©Learning ZoneXpress1 COOKERY AND COMMON DISHES

COOKERY Prepare and cook food in a fast food restaurant with a limited menu. Duties of the cooks are limited to preparation of a few basic items and normally involve operating large-volume single-purpose cooking equipment. Following are examples of the tasks required for a cook, fast food position. For more detailed information including knowledge, skills, abilities, work activities, work context, job zone, interests, work values, work needs, and related occupations, ©Learning ZoneXpress2

Outback BARBECUE grillers would be the best with regards to grilled foods. You know that your own burgers, beef, and sea food taste incredible Cooking meat is basically best completed with a grilling with charcoal or gasoline BBQ grillers. Use much less to absolutely no oil whatsoever to truly taste the actual meat. Burgers tend to be best whenever grilled having a charcoal BARBECUE griller. The meat arrives having which tenderness that you could easily chew off. Together with your favourite toppings, burgers are simple to cook as well as feed for your guests. Just place them within buns plus they are all arranged. You may add a number of sauces as well as toppings such as lettuce, onions, pickles or even pickle thrive on, tomatoes, as well as cheese. Burgers tend to be always popular with the children. ©Learning ZoneXpress3

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Religion Hindus do not eat beef. Muslims do not eat pork; also they fast during Ramadan. Jews follow dietary restrictions to "keep kosher" (the laws of kashrut). Catholics dont eat meat on Fridays during Lent. ©Learning ZoneXpress5

Cultures Countries throughout the world have a mix of ethnic groups that have influenced their cuisine. Early explorers brought their foods, traditions, and eating habits with them. ©Learning ZoneXpress6

Lifestyles Families in these areas are traditionally close-knit. Children helping parents at home with the care of the family and providing an income is often needed. Old & new economies and technologies have influenced lifestyles. Industry, businesses and skyscrapers in contrast to rural farming. Great wealth and great poverty creates lifestyles of contrast. ©Learning ZoneXpress7

Mexico Characteristics of Cuisine: Corn, beans, and peppers are grown locally and are staple ingredients. Vegetables, fruits, and protein foods such as meat and seafood are used to create flavorful dishes. ©Learning ZoneXpress8 Mexican cuisine has developed from an abundance of native foods and the influence of the Aztec and Spanish population.

Mexican Foods Corn: since Aztec civilization, corn has been the basis of Mexican cuisine. Tortillas: made from cornmeal and water. Tamales: made from corn husks. Beans: Numerous varieties Most common bean dish is frijoles refritos (refried beans). Peppers: 30 different varieties from mild to hot. ©Learning ZoneXpress9

Central American Foods Chayote: Crisp, delicately flavored vegetable that is often sliced and simmered. Red Beans & Rice: Cooked with a spicy salsa. Plantain: Starchy food that looks like a large green banana. Fish Stew ©Learning ZoneXpress10

France Characteristics Cuisine: Meat shops, cheese shops and bakeries are in abundance for daily shoppers who like their food fresh. Cooking is considered an art in France. Dining is a leisurely occasion, usually consisting of several courses. ©Learning ZoneXpress11 France is the largest country in Western Europe.

Germany, Austria & Switzerland Characteristics of Cuisine: Meats are the foundation of German cuisine and are made in numerous ways from soups to hearty stews. Sausages originated in Germany and there are hundreds of different varieties. Cabbage, beets, and sauerkraut are popular vegetables. Dark, whole grain breads and fruit-filled pastry desserts. Swiss cheeses and meat for fondue. ©Learning ZoneXpress12 Neighboring countries that share a common language and similar food customs.

Italy Characteristics of Cuisine: Herbs, spices and other seasonings to enhance flavors. Pasta, the national dish of Italy. Rice, grown locally. Meat, used in small amounts to flavor food. Seafood, used in many dishes near the coastal regions. Pizza originated in southern Italy. 13 During the Renaissance, Italian cooking became the mother cuisine and spread around the world.

Italian Foods Antipasto: A variety of vegetables and meats served before the meal. Polenta: Cornmeal cooked in milk or water and sliced. Risotto: Grain dish made from rice. Cannelloni: Large pasta tubes filled with meat and cheeses, then baked in a sauce. 14

Web Resources (Food - ethnic cuisine) (lower right -Cuisines of the World) (Recipes – scroll down to country) (Departments - Global Destinations) (Click on a country, then choose Social Profile) (left column Escapes – choose a region) (Food & Drink world/regional cuisines - left hand column subjects) Warning: This site has unwelcome pop-up ads, but does have educational content. (general info about climate/topography and other quick statistics) For recipes of the country try: (SOAR Searchable Online Archive of Recipes classified by type or by country) (Home and Family – Cooking and Recipes) 15 Please note that web addresses are constantly changing and being updated. You may need to revise this list.