Types of Meals and the Classical Menu Pauli

Types of Meals and the Classical Menu Pauli p. 194 - 201 1

Learning objectives ü Name the various meal periods ü Explain the classical menu composition ü Apply modern meal compositions ü Structural approach to menu writing 2

Types of Meals : Breakfast Brunch Snacks Lunch Buffet meals Dinner Supper 3

Classical Meal Composition The classical meal composition has its origin around 1650 at the courts of the aristocrats. In the classical cuisine of the 18 th & 19 th centuries dishes were grouped and presented together similar to menus The classical menu composition evolved at the end of the 19 th century and typically had as many as thirteen courses 4

Classical Meal Composition 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Cold appetizer Soup Warm appetizer Fish Main course Warm entrée Cold entrée 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Sherbet Roast with salad Vegetable Dessert Savory Sweets 5

Modern Meal Composition The classical menu has changed not only in composition but also in the order of presentation. However tradition still has a role in the way menus are planned and written The types of meals and their importance vary from country to country The life-style and customs of guests have affected the way meals are served 6

Modern Meal Composition The central focus of todays menu is the main course, which is complemented by additional courses. Todays modern menu features; • Generally three to seven courses • Nutritional balance • Smaller portions 7

Modern Meal Composition Modern Menu Classic Menu • Cold Appetizer Cold appetizer, Cold entree • Soup • Warm Appetizer Warm appetizer, Fish, • Sherbet • Main course Warm entrée, vegetable, Savory Sherbet, Savory Fish, main course, Warm entrée, cold entrée, Roast with salad, vegetable • Savory Cheese • Sweets/Dessert Sherbet, Desserts, Cheese 8