Creative Menu Planning and Meal Preparation Guide
Explore the intricacies of menu planning, factors to consider when writing a menu, and the distinction between a la carte and table d'hote menus. Learn how to plan a family meal effectively while considering various factors like cost, event type, season, and dietary needs. Get insights into rules for menu planning and discover the differences between a la carte and table d'hote menus. Engage in interactive activities to enhance your menu planning skills and culinary knowledge.
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What we will learn.. To list the factors to consider when planning a meal To list the factors to consider when writing a menu To tell the difference between an a la carte menu and a table d hote menu To write a three course table d'hote menu
Planning a meal Imagine you are planning a meal for a family event. What would be important to think about ..
Discuss these factors Cost Type of Event Season Time of the day Time available for preparation Equipment available Nutritional balance Special diets
Rules for Menu Planning Read the question -how many courses are you asked to plan? Read the question -is it a-la-carte or table d hote menu? Draw a box for your menu. Present the menu neatly in the centre of the box. Include the method of cooking for each food (Roast potato, boiled broccoli) Include three food groups in each meal.
A La Carte Menu A large choice of dishes is offered Each item is pierced separately It is possible to just have just one course from this type of menu Can work out expensive if eating three courses
Table DHote Menu Set menu with an option of two or three courses Smaller selection of dishes in each course This type of menu works out cheaper
Work in pairs In pairs complete the following activities: Write a three course table d hote menu for a family occasion. Make this menu a poster for the classroom. Research some a-la-carte menus from the internet. Print a selection of these and make a poster for the classroom.
