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#14488 Food Preparation & Serving - Paper Plates to Silver Spoons: The Complete Guide to Table Manners (Run time 38 min.) DVD $39.95
This entertaining video takes both a serious and a humorous look at the importance of learning table manners. Viewers see the benefits of learning proper techniques so that they become natural rather than using correct manners only on special occasions. Starting with a discussion of different kinds of meal settings, utensils, and the order in which they are used, viewers are taken through the steps of a meal. This entertaining production illustrates the importance of a good posture, how to hold and use utensils, and how to be prepared for conversation. The program shows the correct way to eat most common foods (salads, soups, breads, steaks, desserts, etc.). Viewers learn what to do when faced with tricky situations-a drink is spilled or a utensil dropped, food is offered which they don't or can't eat, a question is asked and their mouth is full, a situation arises and they don't know what to do, and much more! This video covers both formal and informal occasions and teaches manners that will assure confidence in any dining situation. A Cambridge Educational Production. (38 minutes)
#14664 Food Preparation & Serving - Sisters Wedding Cake Decorating (Run time 47 min.) DVD $39.95
View step-by-step instructions for making beautiful wedding cakes. Learn about the tools, the amount of cake mix and icing needed for cake sizes, and tricks of the trade for creating edible masterpieces. A Cambridge Educational Production. One 47-minute video.
#14665 Food Preparation & Serving - Sisters Cake Decorating Made Fun and Easy! (Run time 46 min.) DVD $39.95
This step-by-step introduction to cake decorating covers the basics. The decorators have over forty years' experience and the techniques are excellent with good close-ups of procedures described. Covers basic equipment, ingredients, and techniques for producing a variety of cakes including birthday cake, doll cake, bridal shower, Halloween, and Santa face. Includes shortcuts, dos, don'ts, and detailed techniques for making borders, flowers, and more! A Cambridge Educational Production. One 46-minute video.
#25865 Food Preparation & Serving - Measuring Solids and Liquids (Run time 8 min.) DVD $45.95
Review of equipment to use for best results, including a demonstration of measuring techniques for solid, liquid, and dry substances. (8 min.) A Meridian Production.
#25316 Food Service - Employee Skills (Run time min.) DVD $45.95
Instructs students how to prepare for a job interview with a potential employer. Basic food service job skills are discussed along with appropriate work behavior, professional appearance, and suitable attitude. Viewers will be able to apply practical ideas to the job search as well as in the workplace. They will also see what employers want in an applicant and use that knowledge to get a good job in the food service industry. (9 min.) A Meridian Production.
#25819 Food Service - Management Skills (Run time min.) DVD $45.95
This video includes the planning, organization, and controlling factors required in Food Service Administration. Candidates must have good math skills, be able to adapt, be organized, and have the ability to manage people. Administrative duties may include waste management, portion control, vendor costs, seasonal variables, and profits. Record keeping and computer skills are also covered. (9 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26239 Food Service - Safety and Sanitation (Run time 10 min.) DVD $45.95
Familiarizes viewers with some practical, commonsense methods of making a food service job site safe and clean. Sanitation is the science of maintaining a clean, germ-free food production environment. The goal is to prevent food from becoming contaminated or dirty or harmful to eat. Employers are responsible for providing a safe workplace, but employees have a responsibility to maintain safe and sanitary practices on the job. These employee responsibilities are emphasized, along with regulations which are determined by local health departments. (10 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26102 Food Preparation & Serving - Preparing Vegetables (Run time 12 min.) DVD $49.95
Healthy, delicious, and appealing...whether raw or cooked...vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet. This video examines various ways to prepare vegetables to retain nutritive value, color, texture, and flavor. Details simmering, steaming, baking/roasting, microwave, and other methods. A Meridian Production. (12 min.)
#26268 Food Preparation & Serving - Selecting and Storing Meats (Run time 8 min.) DVD $49.95
(8 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26287 Food Preparation & Serving - Setting the Table (Run time min.) DVD $49.95
Three main types of table settings are described and shown: 1) family style, 2) buffet style, 3) formal service. Items are added one at a time to reinforce order of settings. (11 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26399 Food Preparation & Serving - Substituting Ingredients (Run time 10 min.) DVD $49.95
One 10-minute video. A Meridian Production.
#26658 Food Preparation & Serving - Timing and Organization in Food Preparation (Run time 10 min.) DVD $49.95
How do you get a meal to the table...piping hot and ready to eat...at the right time? Luck? Actually, it's all in the timing and this video provides the viewer with five basic steps to help develop this skill. (10 min.) A Meridian Production.
