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Kitchen, which gained him an invitation from the Quotable Quote Prime Minister to visit 10 Downing Street. In June 2003, Oliver became a Member of the Having realised that in cooking there was a vast Order of the British Empire. In 2005, he opened field of study and development, I said to myself, a campaign, Feed Me Better, to introduce 'Although I had not originally intended to enter schoolchildren to healthier foods. This was later this profession, since I am in it, I will work in backed by the government. Soon after came the such a fashion that I will rise above the first branch of a restaurant chain, Jamie's ordinary, and I will do my best to raise again the Italian, in Oxford in 2008. His TED Talk won him prestige of the chef de cuisine.' the 2010 TED Prize.

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JAMIE OLIVER CHOCOLA TES

James Trevor Oliver Contibuted by Ms. Jessil Mathew; III MBE (born 27 May Semester 1975) is an English Chocolate is a typically sweet, usually brown chef and restaurateur. food preparation of Theobroma cacao seeds, His approachable roasted and ground. It is made in the form of a cuisine has seen him liquid, paste, or in a block, or used as a front numerous flavouring ingredient in other foods. television shows and open many The seeds of the cacao tree have an intense restaurants. Born and bitter taste and must be fermented to develop raised in Clavering, the flavour. After fermentation, the beans are Essex, he was educated in London before dried, cleaned, and roasted. The shell is joining Antonio Carluccio's Neal Street removed to produce cacao nibs, which are then restaurant as a chef. While serving as a ground to cocoa mass, unadulterated chocolate sous chef at The River Café, he was noticed by in rough form. Once the cocoa mass is liquefied Patricia Llewellyn of Optomen [1]and in 1999 by heating, it is called chocolate liquor. The the BBC aired his television show, The Naked liquor also may be cooled and processed into its Chef. This was followed by a first cook book, two components: cocoa solids and cocoa butter. which became a No. 1 UK bestseller. His Baking chocolate, also called bitter chocolate, television work included a documentary, Jamie's [The Gourmet] August 28, 2018 contains cocoa solids and cocoa butter in White chocolate: sugar, cocoa butter, milk or varying proportions, without any added sugar. milk powder, and vanilla

Types of chocolate Conching

Milk chocolate The penultimate process is called conching. A conche is a container filled with metal beads, Milk chocolate is sweet chocolate that also which act as grinders. The refined and blended contains milk powder or condensed milk. chocolate mass is kept in a liquid state by White chocolate frictional heat. Chocolate prior to conching has an uneven and gritty texture. The conching White chocolate, although similar in texture to process produces cocoa and sugar particles that of milk and dark chocolate, does not smaller than the tongue can detect. contain any cocoa solids. Tempering Dark The final process is called tempering. Dark chocolate is produced by adding fat and Uncontrolled crystallization of cocoa butter sugar to the cacao mixture. typically results in crystals of varying size, some or all large enough to be clearly seen with the Unsweetened naked eye. This causes the surface of the Unsweetened chocolate is pure chocolate liquor, chocolate to appear mottled and matte, and also known as bitter or baking chocolate. It is causes the chocolate to crumble rather than unadulterated chocolate: the pure, ground, snap when broken. roasted chocolate beans impart a strong, deep chocolate flavour. Raw chocolate, is always dark 10 TRADITIONAL CAKES and a minimum of 75% cacao. FROM AROUND THE WORLD

Processing Contributed by: Ms. Maria Joseph; II semester Cutting cocoa pods--- removing beans( ripen beans) from pods---- ferment for seven days----- 1. France: Galette Des Rois quick drying to prevent moulding---- climate and withering in sun for 5 – 7 days---- transported--- The English name of this cake would be the cleaned ---- roasted—graded. “King´s Cake”. Traditionally this cake is eaten after Christmas, during the first week of Blending January, although lately it has become so Chocolate liquor is blended with the cocoa popular that many sell it during the whole month. butter in varying quantities to make different types of chocolate or couvertures. The basic Essentially this cake is made of layers of buttery blends of ingredients for the various types of topped with powder sugar, which chocolate are: wrap around rich almond cream. Once everything has been prepared, it is baked until Dark chocolate: sugar, cocoa butter, cocoa the outer layer acquires a toasted look. liquor, and (sometimes) vanilla

