Cadre x Hot Water Cornbread presents TASTEBUDS
We are excited to announce a partnership with @hotwatercb , Hot Water Cornbread, launching a new cannabis & food pairing experience called TASTEBUDS.
Hot Water Cornbread is everything you love about the south experienced in one day! If you love southern community, fashion, food, music, live animals and Black vendors, then Hotwater Cornbread is a no brainer!
Picture this: free horseback rides, a farm-style petting zoo, a competitive spades showdown, southern karaoke along with many more festival-themed activities! You can also strike a pose at our Insta-worthy photo spots, and dance to Southern hip hop and R&B in our 21 and over zone called CLUB COLLARD GREENS!
Food and Cannabis Pairing: A Delight for the “Tastebuds”
Food and cannabis pairing enhances sensory experiences by combining flavors, aromas, and cannabis effects. Like wine pairings, it aims to elevate the flavors of both the food and the cannabis.
The Science of Taste and Aroma:
Taste buds detect five basic tastes: sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami. However, aroma, detected by the olfactory system, greatly influences our perception of flavor. Cannabis, with its complex terpene profile, offers diverse aromas and flavors that complement various dishes.
Terpenes: The Flavor Bridge:
Terpenes are aromatic compounds in cannabis also found in fruits, herbs, and spices. Key terpenes include:
- – Limonene: Citrus
- – Myrcene: Earthy and musky
- – Pinene: Pine
- – Linalool: Floral
- – Caryophyllene: Spicy
Identifying dominant terpenes helps chefs create dishes that enhance cannabis flavors.
Pairing Principles:
- Complementary Flavors: Match similar flavors (e.g., limonene with citrus dishes).
- Contrasting Flavors: Balance opposing flavors (e.g., sweet strains with spicy dishes).
- Intensity Matching: Pair bold flavors with intense strains and light flavors with delicate strains.
- Texture and Mouthfeel: Consider texture in both food and cannabis.
Examples of successful pairings:
- – Citrus Sorbet with Limonene-Rich Strain:
- – Enhances refreshing citrus notes.
- – Chocolate Truffles with Myrcene-Dominant Strain:
- – Deepens rich, earthy chocolate flavors.
- – Grilled Steak with Caryophyllene-Heavy Strain:
- – Complements savory, spicy steak flavors.
Conclusion:
Food and cannabis pairing is an art that blends taste, aroma, and texture. By exploring cannabis terpenes and thoughtfully combining them with foods, one can create a unique and delightful culinary experience. This growing trend offers exciting opportunities for culinary creativity and sensory exploration.
Tastebuds happens exclusively in our 21 and over VIP area, Club Collard Greens. So if you get a VIP Experience (Platinum) ticket then you’re going to have a good time!!!!
You’ll have multiple cannabis strains to choose from that will be paired with various foods that are specifically engineered to enhance that particular flavor profile.
And it’s ALL FREE with your VIP ticket! If you love food and cannabis, you’re about to be in Heaven!
You will also be able to purchase cannabis products through our Cadre Dispensary delivery service while at the event.
Stay tuned for more details, but all you need to know for now is below:
Event Date: July 21st 2024Time: 1pm – 8pm
Location: The Beehive: 1000 E. 60th St. Los Angeles, CA 90001
Tickets: Hot Water Cornbread Grils & Cowboy Hats Edition
