“Food and Wine Pairing: Finding the Perfect Match and the Science Behind It” by the University of Melbourne

Join experts from the Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences of the University of Melbourne, as they explore the science behind food, wine and spirits pairing – on Wednesday, 8 December 2021 at 12.00 PM AEDT!

It might seem instinctive, but have you ever wondered about the alchemy created through the pairing of food and wine? How does pairing certain wines with certain foods contribute to our enjoyment of a meal?

Whether you’ve ever wondered about the chemistry of taste, or simply want to know which wine will perfectly complement your next Sunday lunch, this event has a great event for you.

Two of their leading authorities in food and wine science, Chris Barnes and Sonja Needs, will explore:

• Why we should seek to pair food and wine
• The secrets to a successful pairing
• The science behind pairing, and which elements might make the biggest impact
• Top tips for exploring your own pairings.
• The panel discussion will be facilitated by Dr Jennifer Henry [BAgr(Hons), PhD], alum of the School of Agriculture and Food, and will be followed by a live audience Q&A.