#24946 Food Service - Career Opportunities (Run time 14 min.) DVD $49.95
Presents an overview of careers across the food service industry. Includes cooks, chefs, wait staff, counter attendants, short-order cooks, dishwashers, hostesses, bookkeepers, and others. The program also provides information on education, training, preparation, and benefits. (14 min.) A Meridian Production.
#36504 Food Service - Restaurant Orientation (Run time 14 min.) DVD $49.95
Filmed onsite at a variety of popular Philadelphia eating places, this program does an excellent job of giving viewers an overall sense of what it's like to work in the restaurant industry. Composed of a kaleidoscope of fast-paced, highly informative sound bites, Restaurant Orientation communicates the restaurant experience through the people who know it best: waiters, bartenders, managers, owners, hosts, busboys, dishwashers, and cooks and chefs of every type. Comments run the gamut: pay, hours, employee skill sets, career paths, motivations for working in the business-the upside and the downside, as viewed from the inside. (14 minutes)
#36653 Food Service - Restaurant Orientation-in Spanish (Run time 14 min.) DVD $49.95
Filmed onsite at a variety of popular Philadelphia eating places, this program does an excellent job of giving viewers an overall sense of what it's like to work in the restaurant industry. Composed of a kaleidoscope of fast-paced, highly informative sound bites, Restaurant Orientation communicates the restaurant experience through the people who know it best: waiters, bartenders, managers, owners, hosts, busboys, dishwashers, and cooks and chefs of every type. Comments run the gamut: pay, hours, employee skill sets, career paths, motivations for working in the business-the upside and the downside, as viewed from the inside. (14 minutes)
#25908 Food Preparation & Serving - Microwave Cooking (Run time 11 min.) DVD $52.95
Beyond re-heating and defrosting, microwaves provide easy and nutritious meals in a fraction of the time. This video demonstrates cooking techniques, safe utensils, and other factors that affect microwave cooking. (11 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26100 Food Preparation & Serving - Preparing Meats (Run time 12 min.) DVD $52.95
(12 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26101 Food Preparation & Serving - Preparing Seafood (Run time 13 min.) DVD $52.95
(13 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26133 Food Preparation & Serving - Quickbreads (Run time 13 min.) DVD $52.95
Examples of the 3 types of quickbreads...pour batters, drop batters, and doughs...are given along with the muffin and biscuit methods of preparing quickbreads. Also includes tips on preparation and storage. (13 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26267 Food Preparation & Serving - Selecting, Storing, and Preparing Poultry (Run time 12 min.) DVD $52.95
(12 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26269 Food Preparation & Serving - Selecting and Storing Seafood (Run time 12 min.) DVD $52.95
(12 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26336 Food Preparation & Serving - Small Utensils for the Kitchen (Run time 13 min.) DVD $52.95
Utensils are designed to add speed and ease in food preparation. Since there are literally hundreds of utensils from which to choose, this video shows a sampling of basic, non-electric kitchen tools for the most commonly performed tasks and demonstrates how to use them. Among the selection are the apple corer, baster, bottle/can opener, cutting boards, various types of knives, and measuring utensils. A Meridian Production. (14 minutes)
#25254 Food Preparation & Serving - Edible Art: Basic Cake Decorating (Run time 17 min.) DVD $57.95
One 16-minute video. A Meridian Production.
#25561 Food Preparation & Serving - Herbs and Spices (Run time min.) DVD $57.95
One 17-minute video. A Meridian Production.
#25447 Food Service - Food Preparation (Run time 17 min.) DVD $57.95
Includes an overview of preparation techniques for all areas of food service including entrees, salads, and bakery. Also included is information on all forms of food service presentation: tableside, buffet, cafeteria, and catering. (18 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26265 Food & Kitchen Safety - Selecting and Storing Fruits and Vegetables (Run time 12 min.) DVD $59.95
How do you tell if a banana's ripe? Is it OK to buy apples and cut out the bruises? Will a tomato or a pear continue to ripen? Can anyone really pick a ripe watermelon? Should grapes be washed? Different fruits and vegetables need different kinds of selection guidelines and storage procedures. Viewers of this video will learn how to properly select many types of fruits and vegetables; how to determine quality and ripeness; what is and is not acceptable in appearance; and how to store fresh items. (12 min.) A Meridian Production.
