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A Global Richness of Culinary Cultures Central to the course is a thorough exploration of classic culinary traditions worldwide. From Europe to Asia, Africa, and the Americas, you will investigate these traditions: Status and ritual in ancient Rome: Explore how Roman cuisine reflected social status and wealth through the dining customs of the affluent. The exquisite flavors of medieval Islamic cuisine: Discover how richly spiced Muslim dishes embody their cultural embrace of pleasure, presenting a vision of paradise. Aztec food culture: Delve into the Aztecs' lifestyle via their foods, rituals, and iconic ingredients like chilies and chocolate. Sumptuous dining in the Renaissance: Examine the elegance of Renaissance food culture. The genesis of French haute cuisine: Grasp the refined aesthetics of 17th-century French cooking. ""Scientific"" cooking in the 21st century: Discover molecular gastronomy—food innovations enhanced by technology to delight the palate. Instructor: Beck Fahey Dr. Beck Fahey is a passionate scientist who teaches a variety of classes at THE, covering everything from biochemistry to basketball and even cooking! She truly hopes her students develop a love for learning and eagerly shares her knowledge of science and education with the next generation. In her downtime, she enjoys exploring healthy foods, gardening, cooking, and spending time with her beloved cats and the great outdoors.
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