Charles Michel
Affiliate Professor @Institut Lyfe Ex-Institut Paul Bocuse
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WORK HISTORY
Affiliate Professor @Institut Lyfe Ex-Institut Paul Bocuse
Lyon, FR
Crafting the programme and teaching three courses at Institut Paul Bocuse:• Transformational Experiences in Hospitality and Food ServiceFor Master’s students in Hospitality Management (jointly run with EMLyon), this course explores how food and hospitality can be designed as vehicles for meaningful, transformative experiences.• Gastrophysics & Sensorial Exploration: The Science of Food Matter, Perception, and Experience (15h)Gastrophysics bridges gastronomy and science, studying how perception, psychology, and materials shape food experience. First coined by Nicholas Kurti, the field has evolved from molecular gastronomy to influencing academia, restaurants, and industry.Students explore gastrophysics’ role in food design, hospitality, and sustainability, envisioning it as a discipline that could shape the future of culinary education.Key teachings: sensory perception (from biology to neuroscience), flavour construction, expectations and memory, ethics in sensory design, and tools for analyzing multisensory experiences.• Culinary Leadership (30h)This course trains future leaders in gastronomy—spanning industry, culinary arts, and food innovation.Key teachings: macro trends in food systems, ethics in food design, systemic thinking, and creative leadership. It inspires students to question outdated models and develop impactful, pleasure-centered food solutions that respond to global challenges.• The Gastronomic Environment (for Luxury Hospitality Management specialization)Immerses students in the codes and culture of high-end gastronomy—from premium products to Michelin-starred dining—while exploring how the notion of luxury is evolving.
EDUCATION
Lycée Français Louis Pasteur
French Baccalauréat, Science
Institut Lyfe (Ex-Institut Paul Bocuse)
Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management, Culinary Arts / Chef Training
University of Oxford
Research and Experimental Psychology
Institut Lyfe (Ex-Institut Paul Bocuse)
Bachelor in Culinary Arts
ABOUT CHARLES MICHEL
Charles Michel is a renowned Colombian-French food educator, experience designer, and community catalyst, blending expertise in culinary arts, experimental psychology, and human-centered design to inspire transformative change. A distinguished alumnus of the Institut Paul Bocuse (Lyon, France, 2006), Charles honed his culinary prowess in Europe\'s esteemed kitchens, including a pivotal tenure at the three Michelin-starred Dal Pescatore, in Italy.His innovative journey continued at the University of Oxford\'s Crossmodal Research Laboratory, where, as Chef-in-residence (invited by Professor Charles Spence, 2013), he pioneered multisensory food aesthetics research. With over fifteen peer-reviewed publications, his groundbreaking work in \'Gastrophysics\' has garnered global acclaim, featuring in outlets like BBC, The New Yorker, New Scientist, Dezeen, The Guardian and Wired.Charles\'s multifaceted expertise makes him a sought-after consultant for industry giants such as McKinsey, BCG, Peclers and WSGN, and taken him to collaborate for global organizations like Unicef and Greenpeace. As a visionary public speaker, he has captivated audiences at prestigious venues, including The Royal Society, The Royal Institution, and shared insights on three TEDx stages.Charles was a consultant with the United Nations World Food Programme (2020, Colombia office) on innovation networks and public events. His commitment to sustainable practices shines through his advisory roles in regenerative hospitality projects, and with Relais & Chateaux, advocating for sustainable and carbon-neutral hospitality.Beyond consulting, Charles thrives as an experience designer, curating over 30 immersive retreats and as Professor of the College of Extraordinary Experiences. His culinary artistry earned him a spot on Netflix\'s “The Final Table,” and recognition as a changemaker in the 50Next list by the 50Best Restaurants and Bars and the Basque Culinary Center.Currently, Charles imparts his wisdom to Master students across prestigious institutions where he develops innovative curricula. He stewards a vibrant online community, engaging over followers with enriching food education content. At the confluence of science, art, community, and entrepreneurship, Charles Michel\'s endeavors are a testament to his dedication to fostering more harmonious relationship between humans and nature.
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