#29569 Food Preparation & Serving - Favorite Family Recipes: Quickbreads (Run time 18 min.) DVD $59.95
Learn what makes quickbreads different from yeast breads, the key ingredients for the four different types of quickbreads, how to identify the proper texture of a quickbread when it's done baking, and more. This video tells you everything you'll need to know to produce your own quality quickbreads. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. A Meridian Production. (18 minutes)
#34220 Food Preparation & Serving - Bringing It to a Boil: Moist Cooking Methods and Food Storage (Run time 27 min.) DVD $59.95
There's more to boiling than heating up water! This step-by-step guide highlights eight essential cooking methods that use moist heat: blanching, parboiling, simmering, poaching, braising, stewing, steaming, and even microwaving. The best choices of utensils, how different techniques affect tenderness and flavor, and how to preserve food's nutritional value are covered too, with explanations of commercial preparation and storage systems like cook-chill, cook-freeze, and sous-vide. The result is an authoritative, well-organized resource for culinary arts or food technology students. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. (27 minutes)
#34221 Food Preparation & Serving - Turning Up the Heat: Basic Dry Cooking Methods (Run time 29 min.) DVD $59.95
Baking, barbequing, toasting, or roasting-if it's a dry heat cooking method, this high-energy guide has it. The essentials of wokking, sauteing, and vat frying get plenty of attention here, as well as a wide range of grilling and baking techniques. Focusing on choosing the proper utensils, being aware of color and texture, and maintaining nutritional value, the video also lays out safety tips for deep frying and other cooking approaches that use hot oil or gas ignition. All in all, this is an outstanding resource for secondary or professional courses, designed for both commercial and domestic settings. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. (29 minutes)
#35196 Food Preparation & Serving - Recipe for Success: The Culinary Arts in High Schools (Run time 22 min.) DVD $59.95
Never underestimate the educational value of chocolate ganache! This ABC News report profiles the Careers in the Culinary Arts Program, a groundbreaking curriculum that teaches students the craft of fine cuisine-and important life skills along the way. The documentary visits the Queens high school where this nationwide teaching trend began, interviewing one of its graduates-now a successful Manhattan chef who says cooking classes made school worth finishing. Also featured is Richard Grausman, the man who founded C-CAP. Use this inspiring video to show students the wide variety of academic and vocational possibilities open to them. (22 minutes)
#35735 Food Service - Catering Skills: Setting the Scene (Run time 28 min.) DVD $59.95
Whether it's a formal business lunch or a casual garden-party buffet, a catered meal requires careful planning. This video immerses students in the world of commercial meal preparation, covering a wide range of strategic issues that professional caterers must consider. Master chef Richard Dodson explains how to achieve the proper variety of dishes, determine dietary requirements, calculate portion sizes, and price menus. Server professionalism is also featured, including the best methods for setting tables, placing crockery and cutlery, folding napkins, carrying several plates, and clearing tables. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. (28 minutes)
#35736 Food Service - Catering Skills: Behind the Scenes (Run time 25 min.) DVD $59.95
Exploring an array of culinary skills, this video enables viewers to create dishes for a fully catered meal. Grounding students in the elements of plate composition-color, texture, height, and balance-the program demonstrates entree and dessert presentation with elegant examples of smoked salmon, roast turkey, blue-eye fillet, and lemon tart. Detailed instruction is also given in basic and extended garnishes, and in the fundamentals of knife organization, handling, cleaning, and sharpening. Instruction from master chef Richard Dodson makes each concept easy to understand and put into action. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. (25 minutes)
#35138 Food & Kitchen Safety - Food Safety (Run time 21 min.) DVD $69.95
The simple fact is most food-borne illnesses can be avoided by applying common sense at every meal and snack break. This video illustrates how to shop for the freshest foods, store them wisely, and prepare them correctly. Topics include signs of freshness and contamination; proper storage in the refrigerator, freezer, and pantry; ways to safely thaw frozen foods; how to avoid cross-contamination; the optimal temperatures for cooking meats and poultry; and the right way to store and reheat leftovers. "Use by" and "sell by" dates and what they mean to consumers are also addressed. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Correlates to National Standards for Family and Consumer Sciences Education, National Health Education Standards, National Science Education Standards, and National Educational Technology Standards. A Meridian Production. (21 minutes)
#35139 Food & Kitchen Safety - Food-Borne Illness (Run time 24 min.) DVD $69.95
No one wants a burger with a side of salmonella or a taco topped with E. coli, but that's what you can get when food isn't prepared correctly. This video describes common-and serious-food-borne illnesses, how they're spread, and how they can be prevented through careful food handling and proper food preparation. Salmonella, Campylobacter jejuni, Escherichia coli, and shigella are discussed, along with botulism, listeriosis, and viruses like hepatitis A. Tips for selecting safe food at the market and the optimal temperatures for cooking meats and eggs are covered as well. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Correlates to National Standards for Family and Consumer Sciences Education, National Health Education Standards, National Science Education Standards, and National Educational Technology Standards. A Meridian Production. (24 minutes)
