Feeding communities
I can plan dishes and meals for different community groups.
Feeding communities
I can plan dishes and meals for different community groups.
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Key learning points
- Different community groups have specific food and dishes for special occasions and celebrations.
- A dish or meal can be planned and made for the needs of specific community groups.
- To feed groups of people, some dishes are more suitable as they can be cooked and kept in larger quantities.
- The act of being and eating together is important socially.
Keywords
Traditional - in this context, dishes and culinary practices that have been passed down through generations within a specific culture or region
Community group - a collection of individuals, often located in a specific geographic area, who unite to pursue shared interests
Cooking technique - a method or procedure used to prepare and cook food to make it edible and safe
Common misconception
Families from different cultures and communities only eat specific types of food.
Families from different cultures and communities enjoy a range of other foods, not just what is traditionally served.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.True or false? People in different communities follow different healthy eating advice.
Q2.Match where the following dishes are cooked:
on the hob in a wok
under the grill
in the oven
on the hob in a saucepan
in a steamer
Q3.Select the statements that are correct.
Q4.A food is a bad reaction to a food or ingredient.
Q5.Nutrition information labels can help us to make healthier choices. For example, we can choose foods that are:
Q6.Leftover food, such as curry, should be cooled quickly, stored in the fridge, and eaten within __________ days (one day for rice).
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.True or false? Families from different cultures and communities only eat specific types of food.
Q2.Match the important event or celebration:
haggis and ‘neeps and tatties’
sandwiches and scones
dumplings, noodles, and spring rolls
vegetable curries and gulab jamun
Q3.Nigerian communities may traditionally celebrate weddings and birthdays with __________, __________ (fried dough balls), and __________ (made with melon seeds).
Q4.True or false? When you plan food for someone's needs it shows respect for their culture, religion or health.
Q5.Match the cooking techniques with the dishes:
curries, paella, soups, chillies
lasagne, roast vegetables, jerk chicken, quiches
rice, pasta, potatoes
Greek, tabbouleh, naan, focaccia