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College:
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College SA
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Course:
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Cross Cultural Cooking
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School:
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Hospitality
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Programme Type:
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College SA Certificate programme
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Partner Institute:
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Not applicable
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Award Type:
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Certificate
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Award Issued by:
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College SA
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Accredited by
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Not Applicable
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SAQA ID
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Not Applicable
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NQF Level
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Not Applicable
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Course Duration:
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3 - 6 months
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Entrance Criteria:
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Basic Literacy
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Fees:
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Click Here
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WHAT IS CROSS CULTURAL COOKING?
Cross Cultural Cooking explores the history of South African food and the impact the original cultures and colonists had on the food we eat today. The course explains some of the cultural food practices and the do’s and don’ts of each culture.
What makes this course in Cross Cultural Cooking so interesting?
The course includes a variety of recipes from each culture discussed in the Study Guide. Students receive a recipe book entitled The South African Illustrated Cookbook written by Lehla Eldridge. This recipe book contains a little background about the recipe and then also gives students the recipe to try themselves. Additional recipes have also been included in the Study Guide.
What topics does this course cover?
The course in Cross Cultural Cooking covers the following topics:
- The history of cuisine in South Africa;
- Traditional African, Traditional Afrikaans, Indian, Cape Malay and Portuguese cuisine; and
- The history of the specific food culture in South Africa;
The 'traditional' food of these cultures and different cultural food practices are discussed. In the case of Cape Malay cuisine, for example, the Study Guide also includes an interview with Zainie Misbach who offers the well-known Bo-Kaap Cooking Tour and whose family owns the famous Noon Gun Restaurant in the Bo-Kaap.
COURSE STRUCTURE SUMMARY
Cross Cultural Cooking consists of the following modules:
- College Orientation
- Cross Cultural Cooking
ASSESSMENT AND AWARD
You will need to submit an assignment, which will be used to determine competency. Once you have successfully completed the Portfolio of Evidence and assignment, you will be awarded with a College SA Certificate in Cross Cultural Cooking.
WHY SHOULD I STUDY CROSS CULTURAL COOKING?
Did you know that Bobotie was originally a Cape Malay dish? And do you know what ‘Skop’ or a ‘Smiley’ is? If not, this course will explain to you what the different traditional South African dishes are according to the various cultures in our country.
Whether you are someone who likes to entertain, someone interested in the history of food, in the catering business or just someone who loves cooking and experimenting, this course will have something valuable for you. The course will give you an insight into how cultures different from your own eat and view food in South Africa.
IS CROSS CULTURAL COOKINGTHE RIGHT COURSE FOR YOU?
Do this quick and easy questionnaire to find out if Cross Cultural Cooking is the right qualification for you. Answer either YES or NO.
- Do you enjoy cooking and entertaining?
- Do you currently work, or plan to work in the hospitality industry?
- Do you like meeting people from all walks of life?
- Are you interested in the history of food?
- Do you like experimenting with different flavours?
- Do you work with food preparation?
If you answered YES to more than three of these questions, then Cross Cultural Cooking is the RIGHT course for you. We recommend that you register for this course right away!
Call the College on 0800 21 23 22 to take the next step.
If you did not answer YES to more than five of the questions, then perhaps you should consider one of our other courses or fill in the Form at the bottom of this page and we will contact you. Alternatively, call the College on 0800 21 23 22 to speak to one of our friendly Student Registrars and they can help you determine which is the right course for you.
OTHER COURSES YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN
- Event Planning
- Entrepreneurship
- Catering
Call the College on 0800 21 23 22 to find out how you can register for one of these courses.
COURSE STRUCTURE: DETAILED OUTCOMES
College Orientation
This is the first Module that all students have to complete once they have registered with College SA. This Module is designed to introduce Students to the College. In this Module, you will learn more about how Distance Learning Works and what the best ways are to study to prepare for assessments.
- Section 1: Distance Learning with us
- What is expected of me as a student?
- College SA Pledge
- College SA Accreditation
- Section 2: FAQ’s Answered
- How do I track my study material?
- How do I apply for my student card?
- When do I get my next set of study material?
- How do I pay for my studies?
- How do I stop my debit order?
- Why do I get a calendar?
- Section 3: Studying
- Some advice
- Study tips
- What should I do when I fall behind?
- Assignments
- Plagiarism
- Preparing for exams
- Writing exams
- Section 4: Tactics for winning
- Assignment 1
Cross Cultural Cooking
- Overview of South African food history
- Glossary
- Traditional African food
- ‘Afrikaner’ food and Boerekos
- Braai, potjies and biltong
- Indian food
- Cape Malay food
- Portuguese food
INTERESTED? WANT TO FIND OUT MORE?
If you would like to find out more about Cross Cultural Cooking, fill in this short Form and then one of our friendly Student Registrars will respond to your questions and will provide you with all the information you need.
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