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Mediamatic Biotoop Branko Kleynen

Not just a Weed

Fermented Knotweed Pickles recipe

On March 25, 2020, after a scavenger hunt for Japanese Knotweed, Branko, Elise and Tommaso joined forces to pickle some shoots.
Bokashiponics

Bokashi: a nutritious wondertea or an overhyped fairytale?

We are investigating what it would take to turn our aquaponics system into a hydroponics system. The main question is where we will source our nutrients. We want our fertilizer to be as organic and...
Proposal by: Leo Kay

The Acid House Of Ideas

Project Proposal: Bread, microbial and plant agency, fermentation, human evolution and collective ritual.

A month-long participatory exhibition centered around the building of a model house of ergot-inoculated rye bread; exploring the recent history of human alienation from the land; the creative...
mediamatic office Paul Cohen-Tannugi, Elise de Jong

Intro to Compost

How to compost at Mediamatic

Instructions for composting in the kitchen and bar: Cut larger food scraps into small pieces (~5cm length) Collect scraps in the white buckets Empty bucket in the green containers Press down with...
Festival: Mediamatic Biotoop

Japanese Knotweed Festival

Under European regulations, invasive exotic species are allowed to be radically eradicated. The City of Amsterdam, for example, is allocating 8 million euros to aggressively destroy Japanese knotweed.
Proposal by: Guy Vincent

Nothing Wasted

Project Proposal: Organic waste fermentation art experiment

Nothing Wasted is a compost installation that receives organic waste from the Mediamatic restaurant, as well as from the public passing by. It is treated using the bokashi method, which ferments...
Mediamatic Biotoop

Pickles: Co-design with Microbes

with Saskia Frederiks

Pickling vegetables is one of the oldest fermentation practices around. It is a rich source of antioxidants and is known for its sour and salty taste. During this workshop, you will learn to apply...
Mediamatic Biotoop

Milk Kefir: Co-design with Microbes

with Saskia Frederiks

You probably know yoghurt but have you ever heard of milk kefir? It's a zingy-drink made with a dairy culture or kefir grains. During this workshop, you will learn everything about milk kefir; what...
Exhibition: Mediamatic Biotoop

Fermentation Rack

23
Apr 2020

Each season different herbs, vegetables, and flowers will adorn this installation. From fermented garlic to Wax Begonia lemonade; come and have a sneak peek at what we serve in our restaurant.
Mediamatic Biotoop

Sauerkraut: Co-design with Microbes

with Saskia Frederiks

Sauerkraut is one of the oldest fermented foods that is around. Nowadays, most of the sauerkraut is made in one big factory. But did you know it is fairly easy to make it yourself? During this...
Mediamatic Biotoop

Water Kefir: Co-design with Microbes

with Saskia Frederiks

Learn everything about water kefir; what it is and how you can make it yourself. We will discuss the basic principles of fermentation and you will make your own water kefir that you can take home.
2020 Mediamatic Biotoop

Kimchi: Co-design with Microbes

with Saskia Frederiks

Have you been dreaming of being able to make your own kimchi? It is a delicious condiment, which brings fermented flavor of umami and tanginess, as well as beneficial microbes into your cooking .
Mediamatic Biotoop Elise Chalcraft

Elderflower Champagne 2.0

Popping champagne straight from the garden!

The first fermentation step for making Elderflower champagne started last week with a trial test of 20L! Here you can find the process, recipe, and some great action shots of the flowery business!
Mediamatic Biotoop Vera Catalano, Doudouce Knol

What does a day in the Aquaponics greenhouse look…

Morning The first thing we do in the morning is to check the pH in the subtank. The pH, a measure of how acidic the water is, determines the health of the fish, the creation of bacteria in the system
Food Experimentation

Our current food projects

Our kitchen is the extension of our minds and our hands, a place that never stops exploring. Being part of Mediamatic means the chefs can easily connect with the current art-projects and cultural...
Project: Natlab Annelies Wina Doom 16 Oct 2021

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Annelies Wina Doom @ Dutch Design Week

For the Inhuman Carnaval Costume Lab at Dutch Design Week DDW Eindhoven, Mediamatic asked A W Doom to help our participants gain some inspiration. She made a series of recorded explorations of the...
The food we serve

Locally sourced and plant-based

We offer a plant-based menu that is constantly changing following the seasonal availability of vegetables and using locally sourced products. The challenges that come from these limitations are used...
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Full programme overview 2020
Tempeh Tasting Adventures

Exciting our taste buds with a sustainable source of protein

Clean Lab Interns Elnaz and Magdalena delved into another series of testing and tasting Tempeh preparations.
The Nutritional Value of Acorns

What can acorns bring to the table?

Acorns - the fruits of the oak tree - have a remarkable nutritional profile that have great potential health benefits
Medusae

Jellyfish, one of the oldest living organism in the world, has existed in the world for at least 500 million years. However, we still know so little about them! This blog is a compilation of the...
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Thuisopdracht #3.2: Rare dingen koken (en opeten)

Mediamatic mist alle enthousiaste, nieuwsgierige en leergierige bezoekers ontzettend! Ook kunnen we ons goed voorstellen dat het thuis doorleren en samenwerken best uitdagend kan zijn... De...
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