Prairie Research Kitchen

Great ideas start in the Kitchen

Creative solutions to support food processors and food service providers through research and development, technical services and training. The Prairie Research Kitchen brings together a unique blend of food science and culinary arts to develop solutions for our clients.

The Research Kitchen provides a collaborative space to put the creativity and skills of RRC Polytech’s culinary instructors and students to work developing new food products or services to the market. At Prairie Research Kitchen, you’ll find cost-effective solutions and College-related funding opportunities to foster innovation.

Feeding a hunger for food innovation

We’re an ideal and accessible partner, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises who need help with:

Research and Development

Our experts can help with rapid prototyping, ingredient applications and consumer research trials.

Technical and Business Services

From recipe development to food photography to funding resources, we can help bring your ideas to life.

Training and Knowledge Diffusion

We offer customizable training, including on-site and in-house, plus safety and processing training.

Partnering with the Prairie Research Kitchen provides you with access to RRC Polytech’s facilities and technology.

Blended expertise for a perfect recipe

Prairie Research Kitchen’s approach to applied research and prototype development is unique because it adds culinary skills to the process. The baking, hospitality and culinary instructors provide advice and expert taste buds to projects when required. Imagine having access to over 20 experts for your project. That’s what it’s like when you work with us.

Imagine having access to over 20 experts for your project. That’s what it’s like when you work with us.

Culinary Arts

Chefs and culinary students use their expertise in creating great tasting food to research.

Food Science

Food Scientists knowledge of food systems, scientific methods and food safety elevate product creation and processing.

Business and Marketing

Consumer testing and market trends and knowledge help shape new product ideas and outcomes.

Student Workforce

Our network of students support cost-effective food research and prepare a new generation of food developers.

Bringing more resources to the community

The Prairie Research Kitchen is a modern research facility on the 11th floor of the Paterson GlobalFoods Institute. We serve Western Canada’s vibrant food production industries by building on our province’s strengths in food research, development and innovation.

Facilities

New, collaborative space for clients and researchers to interact in.

Technology

Full suite of prototyping and processing equipment and food service tools.

Working with us gives you unparalleled access to RRC Polytech’s cutting-edge facilities and technology.

Student Engagement

Access training opportunities in culinary research.