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This type of cake is very traditional from the The Mawa is solidified milk obtained through the south-east of Germany, the Black Forest region. process of cooking the milk very slowly so that Although it is widely believed that the original the liquid evaporates. This Cake is especially form of this type of cake comes from traditional in Mumbai where the almost Switzerland, Germans have perfected it and disappeared Irani cafes that populated the city made it as famous as it is nowadays. would serve it. Those cafes could not survive the new chains and new age The cake itself is made of a few layers of restaurants, but their cakes still remain as one chocolate cake separated by cherries and of the favourite treats for Mumbaikars. topped by whipped cream, chocolate shavings and some more cherries for decorative 6. New Zealand & Australia: Pavlova purposes. A Swedish version of the Black Forest cake also exists, although it has little to do with Named after the famous Russian ballet dancer the original German recipe since it is made of Anna Pavlova, this meringue cake was created meringue and whipped cream. during her visit to New Zealand, although the origin of the dessert has always been a source 3. Turkey/ Greece: Revani of argument between Kiwis and Aussies. The Pavlova is cooked in many different ways, The Arabic world and especially Turkey are very usually being garnished with fruits, usually kiwis well known for the , a variety of sweets and strawberries. The addition of corn flour to made from dried fruits, layered pastry and the traditional meringue ingredients allows the honey. However, they have many other types of cake to have a crisp shell that covers a sweets and desserts, although they are not as marshmallow-like centre. well-known as the first one. 7. Mexico: Tres Leches Cake (Three Milks Revani is a moist cake elaborated with semolina, Cake) a bit of lemon. Orange syrup is usually used to make what otherwise would be a rather dry This moist, milk based sponge cake is cake into a smoother and tastier dish. Given the traditionally from Mexico, although it has connection and similarity between Greece and become a very popular cake all over South Turkey, this kind of cake appears in both America. The base of the dish is a butter sponge cuisines. cake that will later be soaked in three kinds of milk, condensed, evaporated and regular. 4. Japan: Mochi Usually it is topped with whipped cream or The Mochi is a traditional Japanese cake made Meringue. The combination is a very moist and of rice paste that is usually prepared in New rich cake, with a very different taste from usual Year’s Eve, although it can be found throughout sponge cakes. the whole year in different varieties like ice 8. : Vetkoek “Fat Cake” creams or even soups. Given the fact that the rice paste is easily moulded and can be Adopted from the first Dutch immigrants that combined with a wide range of ingredients, an arrived in South Africa around 1800s, the so- unlimited variety of Mochi cakes can be found. called “Fat cakes” have become very popular in the African country. This “cake” in reality is 5. India: Mawa Cake more like a pastry made from cake dough Mawa cakes are milk based cakes with a touch containing raisins and currants. That dough is of cardamom and nuts like almonds or cashews. moulded into small rounded balls and deep fried

