is available for streaming on the Planet Green website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Future Food on demand at Amazon Prime.
  • Premiere Date
    March 30, 2010
  • IMDB Rating
    8.3  (21)
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