The search for sustainable, nutritious, and delicious alternatives to traditional protein sources has led to an increased interest in the world of edible insects. In many parts of the world, consuming fresh insects is an integral part of daily life, with various species being appreciated for their unique flavors, textures, and health benefits. However, in […] The post Top 50 whole, dried, edible insect products: Sustainable, nutritious, and delicious appeared first on Insect Gourmet - Your guide to edible insects ..read more

Embark on a culinary adventure with our curated selection of edible insect cookbooks, perfect for eco-conscious food enthusiasts and daring gourmands alike. These books offer a rich trove of inspiration for incorporating sustainable protein sources like crickets, mealworms, and other insects into your daily meals. From learning how to add a flavorful twist to your […] The post The Top Insect Cookbooks appeared first on Insect Gourmet - Your guide to edible insects ..read more

Insect gastronomy: Elevating edible insects in gourmet cuisine A culinary revolution is taking place, as innovative chefs worldwide harness the potential of edible insects in gourmet cuisine. Like master artists exploring a new medium, these pioneers create exceptional dishes, pushing the boundaries of taste and texture, and offering a symphony of sensory experiences. In this […] The post Insect Gastronomy: Elevating Edible Insects in Gourmet Cuisine appeared first on Insect Gourmet - Your guide to edible insects ..read more

Insect Allergies: Essential Tips for Safely Enjoying Edible Insects As edible insects become a popular alternative protein source due to their sustainability and nutritional benefits, it’s crucial to be aware of potential risks for individuals with food allergies. In this article, we will explore insect allergies, cross-reactivity with shellfish, and precautions to take before incorporating […] The post Insect allergies: Essential tips for safely enjoying edible insects appeared first on Insect Gourmet - Your guide to edible insects ..read more

The reasons why insect numbers are decreasing Researchers have published a special issue of Biology Letters (M. Gossner et al., Less overall, but more of the same: drivers of insect population trends lead to community homogenization, Biology Letters 19: 20230007, 29 March 2023, DOI: 10.1098/rsbl.2023.0007) on the causes and consequences of the worldwide decline in ..read more

First Ever Online Course on Edible Insects Launched Global interest in insects as human food or animal feed keeps growing. Can insects really save humanity from environmental destruction, or help feed our ever-growing population? Why are some people more willing to accept insects as food than others? What can be done to make insects more ..read more

Company aims to make edible insects the cheapest source of animal protein in Europe Crickets, worms, grasshoppers or chips and sticks with cricket protein? All this is produced by the startup company Grig in Brno, Czech Republic. “We want to make insects more of a food, so this year we plan to launch various insect […] The post Company aims to make edible insects the cheapest source of animal protein in Europe appeared first on Insect Gourmet - Your guide to edible insects ..read more

Most people see insects as an alternative and sustainable source of food for the future Most people (58%) participating in a survey that forms part of a study by the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) on insect consumption believe that they could become an alternative and sustainable source of protein in the future and therefore […] The post Most people see insects as an alternative and sustainable source of food for the future appeared first on Insect Gourmet - Your guide to edible insects ..read more

Insects probably feel pain, so farming them should minimize it UK and Iranian scientists say insects probably feel pain because they “most likely” have central nervous control of nociception (the detection of painful stimuli). The team looked at previous behavioral, molecular and anatomical neuroscience evidence to reach their conclusions. As discussions of insect farming ramp […] The post Insect probably feel pain, so farming them should minimize it appeared first on Insect Gourmet - Your guide to edible insects ..read more

A Mealworm for Mars When humans are going to live on Mars they will have to eat. It only makes sense that future human Martians will grow their own crops, so that they can have a fresh meal. The project Food For Mars and Moon (FFMM) from Wageningen University & Research has been conducting research […] The post A mealworm for Mars appeared first on Insect Gourmet - Your guide to edible insects ..read more