Review the field of special-event planning from formal catered events to meetings and conventions. Emphasis is on learning to design cost-effective ventures. The class includes contract negotiations, layouts, presentations and final delivery. Operation of trade shows, festivals and smaller community events also is covered. Develop the culinary skills needed to prepare professional catered events.
Course includes pre-event planning, food preparation and storage, portion control and holding times.
Students increase their presentation skills by working on garnishing, deli platters, appetizers, fruit carving and beginning pastry work. Enrollment limited to 20. Explore the growing field of specialty and exotic foods. Students combine taste testing and recipe production in class with a field trip to area gourmet markets. Emphasis is on identifying current trends in specialty food items and incorporating them into menus.