#35140 Food & Kitchen Safety - Kitchen Safety (Run time 17 min.) DVD $69.95
The kitchen is a warm and welcoming place, but there are dangers. Make your students aware of them with this video. Using examples and what-if situations, it explains how to safely use and store knives; how to operate small appliances and the stove without accidents; how to prevent bruises, shocks, and burns; and how to put out a fire (and when to simply evacuate and call 911!). The first step to avoiding kitchen catastrophes is awareness. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Correlates to National Standards for Family and Consumer Sciences Education, National Health Education Standards, National Science Education Standards, and National Educational Technology Standards. A Meridian Production. (17 minutes)
#35467 Food & Kitchen Safety - Lost in the Supermarket (Run time 27 min.) DVD $69.95
Too many people shop for groceries without a clue about what they really want or need. In this video, Mike Colameco, producer and host of PBS's Colameco's Food Show, helps students keep their brains turned on after they enter the supermarket. Mike demonstrates that smart food purchases-accomplished on a reasonable budget-will lead to healthy and flavorful meals. With a well-organized shopping list, Mike walks viewers through the aisles of a grocery store, teaching them how to compare prices, find bargains, read nutrition labels, and determine the proper quantity to buy so as to avoid waste. A focus on organic foods is also included. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Correlates to all applicable state and national standards. A Meridian Production. (26 minutes)
#35468 Food & Kitchen Safety - Welcome to the Kitchen (Run time 23 min.) DVD $69.95
Is it time to cook? Not until the right tools are at hand and the kitchen is clean and safe! In this video, Mike Colameco, creator and host of PBS's Colameco's Food Show, illustrates smart cleaning and storage methods and their importance in cooking. Mike provides essential facts on food-borne illnesses, as well as the correct use of knives, food processors, and cutting boards. Explaining how easily food poisoning can occur, Mike shows how to set up and protect the cooking area, and reveals his techniques for safe chopping, cutting, slicing, dicing, and mincing. He also covers the use of processors and blenders for large food quantities, and discusses why more than one cutting board is usually needed. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Correlates to all applicable state and national standards. A Meridian Production. (23 minutes)
#35469 Food & Kitchen Safety - Cooking 101 (Run time 25 min.) DVD $69.95
Most young people know how to open the refrigerator-but how many have the confidence to cook up a square meal? In this video, Mike Colameco, producer and host of PBS's Colameco's Food Show, offers empowering, easy-to-follow lessons for students who are intimidated by the kitchen. Mike guides viewers through the creation of two nutritious, tasty meals: pork loin with potatoes and spinach, and good old-fashioned spaghetti and meatballs. Along with step-by-step demonstrations of basic cooking techniques, Mike also breaks down each meal by cost-emphasizing that home cooking is low-stress, easy on the budget, and the best way for students to control what they eat. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Correlates to all applicable state and national standards. A Meridian Production. (24 minutes)
#25792 Food Preparation & Serving - Light Is Right: Cooking for Health (Run time 93 min.) DVD $69.95
One 93-minute video. A Meridian Production.
#26488 Food Preparation & Serving - Taste and Flavor: The Inside Story (Run time 9 min.) DVD $69.95
One of the joys of eating is savoring flavorful, tasty food. But what we perceive as "taste" is actually much more. This video explores the difference between what we know as taste and flavor, including taste buds and sense of smell, as well as how our taste changes as we become older. (10 min.) A Meridian Production.
#37022 Food Preparation & Serving - The Art of Food Presentation (Run time 22 min.) DVD $69.95
To any good cook, a meal is more than food-it's a form of visual self-expression. This video demonstrates techniques used by professional chefs to create and serve food that pleases the eye as well as the taste buds. The principles of color, shape, texture, and arrangement are explained, in addition to garnish and plate choices that can make or break a dish. Flavor, which must work in conjunction with visual design, is also a crucial topic. Incorporating real-world presentation demos from professional chefs, the video gives students essential guidance in completing delicious culinary works of art. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Correlates to all applicable state and national standards. A Meridian Production. (22 minutes)
#26483 Food Service - Table Setting: Banquets to Barbecues (Run time 10 min.) DVD $69.95
In our busy schedules it's easy to grab a fork and a paper plate and stand at the kitchen counter to eat. But, it's nice to know the basics. This video reviews the techniques of the various table settings including family-style and buffet. It also reviews the difference between formal and informal settings, and touches on creating a pleasant atmosphere at mealtime. (10 min.) A Meridian Production.
