Richard Henson Center, 30690 University Boulevard South, Princess Anne, MD 21853
UMES Presents Chef Joseph Yoon (Brooklyn Bugs)
Edible insects are on the table at UMES with a Bug Banquet, Symposium, Film Screenings, Family Bug Buffet, Workshops and more!
Description
UMES Extension will host celebrity Chef Joseph Yoon of Brooklyn Bugs for a series of edible insect events April 3-6. Learn about innovations in Insect Agriculture and the potential to address food security, sustainability and climate change. Bug Buffet and Banquet meals will be prepared by Chef Yoon and the UMES Culinary Program.
Reserve your tickets in advance. Student promo codes are available; email Ebony Jenkins using your university email address. (enjenkins@umes.edu)
We hope to see you there to take part in this educational, fun, and delicious week.
Agenda
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Monday, April 3rd – Film Screenings with Q&A and tasty bug snacks
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday, April 4th – Symposium, keynote by Chef Yoon
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday, April 4th – Family Bug Buffet featuring edible dishes
6:00 PM
Thursday, April 6th – Poster Session featuring UMES research
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Thursday, April 6th – Semi-formal Bug Banquet, 10-course menu
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SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS:
If you are in need of any special accommodations, contact Ebony Jenkins.
CONTACT:
Ebony Jenkins, Food and Agricultural Sciences, at enjenkins@umes.edu.
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