Thursday, December 13, 2012

Apple Swans

Intro to CA students practicing their garnishing skills by making an apple swan.  We had a lot of laughs and they got very attached to their birds!  Check out the YouTube video link below to try one at home!!!

 









Friday, December 7, 2012

Garde Manger

Check out our fun Thai Mango Salads Lab!  We are on the Garde Manger unit and students have been exploring the science behind emulsifiers, the history of salads, and how to garnish.  Students in Intro haven't had the chance to plate a lot this year, but today they go to be creative.  The recipe is attached under the recipes link.  Enjoy!

Zucchini Noodles, Cilantro, and a Lime-Agave Vinaigrette Topped with Cucumber Ribbons and Sliced Mango

Period 1's Creation



Period 2's Creation




Students researching the cultures of different types of salads.

Students tasting salad greens and completing a sensory evaluation.

Students observing the differences between oil and vinegar dressing with and without an emulsifier.

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Holiday Cookie Party

Culinary students catered the December faculty meeting and made several types of cookies.  You can find the recipes by clicking on the recipes link on the side.  The theme the students chose was "milk and cookies".




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