#35738 Food Service - Daily Cafe Operations (Run time 27 min.) DVD $69.95
The Provisions Cafe is known for its great coffee, food, and atmosphere. This case study takes viewers behind the scenes at the Provisions, illustrating the procedures and best practices that make for a well-run, successful cafe. Using high-energy visuals and detailed interviews with the Provisions' owner/manager, the program explores a typical day in the life of the cafe-including early morning kitchen and front-of-house set-up, preparations for the breakfast and lunch crowds, supply orders and deliveries, closing procedures, and the nightly cash tally. Step-by-step guidance in cafe-specific skills, such as the making of lattes and cappuccinos, is also included. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. (27 minutes)
#11103 Food & Kitchen Safety - Food Safety: What You Don't Know Can Hurt You (Run time 11 min.) DVD $72.95
Can defrosted leftovers be refrozen? What is trichinosis? And if a pan catches fire, what is the best way to put it out? This concise program explains the importance of proper food handling, storage, and cooking in order to prevent spoilage, waste, and potential food poisoning. Good kitchen safety habits are detailed as well, which can help in avoiding common accidents. A Meridian Production. (12 minutes)
#25110 Food & Kitchen Safety - Cooking for One or Two (Run time 10 min.) DVD $74.95
Single adults or couples face some challenges in learning to prepare smaller, healthy, nutritious meals-especially if working on a limited budget. Eating out is an option, but it can be expensive. On the other hand, who wants to come home every night and heat a can of soup! This video covers menu planning, shopping, meal preparation, and nutrition for smaller households. Special emphasis is placed on the quantity of food purchased as well as tips that will help viewers select and store food easily and efficiently. We'll see a variety of menus and learn how to purchase food items that can be used for several meals. We'll also discuss how to shop when cabinet and freezer space are limited. What a great way to plan and cook healthy nutritious meals in smaller portions while becoming a good consumer! (13 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26237 Food & Kitchen Safety - Safe and Sanitary Dishwashing (Run time 13 min.) DVD $74.95
Dishes will always be with us. And unless we live with our mothers for the rest of our lives or eat off of paper plates, most of us will have to wash them at some point. So, how hard can it be? Safety concerns in the kitchen have made this video necessary. We take a look at dishwashers and include information on loading, water temperature, cycles, types of supplies, and special cleaning problems. We also look at washing dishes by hand including pre-treatment, water temperature, techniques, drying (which is better-rack or dishtowel?) and other areas. Even though everyone takes washing dishes for granted, the only way to eliminate the spread of germs is through proper cleaning and this video does an excellent job of providing information in a humorous and entertaining manner. (12 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26113 Food Service - Professional Careers in the Food Industry (Run time 17 min.) DVD $74.95
Professional Careers in the Food Industry takes viewers behind the scenes to watch a food stylist, a chef, a caterer, and a food scientist at work. We discover the career path that led to the job...the training and education needed, including any licensing or governmental regulations...and just exactly what the job entails. Of course we see colorful and enticing dishes along the way to whet our appetites. If you've considered a professional job in the food industry, this video will give you the inside scoop on how to reach your goal. (17 min.) A Meridian Production.
#14663 Food Preparation & Serving - Sisters Cake Decorating (Run time min.) DVD $79.9
A step-by-step guide to creating cakes for all occasions.A Cambridge Educational Production.
