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COPIA: American Center for Wine, Food & the Arts http://www.copia.org/
Cultural museum and education center dedicated to the discovery, understanding, and celebration of wine, food and the arts in American culture.

The James Beard Foundation http://www.jamesbeard.org/
The foundation's site allows foodies to keep up with the latest food trends and their favorite chefs across America.

European Food Information Council http://www.eufic.org/
Provides consumers with objective science-based information about food safety and quality.

New York Apple Association http://www.nyapplecountry.com/
Contains consumer information, directories of apple growers and marketers, teacher resources, grower and direct marketer news and information, and related resources.

Chaine des Rotisseurs http://www.chaineus.org/
International gastronomic society founded in Paris in 1950. Devoted to promoting fine dining and preserving the camaraderie and pleasures of the table.



International Federation of Competitive Eating (IFOCE) http://www.ifoce.com/
Association that encourages communication, cooperation, and uniformity in the supervision and regulation of competitive eating events. Includes information on tournaments, records, membership and related links.
Peanut Butter Lovers Club http://www.peanutbutterlovers.com/
Historical information, how it is made, recipes.

Pudding Club http://www.puddingclub.com/
Devoted to preserving the traditional of the great British pudding.

American Institute of Wine and Food (AIWF) http://www.aiwf.org/
Educational organization dedicated to promoting health and well-being through the enjoyment of good food and drink.

Les Dames d'Escoffier International http://www.ldei.org/
Educates and mentors women in the culinary professions.

The International Cake Exploration Societé (ICES) http://www.ices.org
Organization of sugar artists and cake decorators.

Culinary Team Canada http://www.culinarycanada.com/
Members mandated by the Canadian Federation of Chefs and Cooks to form and compete as Canada's national team. Includes information on chefs, team history, partners, national and international events.

Horseradish Information Council http://www.horseradish.org
Includes cooking tips, recipes, facts, history, horseradish and health, statistics and trivia.









Physiologie du goût, ou méditations de gastronomie transcendante : Ouvrage théorique, 

historique et à l'ordre du jour.., suivi de La Gastronomie, poème en quatre chants, par 

Berchoux by Jean Anthèlme Brillat-Savarin (Paperback - January 10, 2006) Physiologie du goût
by Jean-Anthelme Brillat-Savarin (Paperback - January 7, 1993)
The Physiology 

of Taste (Penguin Classics) -- by Jean-Anthelme Brillat-Savarin, Anne Drayton  	The Physiology of Taste: Or Meditations on Transcendental Gastronomy -- by Jean 

Anthelme Brillat-Savarin, M. F. K. Fisher Art of Eating -- by M. F. K. Fisher
On Food and Cooking
by Harold McGee





Gastronomica http://www.gastronomica.org/
A quarterly journal for the scholarly study of food and food issues.

The Jean-Paul Sartre Cookbook http://icemcfd.com/wayne/sartre-cookbook.html
Humorous sketch imagining a young Sartre obsessed with food.

Slow Food http://slowfood.com/
Organization promoting a slow, savoring approach to dining. News articles, current projects.

Convivium: The Philosophy and Food Roundtable http://www.gustavus.edu/Groups/convivium/
Association of philosophers studying the significance of food. Events, membership information, organizational history, links.

Philosophy and Food http://www.siena.edu/boisvert/PhFoodintro.htm
Consideration of the historic distance between philosophy and gastronomy, and of possibilities for bridging this gap. By Raymond D. Boisvert.

The Physiology of Taste http://etext.library.adelaide.edu.au/b/b85p/
An etext of this classic eclectic work of culinary commentary, as rendered into English by Fayette Robinson. Available in HTML sections or as a ZIP file.

Eating the World: Food Without Frontiers http://www.opendemocracy.net/debates/article-4-64-1224.jsp< /font>
Article by Roger Scruton examining the relation of modernity to the culture of food.

Philosophy and Food http://www.philosophynow.org/archive/articles/31iggers.htm< /font>
A short introduction to the topic by Jeremy Iggers. Published in 2001 in Philosophy Now.







The Philosopher in the Kitchen (Penguin Handbook) by Jean-Anthelme Brillat-Savarin, Anne Drayton (Translator) Aphorisms of Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin from his work, The physiology of taste (Weather Bird de gustibus) by Brillat-Savarin The handbook of dining; or, How to dine, theoretically, philosophically and historically considered: Based chiefly upon the Physiologie du goût of Brillat-Savarin by Brillat-Savarin Gastronomy as a fine art; or,
The science of good living,
A translation of the Physiologie
du goût of Brillat-Savarin
by Brillat-Savarin

with fifty-two original etchings by A. Lalauze
Brillat-Savarin's Physiologie du gouÌt
new and complete translation
by Brillat-Savarin (Author)

Brillat-Savarin's Physiologie du goût:
A handbook of gastronomy

by Brillat-Savarin

Gastronomy as a fine art, Or,
The Science of good living.

