Foods

Prerequisite: in Grade 9 or higher

Whether or not you took Food Studies in Grade 8, you are invited to develop and explore a passion for learning how to develop your culinary skills! In this course, students will build upon the basics from Food Studies 8 by undertaking a journey through the world of food. Having an open mind to try new recipes and foods is key. In Food Studies 10, students will learn to use more advanced cooking techniques and tools, as well as be able to explore their creative sides in the kitchen. Students will also discover new flavors and learn how to work together in a group to produce tasty dishes and treats.

Prerequisite: Food Studies 10 or Culinary Arts 10

This course allows you to continue to develop and explore your passion for food! It provides a more advanced study, both theoretical and practical, into the principles and techniques of food management and preparation. Students will be exposed to various types of cooking, gourmet food preparation and nutrition. Exercise your culinary talents and become the Iron Chef of your own kitchen!

Prerequisite: Food Studies 11 or Culinary Arts 11

This course is for food enthusiasts who are eager to improve their food preparation skills. Students will be given the opportunity to plan meals and choose their own recipes. A culinary tour of the world’s finest foods is always popular, as well as the opportunity to explore new and exciting entertaining ideas.

Prerequisite: in Grade 10 or higher

This course provides students with training and experience in marketable skills useful in a variety of commercial food services taught by a Red Seal chef.  It enables students to gain experience and work co-operatively in the preparation and serving of food for the school cafeteria. Units of study include: kitchen safety, vegetable cookery, hygiene and sanitation, desserts and baking, pastry, food service  control of food waste, receiving and storage of foods, portion control, selection of recipe/converting recipes, basic sauces, soups and stocks, basic salads and sandwiches, cutting poultry and meat. 

Prerequisite:  in Grade 11 or 12, Food Studies 10 or Culinary Arts 10 recommended

You will be expected to take on more of a leadership role in the kitchen, lead a team of new cooks, and act as a mentor to them.  Students are expected to display a higher maturity level with students and take on more responsibility in the kitchen.

Prerequisite:  in Grade 12, Food Studies 11 or Culinary Arts 11 recommended

You will be expected to take on more of a leadership role in the kitchen, lead a team of new cooks, and act as a mentor to them.  Students are expected to display a higher maturity level with students and take on more responsibility in the kitchen.

Prerequisite: Food Studies 11 or 12 or Culinary Arts 11 or permission of instructor

Do you love to bake? Are you wanting to challenge and expand your baking skills learned previously in other Foods Studies courses? A variety of pastry and baking techniques will be explored in this course as students apply the principles and elements of design to their artistic baked goods. Course topics include an introduction to the elements and principles of design, creative baking, cookie sculpting, candy and chocolate making, artisanal breads, pastries, fondant and buttercream cake decorating, and gifts from the kitchen. This course is for the serious baker, or for those who may be considering a career in the baking and pastry arts industry.