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[The Gourmet] August 28, 2018 in oil to be finally topped with syrup, sugar or article will tell you the countries that are famous honey. The pastry can also be filled with jam, for their cooking recipes. These countries have cheese or even different types of meat to have a created a name for having the best foods. Food more savoury version. prepared in these countries largely depends upon the taste and culture of their residents. 9. Scotland: Dundee Cake But their meal is also appreciated by other The Dundee cake is a traditional Scottish fruit people in the world. Now almost all types of cake made with raisins and currants, although restaurants offer great variety in the menu. depending on the recipe different cherries can Their menus have foods from all countries. By also be used. Despite the spongy look, the eating the food from different countries, you can Dundee Cake has a very light texture and a very also estimate the culture and taste of their rich flavour. To add some flavour and moisture, people. Scottish whisky is usually added to the cake. Turkey The cake is usually decorated with almonds placed in concentric circles. Turkish history is related to the Ottoman Empire. Turkish cuisine is also the result of great 10. Italy: Panettone Ottoman Empire’s efforts. So, their meal is The Panettone is a traditional Italian sweet influenced by the cuisine of Middle Eastern bread loaf from the north of Italy. Despite countries. Turkish cuisine also has the European having a very similar texture to bread, it is cuisine’s influence. But Ottoman Empire considered as a dessert cake which is eaten at invented many new dishes that enriched the Christmas and on New Year’s Eve. Inside the Turkish food. Their meal is mostly cooked by Panettone we find several types of candied using the olive oil. As Turkey is rich in the fruits, as well as raisins. production of olive oil, so it is a great part of their meal. Cuisine is full of spices, and most Source: https://thethingsw ellmake.com/10- famous foods are kebab and kofte. There are traditional-cakes-from-around-w orld/ different recopies of kebabs. Fish is also an important part of their cuisine.

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American cuisine is influenced by the large BEST FOOD ACROSS THE GLOBE number of foreigners who come in America. But American’s chefs and cooking experts were so Submitted by Mr. Libin Joseph; III genius that they altered all foreign foods in their Semester style. Historically American fodder is like English Good and tasty meal is loved by everyone; no food. American’s like to eat sea fodder and person in the world can deny the fact that he or grilled meat. They also like instant meal ideas she does not like tasty and good cuisine. The that can be prepared quickly this thing led them world is crowded with many food restaurants. to fast foods. Americans are fast food, lovers. You can find meal anywhere because many Their modern fodder includes Hamburgers that people in the world are linked with the food’s have German origin, but American’s have done business. To eat the best and elegant food is great variations in it, so these are now regarded the wish of every person. But we feel difficulty as American cuisine, Pizza is also American food in finding which one is the best cuisine. This yet originally it is Italian food, but American’s have invented its many types and styles so

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[The Gourmet] August 28, 2018 regard it their fodder. Beer and Whiskey are also Greece fodder. Honey is usually used to add a part of American food. sweetness to the meal. Beverages like Wines are also part of Greece fodder. Japan India Japan is the world biggest producer of fish. That is the reason that Japanese fodder mostly Indian fodder has great variety according to the consist sea food. Sea fodder is a major part of cultures and taste of their residents. Their their cuisine. Grilled fish and sea people are very much conscious about making food are the fodder of Japan. Soy sauce is also a meal choices. In India, meal largely depends on major ingredient in the preparation of Japanese religious groups. Some are vegetarians, and meal. Boiled Rice is the stapled cuisine of the some are non-vegetarians. And Muslim here Japan. Japanese fodder is cooked with very little considers Halal meal. This thing has divided the oil as Japanese people do not like much oil. Indian fodder into two major parts. Beside this Japanese meal, its ingredients and way of Europeans and Mughals also had a great impact preparation are very different and amazing. on Indian cuisine recipes. Indian foods are also Japanese salads also include sea food. so much spicy. Potato is a stapled fodder for the Indians that was introduced by the Portuguese. China Spain Chinese fodder is liked by everyone in the world. Chinese cuisine has special meaning for meal Every food lover must be familiar with the lovers. Chinese fodder restaurants are now Spanish food. Spanish cuisine has great variety opened in many countries in the world. Chinese just because of different countries that meal is the result of thousands of years old conquered Spain at different times. Spanish food Chinese history. With the passage of time is mostly using the style of Roman Empire. preferences of people keep on changing and Roman Empire included the different dishes of now Chinese cuisine is loved in all over the Mushrooms in Spanish cuisine. World’s almost world. Chinese cuisine includes Rice, Sauces, 90% olive oil is produced in Spain so, Spanish Vegetables and Noodles as their staple fodder. food is prepared by using olive oil. Chinese desserts consist of eggs and milk. Noodles are the most liked Chinese fodder that Mexican is eaten in many countries of the world. Chinese Mexican cuisine is a mixture of different meal is not much spicy. It’s very simple and European countries food especially Spanish easy to cook. food. Mexican food consists of corn, beans and Greece chilli, etc. Along with this meat is also a great part of Mexican food. The meat of beef, chicken, Greece is rich in heritage and culture along with pork, goat, etc. is also eaten that is added by this Greece fodder is also among the countries the Spanish cuisine in Mexican food. Use of with the best meal. Greece meal is also known Cheese and other dairy products were also as Mediterranean cuisine. Their famous foods unknown to the Mexicans, but Spanish people are lemon juice, vegetables and grains, etc. introduced the use of Cheese here. Asian and Olive oil is also used for cooking. Yogurt, cheese African people also affected the Mexican are also added to increase the taste of cuisine. Cuisine. Mexican people relate food to the family Greece cuisine includes meat of lambs, hens, and social bonding. According to them, good rabbit, etc. Olive oil is a most prominent thing in

