Become a wine enthusiast and decipher the many complexities revealed in wine by developing the ability to pair food and wine in today`s culinary world. Whether planning to entertain in the comfort of ones home, preparing for a business dinner meeting or developing food and wine menus for restaurants or special events, understanding how to pair food and wine is invaluable and a life skill. This course will explore the significance of food and drink by examining fundamental concepts of wine history, tradition and culture. Students will learn about terroir, wine terminology, production, storage, selection and how wine is properly served.
In conjunction with wine education, culinary students will participate in a variety of hands-on labs that will explore the complexities of wine and its interactions with food. Students will prepare and sample a variety of diverse food and wines and prepare a variety of appetizers to match with selected wines and host a food and wine tasting event.