A translation of the "Physiologie
du gouÌt" of Brillat-Savarin
by Brillat-Savarin (Author)

Physiologie du gout de Brillat-Savarin
by Brillat-Savarin (Author)


Fisiologia do Gosto, A by Jean-anthelme Brillat-savarin (Author)
(Paperback - 1999)







Food Marketing Institute http://www.fmi.org/
Organization serving the needs of food distribution and related business, including grocery wholesalers and retail supermarkets. Includes industry and consumer resources and industry publications.

TransFair USA http://www.transfairusa.org/
Non-profit monitoring organization which certifies that participating traders are following fair trade guidelines. Products include coffee, tea, and bananas.

International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements http://www.ifoam.org/
An umbrella organisation for the national organic certification bodies. Setting out minimum standards for organic production. Provides accreditation schemes for national organisations.

Food Safety Training and Education Alliance http://www.fstea.org
Improving food safety in foodservice and retail through training and education.

Chef's Collaborative http://www.chefscollaborative.org/
Promoting sustainable cuisine by teaching children, supporting local farmers, educating one another, and inspiring the public to choose good, clean food.



<
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Public policy advocacy association of California wineries. Supports legislative and regulatory advocacy, international market development, media relations, scientific research, and education programs that benefit the California wine industry.

Grocery Manufacturers of America http://www.gmabrands.com/
The site is a one-stop shop for information regarding all aspects of the industry, from information about the retail food supply chain to issues on Capitol Hill.

Canola Council of Canada http://www.canola-council.org/
Organization supporting the canola oil industry.

National Food Processors Association http://www.nfpa-food.org
Principal scientific trade association representing the U.S. food processing industry.

Popcorn Board http://www.popcorn.org/
A non-profit organization funded by U.S. popcorn processors. The Board strives to raise the awareness of U.S. popcorn as a snack through domestic and international marketing efforts.




The World Association of Cooks Societies http://www.wacs2000.org/
News, information, event highlights, recipes and reviews from Cooks' Organizations around the world.

National Barbecue Association http://www.nbbqa.org
Directory of supplier, manufacturer, consultant, conference and trade shows.

American Society of Baking http://www.asbe.org/
Promoting the advancement of baking science technology through the exchange of information and interaction among baking industry professionals.

Gelatine Manufacturers of Europe. http://www.gelatine.org/
Provides applications, health benefits, and recipes for gelatine. Information for members, industry legislation and regulations, and press releases.

Soyatech.com http://www.soyatech.com/
Soybean and oilseed resource and information for the food and feed industries. Research, consulting, publications and advertising.




North American Association of Food Equipment http://www.nafem.org/
A resource for food service equipment, food service supplies, food service operations and management information.

Food Institute http://www.foodinstitute.com/
Portal for the food industry, includes industry, health and government and international news and related resources.

Washington Association of Wine Grape Growers http://www.wawgg.org/
Committed to communication, education and research.

USA Dry Pea and Lentil Council http://www.pea-lentil.com/
Representing growers, processors, and exporters of peas, chickpeas (garbanzos) and lentils. Includes recipes, markets, health information, farm and export news.

Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America http://www.ifanca.org/
Not for profit, educational Islamic organization dedicated to promoting Halal food and nutrition.

International Society of Beverage Technologists http://www.bevtech.org
The ISBT (formerly SSDT) was founded in Washington, D.C. in 1953 and now consists of over 1,000 members world wide. It is unique in being the only organization whose sole interest is the technical and scientific aspects of soft drinks and beverages.

South Australian Food Centre http://www.safoodcentre.com/
A partnership between food industry organizations and government agencies to provide a ‘one stop shop’ for food companies who want to grow their businesses.

International Association of Refrigerated Warehouses http://www.iarw.org/index.asp
Advances and enhances the safe storage of large quantities of food products, facilitating efficient distribution of food between manufacturers and retailers and to promote better understanding by the public.

American Wholesale Marketers Association http://www.awmanet.org
A trade organization working on behalf of U.S. convenience distributors.

Grain Elevator and Processing Society - GEAPS http://www.geaps.com/
An international professional society dedicated to providing its members with forums to generate leadership, innovation and excellence in grain-related industry operations. News, publications and events.




