Develop menus that reflect culinary trends.

Development should include

  • determining culinary trends
  • developing a menu based on meal-planning principles (e.g., color, shape, texture, temperature, size)
  • determining portion sizes.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

  • How has pop culture affected culinary trends?
  • What are the basic principles of meal planning?
  • How are portion sizes determined?

Communication

  • What resources can be used to investigate portion sizes?
  • What are some reliable sources that offer menu and meal-planning guides?

Leadership

  • Why is it crucial to think about color, shape, and texture when preparing a plate?
  • How can leaders involve employees in developing menus that reflect culinary trends?

Management

  • What moral responsibility does a food service operation have to prepare healthy food?
  • What information does management need to create successful menus for customers?