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Course Description
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Course Name
Italian Product Knowledge
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Host University
Florence University of the Arts - The American University of Florence
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Location
Florence, Italy
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Area of Study
Culinary Arts
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
Culinary Arts Majors only
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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Credits
3 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This course offers an overview of traditional Italian ingredients, prepared goods, dairy products, and Italian specialties. The course explores both fresh, prepared, and preserved foods and focuses on the products that represent an important cultural background for traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine. Emphasis is placed on the analysis of the Slow Food movement and how it contributes to preserving the gastronomical heritage of Italy, a country known for being a landmark of quality food. Students will also learn how to evaluate products for taste, texture, smell, appearance, and other quality attributes. Lectures will also be dedicated to the knowledge of unique Italian liqueurs and wines. This course also features a field learning component in relevant Italian locations to supplement and enrich academic topics.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.
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Availability of courses is based on enrollment numbers. All students should seek pre-approval for alternate courses in the event of last minute class cancellations