CUL 245 : Modern Cooking Techniques

This course introduces students to different techniques and equipment used in avant-garde cooking. Students explore how classical cooking techniques evolve using modern technology. Students refine their cooking and plating skills and apply advanced culinary techniques to prepare a variety of highly creative and thought-provoking menus in a la carte setting while emphasizing current upscale fine dining industry practices. Participation in culinary functions is required. Prerequisite(s): CUL 111. One lecture hour and five laboratory hours per week. Instructional Support Fee applies.