Course Structure
Explore the rich history, vibrant cultural significance, and transformative power of spices as essential kitchen ingredient. The learning themes share a comprehensive discussion of how spice moved from being rare, sacred commodity to indispensable element of daily life. Spices are not just a kitchen ingredient they have shaped history, a commodity to trade, having significant cultural and spiritual influence on every continent across the world. We will explore the families of spice, and spice blends that are favoured by some regions of the world, to creating our own spice blends. Learn how these aromatic treasures shape cuisines and inspire creativity.
This course combines academic studies and research with hands on practical tasks to complete the learning opportunity, to a full flavoured experience.
Weekly topics include:
- The First Spice: Ancient Origins & Significance
- The Families of Spice
- Ode to Spice
- Variety is the Spice
This course could appeal to:
- Chefs looking to enhance their knowledge and expertise.
- Non-professionals interested in food heritage and tradition.
- Individuals who want to expand their knowledge of spices and their families, and or are interested in the health benefits of spices add to their food.
- Restaurant owners / café owners diversifying their menus.
- Entrepreneur / artisan producers looking for new opportunities