Confectionery Manufacturers Association of Canada http://www.confectioncanada.com
Representing confectionery chocolate, candy and chewing gum manufacturers, affiliates and suppliers, the CMAC supports confectionery growth by advancing and communicating the interests of the industry, its members and its consumers.

Midwest Food Processors Association, Inc. http://www.mwfpa.org/
Results-oriented trade association, furnishing its member companies with information on government regulations, technical affairs and industry matters.

Tea Council of Canada http://www.tea.ca/
A source of information on tea to consumers, health professionals, foodservice operators and the media. Providing scientific research on tea to consumer, market trends and recipes.

International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association http://www.iddba.org/
Serving the supermarket industry and manufacturers of dairy, deli, bakery, cheese, specialty foods, equipment, and packaging.

Professional Chef's Association http://www.professionalchef.com/
A national organization of chefs and those associated with the foodservice industry. The site is divided into public and members only sections, providing news of association events, forums and certification services.




The National Association for the Specialty Food Trade http://www.specialtyfood.com/
Not-for-profit business trade association established to foster trade, commerce, and interest in the specialty food industry. Includes information on Fancy Food Shows.

The British Food Trust http://www.greatbritishkitchen.co.uk/
Aims to stimulate the awareness and involvement of the general public in British food and cooking, and to foster the production, supply and consumption of good food.

Euro-toques http://www.euro-toques.org
An organization of chefs throughout Europe and European chefs working around the world. Web site provides contact information, organization history and activity information.

Northwest Food Processors Association http://www.nwfpa.org/eweb/StartPage.aspx
Trade association which promotes the food processing industry in Idaho, Oregon, and Washingtion.

Food Processing and Machinery Supply Association http://www.fpmsa.org
Industry links, registration for the IEFP and links to food industry suppliers.




California League of Food Processors http://clfp.com/
Representing fruit and vegetable processors from the Golden State since 1905. Includes processing tomato and peach statistics, legislative updates, and upcoming meetings and events.

Malaysian Palm Oil Promotion Council http://www.mpopc.org.my/
Supporting the use of palm oil in food applications.

National Independent Concessionaires Association, Inc. (NICA) http://www.nicainc.org/
Striving toward the betterment of communication between fairs, festivals and independent concessionaires across the USA.

Hawaii Food Manufacturers Association http://www.foodsofhawaii.com/
Promotes Hawaiian grown or manufactured foods. Member directory categorized by type of food or services. Lists membership benefits and requirements, with application form.

Association for Dressings and Sauces http://www.dressings-sauces.org/
An international trade association of salad dressing, mayonnaise, mustard and other condiment sauce manufacturers and their suppliers.




European Hygenic Engineering and Design Group http://www.ehedg.org/
Consortium of equipment manufacturers, food industries, research institutes, and public health authorities promoting hygiene during processing and packing of food products.

The Association of Sales & Marketing Companies http://www.asmc.org
A trade association serving sales and marketing agencies (food brokers) and manufacturers in the food and consumer packaged goods industry.

World Food Logistics Organization http://www.wflo.org/wflo/
Activities include supporting research and development in the application of improving the application of refrigeration technology for the preservation and distribution of food and other commodities, and related training and research services.

AAIPA - Italian Association of Food Product Industries http://www.aiipa.it/
A trade organization working on behalf of Italian food producers.

Manufacturers' Agents for the Food Service Industry http://www.mafsi.org/
Not-for-profit association for independent manufacturers' representative agencies and the manufacturers they represent in the foodservice equipment, supplies and furniture industry.




Massachusetts Specialty Foods Association http://www.msfa.net/
Non-profit organization providing education, networking, peer support, marketing, publicity, and technical assistance for members. The MSFA is a non-profit organization.

National Watermelon Association http://www.nwaqueen.com/
Association of growers, processors and distributors of watermelon.

Tortilla Industry Association http://www.tortilla-info.com/
Consumer information, directory of members with online sales, industry, seminar, and association membership information.

Ethnic Food Action Group Ltd. http://www.foodyorkshire.com/efg/
Represents and assists the food and drink cluster within the Yorkshire and Humber region at regional, national and international levels.

Food Consultants Group http://www.foodconsultants.com/
Independent alliance of food industry experts. Support for industry areas including marketing, logistics, new technologies, finances, and legal issues.




Northeast Fresh Food Alliance http://www.neffa.com/
Represents the interest of retailers, wholesalers, manufacturers, brokers, associations and others serving the fresh foods industries. Its purpose is to provide programs and services that promote sales growth and enhance profitability of these products throughout the Northeastern USA and Canada.

