Food Studies

FOOD STUDIES 11 (MFOOD-11)

The main focus is planning and preparing nutritious foods for individuals, groups, and families. Topics include food preservation, seasonal foods, baking, meal preparation, and special occasion foods. Students will explore and analyze environmental and health issues related to food and the food industry.

FOOD STUDIES 12 (MFOOD-12)

The main focus of this course will be preparing food with consideration to presentation, time, cost, nutrition, appeal, appropriateness, equipment, and cooking skills. When possible, students will work cooperatively to extend their skills out into the community. Human nutrition, food issues, and environmental concerns will be incorporated into the course.

FOOD STUDIES 11 AND 12: INDIGENOUS FOCUS (MFOOD-11---FN / MFOOD-12---FN)

The main focus of this course is to connect with the land and the gifts of nourishment the Earth provides. Students will learn about the foraging, harvesting, processing and preservation practices that are relevant to the season. The students will get plenty of opportunities to learn how to create fresh meals with locally sourced food. Although this course is based on Indigenous practices, it does NOT meet the requirements for an Indigenous focused course for graduation.