MODULE 4-Food Artistry
Activity 1: Food Artistry and Culinary Design: Pestil
Partner: CREATIVE STATION
Partner: CREATIVE STATION
Lesson Plan
Topic Overview
This lesson will delve into the intricacies of food artistry while connecting it with the traditional dish Pestil. Key topics covered include:
Food Artistry and Presentation
Culinary Arts: Pestil Preparation
Efficient Use of Kitchen Technology
Integration of STEAM in Culinary Practices
STEAM Area/Subjects:
Science: Investigating the preservation and nutritional aspects of Pestil.
Technology: Utilizing digital tools for food presentation and recipe optimization.
Engineering: Designing efficient kitchen workflows for preparing Pestil.
Mathematics: Calculating ingredient proportions and nutritional values.
Art: Exploring the artistic presentation and cultural symbolism of Pestil.
Learning Objectives
This module aims to achieve the following learning objectives:
Understand the principles of effective food artistry and presentation.
Appreciate the cultural significance of Pestil and its role in Turkish culinary traditions.
Analyze the relationship between kitchen layout, workflow efficiency, and culinary productivity.
Apply STEAM principles to design and optimize the preparation and presentation of Pestil.
Outcomes
By the end of this module, teachers should be able to:
Facilitate discussions on food artistry and its impact on culinary experiences.
Integrate cultural awareness and appreciation into culinary education through the exploration of Pestil.
Empower students to apply STEAM concepts to real-world culinary challenges.
Foster interdisciplinary connections between culinary arts, STEAM subjects, and cultural studies.
Activity 1:
Food Artistry and Pestil Presentation Challenge
Type of activity: Project-Based Learning
Necessary Materials:
Ingredients for Pestil (fruit pulp, sugar, water)
Kitchen tools (mixing bowls, measuring instruments, dehydrator or oven, safety gear)
Art supplies (plates, garnish, food-safe colors)
Digital tools for recipe adjustments and food presentation
Poster boards or presentation materials
Goals of the Activity:
Students will analyze and enhance the artistic presentation of Pestil.
Teams will collaborate to prepare Pestil, considering both practical and cultural factors.
Students will present their Pestil dishes, explaining their design rationale and choices.
Step-by-step description:
Introduction:
Introduce the Food Artistry and Pestil Presentation Challenge, providing background information on the dish Pestil and its cultural significance.
Group Formation:
Divide students into small groups and assign each group the task of preparing and artistically presenting Pestil.
Recipe Preparation:
Guide students through the process of making Pestil, focusing on the preservation and nutritional aspects.
Artistic Design:
Encourage students to explore creative ways to present Pestil using various artistic techniques and garnishes.
Facilitate group discussions and offer guidance as students develop and refine their presentations.
Presentations:
Have each group present their Pestil dishes to the class, explaining their design rationale and addressing questions from classmates.
Encourage peer feedback and reflection on the artistic value and cultural significance of each presentation.
Reflection:
Conduct a debriefing session where students reflect on the challenges and considerations involved in enhancing the artistic presentation of traditional dishes.
Check the understanding:
Assess students' understanding through group presentations, peer feedback, and a reflective discussion on the artistic and cultural significance of their Pestil presentations.
Skills developed
Critical thinking
Collaboration
Problem-solving
Artistic presentation
Cultural appreciation
Presentation skills
Pedagogical Approaches
Collaborative Learning
Project-Based Learning
Experiential Learning
Inquiry-Based Learning
Cultural and Environmental Awareness
Interdisciplinary Approach
Cross-Curricular Connections
Technology Integration
Digital tools recommendation
Content Creation and Editing:
Canva
Adobe Creative Suite
Filmora
Piktochart
Social Media and Content Sharing:
Instagram
YouTube
Pinterest
Reddit
Presentation and Visualization:
Microsoft PowerPoint
Google Slides
Prezi
Mentimeter
Project Management and Collaboration:
Asana
MS Teams
Zoom
Google Drive
Trello