Oyster Farmers Association of NSW Ltd. http://www.oysterfarmers.asn.au/
Information about the organization, FAQs, newsletter, and recipes. Australia.

American Palm Oil Council http://www.americanpalmoil.com
Trade organization representing palm oil producers. Product information and health benefits.

Associated New York State Food Processors http://www.nyfoodprocessors.org
Represents fruit and vegetable processors from New York, on environmental issues and food safety concerns.

The Federation of European Food Additives and Food Enzymes Industries http://www.elc-eu.org/
Information for food producers about the function of additives, with list of those approved in the European Union. Shows member associations, with email contacts.




The Seasoning and Spice Association http://www.seasoningandspice.org.uk/
UK group represents manufacturers of herbs, spices, and seasonings, primarily for lobbying and marketing.

American White Wheat Processors Association http://www.awwpa.com/
Getting white wheat ingredients of specific performance attributes to consumers and manufacturers is the prime goal of the American White Wheat Producers Association.

Food and Drink Innovation Network http://www.fdin.co.uk/
Industry group looking at innovation in the marketplace though regular conferences in the UK.

PEI Seafood Processors Association http://www.peispa.com
Non-profit organization dedicated to the advocacy, training and marketing of seafood products processed on Prince Edward Island.

Prince Edward Island Association of Chefs and Cooks http://www.peichefs.ca
Promoting the culinary industry and enhancing the cuisine of Prince Edward Island. An events schedule, job bank, membership and competition information.




International Association of Food Industry Suppliers http://www.iafis.org/am/template.cfm?Section=Homehttp://www.iafis. org/am/template.cfm?Section=Home
Extensive web based information source for the food industry. Industry news and discussion forums.

Ohio Grocers Association http://www.ohiogrocers.org/
A reference for Ohio grocers and grocers around the country. Award winning Food Safety Program and Workplace Violence Program.

Warana http://warana.org/
Co-operative of dairy, paper, distillery, and sugar industry members in India. Includes history, achievements, facilities and a Board of Directors list.

Illinois Food Retailers Association http://www.ilfood.org/
Focused on independent retail food stores and their suppliers. Includes a buyers guide, news, events calendar, membership application, and contact details.

Food Shippers of America http://www.foodshippersofamerica.org/
Association of United States food shippers. Includes FAQ, services, and member directory.

Washington Specialty Foods Association http://www.waspecialtyfoods.org/
Wholesalers and retailers of specialty foods, products and services in Washington state, USA.

Tennessee Specialty Foods Association Inc. http://tsfagourmet.com
A site for the members of the Tennessee Specialty Foods Association. Get member information and links to all the member sites.




Professional Chef Associations



COPIA: American Center for Wine, Food & the Arts http://www.copia.org/
Cultural museum and education center dedicated to the discovery, understanding, and celebration of wine, food and the arts in American culture.

The James Beard Foundation http://www.jamesbeard.org/
The foundation's site allows foodies to keep up with the latest food trends and their favorite chefs across America.

European Food Information Council http://www.eufic.org/
Provides consumers with objective science-based information about food safety and quality.

New York Apple Association http://www.nyapplecountry.com/
Contains consumer information, directories of apple growers and marketers, teacher resources, grower and direct marketer news and information, and related resources.

Chaine des Rotisseurs http://www.chaineus.org/
International gastronomic society founded in Paris in 1950. Devoted to promoting fine dining and preserving the camaraderie and pleasures of the table.




International Federation of Competitive Eating (IFOCE) http://www.ifoce.com/
Association that encourages communication, cooperation, and uniformity in the supervision and regulation of competitive eating events. Includes information on tournaments, records, membership and related links.

Peanut Butter Lovers Club http://www.peanutbutterlovers.com/
Historical information, how it is made, recipes.

Pudding Club http://www.puddingclub.com/
Devoted to preserving the traditional of the great British pudding.

American Institute of Wine and Food (AIWF) http://www.aiwf.org/
Educational organization dedicated to promoting health and well-being through the enjoyment of good food and drink.

Les Dames d'Escoffier International http://www.ldei.org/
Educates and mentors women in the culinary professions.



The International Cake Exploration Societé (ICES) http://www.ices.org
Organization of sugar artists and cake decorators.

Culinary Team Canada http://www.culinarycanada.com/
Members mandated by the Canadian Federation of Chefs and Cooks to form and compete as Canada's national team. Includes information on chefs, team history, partners, national and international events.

Horseradish Information Council http://www.horseradish.org
Includes cooking tips, recipes, facts, history, horseradish and health, statistics and trivia.













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