#11077 Food & Kitchen Safety - Investigating Food Additives (Run time 23 min.) DVD $79.95
Without preservatives, bread would get moldy in a day or two, salad oil would turn rancid, and other foods would quickly spoil on grocery store shelves. However, as the use of preservatives and color- and flavor-enhancing additives has increased, consumers have grown concerned about the safety and long-term effects of these additives. This program explains how preservatives, antioxidants, stabilizers, buffers, sulfites, and other food additives work, while describing the FDA's efforts to ensure their safe use. A Meridian Production. (23 minutes)
#32554 Food & Kitchen Safety - Food Safety: From Market to Plate (Run time 17 min.) DVD $79.95
What's the best way to avoid salmonella, E. coli, and other dangerous food-borne bugs? Information! Use this fact-filled video to show your students how to buy, store, and prepare delicious food with their health-and the health of anyone who eats with them-firmly in mind. At the supermarket, in the kitchen, and at the dinner table, knowledge is the key to safety. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. A Meridian Production. (17 minutes)
#25112 Food Preparation & Serving - Cooking with Healthy Seasonings (Run time 10 min.) DVD $79.95
Join our animated friends...herbs and spices...as they take us on a journey of culinary discovery. Not only do our narrators discuss the benefits of using healthy seasonings in place of salt and pepper, but they offer some historical background including a little bit about where they come from. Several simple recipes are provided along with an explanation of how various dishes can be enhanced by simple spices. If you're looking for a slightly different approach to a worthwhile subject, check out Cooking with Healthy Seasonings! (12 min.) A Meridian Production.
#25789 Food Preparation & Serving - Light Cuisine Italian (Run time 17 min.) DVD $79.95
(17 min.) A Meridian Production.
#25790 Food Preparation & Serving - Light Cuisine Mexican (Run time 26 min.) DVD $79.95
(26 min.) A Meridian Production.
#25791 Food Preparation & Serving - Light Cuisine Oriental (Run time 30 min.) DVD $79.95
(30 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26323 Food Service - The Hot Station (Run time 15 min.) DVD $79.95
The hot station is the heart of the food service kitchen. Most main dishes are prepared here and this is where some of the most important skills in food service are learned. Viewers will see how main courses or entrees are typically prepared, including meat, poultry, and seafood. The video covers storing and preparing meat, methods of cooking, and various professional tips throughout. There is a special section on vegetables, cereals, rice, and pasta. Given the right preparation and technique, main courses can be the attraction in a food services career! (15 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26324 Food Service - Fast Food Techniques (Run time 14 min.) DVD $79.95
Fast food is everywhere these days, not only in popular national franchises, but in hotels and full-service restaurants as well. This video shows firsthand the techniques used in the fast food business: grilling, broiling, and frying. Each method is demonstrated and explained as safety tips are highlighted throughout. Various tools and procedures are also shown. There's even a special section on pizzas and Mexican food! Fast food jobs are a great entry to better jobs throughout the food services business. (14 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26325 Food Service - The Pantry Station (Run time 13 min.) DVD $79.95
The pantry station is responsible for preparing foods served cold. These include salads and sandwiches which are often prepared ahead of time and refrigerated until served. Salads consist of four parts: the base, the body, the dressing, and the garnish, and each is thoroughly covered including safety tips. Hot and cold sandwiches are discussed as well as the importance of using high-quality breads. Helpful explanation of sandwich and salad production is also provided so that large amounts of identical items can be assembled quickly. Organization is the key to this station! (13 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26326 Food Service - The Bake Station (Run time 14 min.) DVD $79.95
The bake station is where breads, cakes, and pastries are prepared. It is often set apart from other stations because much of the work is done early in the day to ensure items will be ready on time. Although some baked goods are delivered pre-made, for those willing to learn the right skills, homemade baked goods offer great rewards and can give a food establishment its own identity. This video provides a comprehensive look at the equipment, tools, ingredients, and techniques. Yeast breads, quick breads, cakes, cookies, pies, and pastries are all covered and special demonstrations given. High-quality baking is a great way to customer satisfaction and a valuable skill to acquire in the food service business! (14 min.) A Meridian Production.
