5 Questions
What does cookery involve according to the text?
Mixing of ingredients, application and withdrawal of heat, decision making, technical knowledge, and manipulative skills
What is denoted by the word 'cuisine' in French?
The art of cooking and preparing dishes
What does 'food preparation' denote in professional cookery?
Preparation and cooking
What has spurred 'food-savvy' customers' interest in other countries' food and restaurants?
Increased exposure to other countries' food and restaurants
What is considered to be both an art and technology according to the text?
Cookery
Study Notes
Cookery and Cuisine
- Cookery involves planning, preparation, and presentation of food.
- The French word 'cuisine' denotes a style of cooking characterized by its unique ingredients, techniques, and presentation.
Food Preparation
- In professional cookery, 'food preparation' denotes the transformation of raw ingredients into a consumable meal.
Global Interest in Food
- Increased travel and global connectivity have spurred interest in other countries' food and restaurants among 'food-savvy' customers.
Cooking as an Art and Technology
- Cooking is considered to be both an art and technology, requiring creativity and technical skills to produce a high-quality dish.
Test your knowledge on the fundamentals of cookery with this quiz covering the first unit of the 1st semester food production course. Explore the basics of food preparation, chemical processes, heat application, and the art of cookery. Master the technical knowledge and manipulative skills essential for success in the culinary world.
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