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[The Gourmet] August 28, 2018 food on different festivals will increase the love Ancient Romans called salad as ‘herba salata’ among families. which means ‘salted greens’.

France 4. What are the parts/components of a salad? Base/under liner (generally a leafy vegetable but French cuisine is very sophisticated and modern. these days rice, pasta and even fruits are used), It has a long history and especially taught in Body (Vegetables/Meat/Fish/Egg/Pasta), different cooking schools of the world. Preparing Dressing (Vinaigrette/Mayonnaise/Acidulated cream) and Garnish (Segments of fruits/nuts). French food is very different from other cuisines.

French people are famous for introducing French 5. What are the different types of salad? Fries to the world that are the most eaten food There are mainly two kinds of salads namely in the world. France has many dishes in their Simple/Plain salads and Mixed/Composite national cuisine like terrine and Bisque etc. salads. Cheese is also regarded as the invention of French people as they use cheese as their staple 6. Explain different types of salads with examples food. Wine is also presented with French foods. Simple/Plain salads-Salads with primarily one Italy main ingredient. E.g.-Cucumber salad and Beetroot salad. Italy is the country with the best food in the Mixed/Composite salads- Salads with more than world. Italian food is very impressive, and no one ingredient. E.g.-Caesar salad and Tuna salad. other cuisine can take a place of Italy’s food. Italian food includes olive oil, cheese and coffee, 7. What are Warm Salads/Salades Tièdes? etc. Italian taste coffee is known as espresso. These are normal salads finished with a warm Pizza is the invention of Italian people. Italian dressing instead of a cold dressing. They need chefs are very conscious in the preparation of to be served immediately once prepared as hot food they choose the best quality ingredients for hors d’oeuvre. Normally this salad feature fish or meat items. Chicken salad with warm cream and the preparation of Italian foods. Olive oil is coriander dressing is an example for the same. usually used for the cooking purpose in Italy.

8. What is a Bound salad? Source :https://www.mostluxuriouslist.com/top- Bound salad is a term used to denote salads ten-countries-with-best-food/ that are held together with the help of a dressing (generally mayonnaise).Example includes Tuna salad and Egg salad. Fun Facts 9. How salad can be served as a part of a meal? Salad could be served as a starter, entrée, side DID YOU KNOW? dish to a main course and dessert.

Compiled by: Mr. Varghese Johnson 10. Give few points that one need to consider if salad is offered as the main course 1. Who is credited with the invention of salads? Items rich in protein need to be included in the Romans were the first to make salads. salad For non-vegans, red meat and white meat could 2. Mention the origin of the word ‘salad’ be included The word ‘salad’ is taken from the Latin word For vegans, salad should comprise of greens, ‘sal’ which means ‘salted’. vegetables and fruits.

3. What was salad initially called?

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