#32140 Food & Kitchen Safety - Emerging Diseases (Run time 17 min.) DVD $89.95
An outbreak of mad cow disease shut down Britain's cattle industry, resulting in the slaughter of hundreds of thousands of animals and costing the nation billions of dollars. What is mad cow disease, scientifically known as bovine spongiform encephalopathy? Could an outbreak happen in the U.S.? What other types of transmissible spongiform encephalopathies are out there? What precautions is the USDA taking to reduce the likelihood of occurrence and stem the spread of these degenerative neurological diseases among animals and people? And what might happen if those precautions fail? This program answers those and other questions as it sheds light on this emerging group of food-borne diseases. Chronic wasting disease, Norwalk virus, and bovine tuberculosis are also addressed. Correlates to the Health National Standards from the Joint Committee for National School Health Education and the American Cancer Society and the National Content Standards for Health according to the American School Health Association. A Cambridge Educational Production. (17 minutes)
#32141 Food & Kitchen Safety - Irradiation-Promise or Threat? (Run time 19 min.) DVD $89.95
The U.S. government has given its stamp of approval to irradiation as a way of killing food-borne bacteria, germs, and parasites. If irradiated food is considered safe enough to give to immune-compromised patients in hospitals and astronauts in space, why is the practice of food irradiation so controversial? This program offers a balanced look at this important method of food purification as it explains how X-rays, electron beams, and gamma radiation are used to sterilize food; identifies watchdog groups-the World Health Organization, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the American Medical Association, and others-that keep an eye on the effectiveness and safety of irradiation technology; and presents the concerns of food irradiation opponents. Which side of the debate are your students on? This video will definitely help them decide. Correlates to the Health National Standards from the Joint Committee for National School Health Education and the American Cancer Society and the National Content Standards for Health according to the American School Health Association. A Cambridge Educational Production. (19 minutes)
#11824 Food Preparation & Serving - The After-School Cookbook (Run time 17 min.) DVD $89.95
This video shows young people how to prepare quick, easy, and nutritious snacks and mini-meals using utensils and equipment found in most kitchens. Because all family members can have busy schedules, teaching teens and 'tweens to do some basic food preparation is helpful for everyone. All recipes are simple to prepare with ingredients easily purchased in supermarkets. Safe use of kitchen equipment is reviewed. A Meridian Production. (17 minutes)
#11829 Food Preparation & Serving - What's For Dinner? Planning a Menu (Run time 67 min.) DVD $89.95
Distinguished graduate of The French Culinary Institute, chef, author, and food service consultant Mark Sherwood introduces the five principles of menu planning during the preparation of a well-balanced five-course meal. Each course focuses on a single principle, so the instructor can stop between courses to comment and reinforce key points. Chef Sherwood also provides numerous tips on selecting quality foods, saving time in the kitchen, and basic kitchen protocols along the way. Today's Menu • seviche (and comments on the availability of fresh ingredients) • beef consomme (and insights into preparation time) • two salads (and advice on the cost of ingredients) • tarragon chicken (and tips on nutrition) • frozen chocolate souffle (and ideas on presentation) A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. A Meridian Production. (67 minutes)
#26077 Food Preparation & Serving - Planning a Dinner Party (Run time 14 min.) DVD $89.95
Three high school friends decide to have a dinner party. What starts as a "great idea" quickly becomes a little more complicated as they discover the important steps necessary to pull off a successful dinner. Finding a theme, planning a menu, making the guest list, choosing invitations, buying and serving the food, not to mention cooking and clean-up, all come into play as our teens begin to plan. This useful video offers tips for the experienced and the inexperienced host and hostess, whether arranging a dinner party for five or six friends, preparing for a group of 15 or 20, or catering that first graduation party buffet. A great party is simply a matter of planning and preparation-follow the guidelines and we guarantee the results! (14 min.) A Meridian Production.
#30709 Food Service - Catering: An Insider's Guide to the Business (Run time 21 min.) DVD $89.95
Catering can be a creative and exciting career, as well as a lucrative business. This informative video will help you determine if the world of catering is right for you. By providing a well-organized look at both the food preparation and business sides of catering, the video will enable you to: • Develop a business plan that clearly defines goals, target niche, marketing strategies, and operation considerations. • Understand the proper licensing, insurance, and health standards for running a catering business. • Prepare and equip a professional kitchen. • Plan, organize, and serve a catered event from conception to clean-up. • Target the factors involved in profitable menu-planning, budgeting, and pricing. • Identify pre-event preparations and considerations. In addition, an overview of sanitation regulations and proper cooking methods and food transportation techniques will help you ensure the highest level of quality and service. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. A Meridian Production. (22 minutes)
#37431 Food Service - Careers to Consider: The Hospitality Industry (Run time 23 min.) DVD $89.95
Hospitality: it's one of the world's fastest-growing industries, encompassing a wide variety of occupations and career paths. This program illustrates the exciting opportunities offered by the industry and shows how job-seekers with almost any skill set or educational background can find success in the field. Viewers are introduced to three main areas of expertise-hotel management, culinary arts, and tourism-with detailed explanations of important jobs in each. The challenges of working as a hotel general manager, business center supervisor, front desk supervisor, executive chef, food scientist, professional food server, commercial pilot, bed-and-breakfast innkeeper, and cruise ship manager are revealed with the help of expert interviews and high-energy visuals. Smart ways to develop promising career paths are also explored. Correlates to all National CTE Organizational Standards (including the provisions of the Perkins Act). A Meridian Production. (23 minutes)
#39262 Food Service - Hospitality, Human Services, and Tourism (Run time min.) DVD $89.95
The United States has long been a "service nation" because Americans at every stage of life are willing to pay a premium for good service. In this program, members of the hospitality, human services, and tourism groups-a chef, a caterer, and a food and beverage manager; a massage therapist, a retirement home manager, and a funeral home worker; and a travel agent, a hotel manager, and an event planner-describe what their professions are like. Correlates to all applicable National and State Educational Standards including the NCLB Act. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. A Cambridge Educational Production. (25 minutes) Available beginning February 2009.
