On Saturday, October 3, the Science Festival took place at Petite-Terre High School. This fifth edition had the theme "Saveurs savantes" ("Scientific Flavors"), focusing on the sense of taste. The event aimed to engage the five senses and help participants better understand and discover the foods they consume daily. It brought together students, teachers, and visitors in an interactive and educational environment centered around the science of taste. The festival combined science, discoveries, and pleasure around the theme of taste. It was a national event that brought together several educational institutions, including high schools, middle schools, and primary schools. Each institution had the opportunity to present its experiments and share its scientific expertise with visitors. The objective was to highlight curiosity, experimentation, and scientific spirit among students. "The idea is to highlight scientific thinking, scientific concepts, and how to connect them to very concrete things. This year, the theme is 'Saveurs savantes'," stated Mrs. Levacher, deputy principal responsible for organizing the event. The event would not have taken place without the commitment of two teachers, one in life and earth sciences and the other in physics and chemistry, who actively participated in its organization. The mayor of Pamandzia also contributed by constructing an ancient traditional Mahoran kitchen, allowing participants to discover part of the island's cultural heritage. "It is also really extraordinary to return to the history of Mayotte. We also have the Mayotte dairy present," added Mrs. Levacher. Among the various stands offered, one was dedicated to the illusion of taste. Visitors were invited to taste several beverages with different flavors and had to try to identify their taste without being influenced by their appearance. This experience allowed for a better understanding of the role of the five senses and how the brain interprets the information it receives. "Seeing a drink of pink color, one might think it is strawberry, but that is not necessarily the case. For the brain, it intervenes through neurons: it is the one that captures the information. When it sees the color, it can directly think it is strawberry, but sometimes it can be mistaken. Regarding the nose, one can sometimes smell an odor, but when tasting, it is not necessarily the same thing," explained Saidali Hadija, a high school student. Several stands were present, including those from the private school Les Pitchounes Mongome and the Zéna M’Déré Middle School. Each stand offered unique experiments and demonstrations, showcasing the diversity of scientific exploration and the creativity of the students involved.