#26240 Food & Kitchen Safety - Safety in the Kitchen (Run time 23 min.) DVD $92.95
Safety and sanitation in the kitchen are areas of vital importance and must be strictly maintained in order to save yourself and your family from dangerous accidents and potentially fatal illnesses. This thorough program covers all the basics of keeping a safe and sanitary kitchen, and is divided into the following topics: burns and scalds; cuts and wounds; slips and falls; kitchen sanitation; and caustic poisons. Special attention is given to food-borne illnesses and their prevention in the section on kitchen sanitation. Vital information for anyone working in or around a kitchen environment is given in a straightforward, visually interesting approach. (23 min.) A Meridian Production.
#26607 Food Preparation & Serving - The Menu (Run time min.) DVD $110.95
Have you ever eaten a wonderful meal and asked the cook for his or her secret only to hear, "It was just a pinch of this and a dash of that"? While creativity may be the answer to a good meal by an expert chef, this specially priced series proves that there is a method to their madness. Simple tips are given throughout these videos for enhancing the flavor and appearance of all our favorite foods. Even the world's most renowned chefs got their start with an elementary cooking lesson. Place your students on the path to quality cooking by teaching them the basics of flavor, substituting ingredients, decorating and displaying, and considering the healthful properties of various foods. A Meridian Production.
#35734 Food Service - Catering Skills (Run time min.) DVD $119.9
Entering the world of large-scale, high-end food service requires attention to rigorous standards and expectations. This two-part series familiarizes students with the basics and the fine points of professional catering-menu preparation, kitchen practices, dish presentation, serving techniques, and more. Guidance from culinary instructor Richard Dodson and detailed, step-by-step visuals of kitchen and dining hall operations help train aspiring caterers for this very demanding business. Viewable/printable instructor's guides are available online. 2-part series, 25-28 minutes each.
#26266 Food Preparation & Serving - Selection and Preparation of Meats (Run time min.) DVD $139.95
In order to prevent bacteria and food-borne illnesses in the kitchen, now is the time to introduce young consumers to the basics of properly selecting and storing seafood, poultry, and meats. We simply cannot live without a healthy, yet diverse diet of proteins. After the initial precautions are taken, this value-priced series explains a variety of practical recipes and cooking procedures for different types of seafood, poultry, beef, and pork. A Meridian Production.
#35137 Food & Kitchen Safety - Kitchen and Food Safety (Run time min.) DVD $209.85
Protect your students from eating-related injuries and illnesses with Kitchen and Food Safety. This three-part series is filled with easy-to-remember guidelines and tips, simple but powerful reminders, lots of onscreen graphics, and sensible explanations by authorities on food handling, food-related illness, and kitchen safety. Viewable/printable instructor's guides are available online. Correlates to National Standards for Family and Consumer Sciences Education, National Health Education Standards, National Science Education Standards, and National Educational Technology Standards. A Meridian Production. 3-part series, 17-24 minutes each.
#35466 Food & Kitchen Safety - Colameco's Kitchen Survival Guide (Run time min.) DVD $209.85
Combining humor, enthusiasm, and a down-to-earth attitude, cooking expert Mike Colameco is the ideal mentor for students who want to empower themselves in the kitchen. In this three-part series, the creator and host of PBS's Colameco's Food Show explains how to shop for groceries, store food, prepare ingredients, keep the kitchen clean and safe, and develop basic kitchen skills and techniques. Mike also presents some accessible recipes for students to try, with hands-on demonstrations that help build cooking confidence. Viewable/printable instructor's guides are available online. Correlates to all applicable state and national standards. A Meridian Production. 3-part series, 23-26 minutes each.
#11828 Food Preparation & Serving - The Creative Chef (Run time min.) DVD $239.85
Whether preparing a family meal or designing the menu for the newest eatery in town, the creative chef always seeks a balance of tastes, textures, and colors. Achieving this balance takes careful planning and an understanding of the principles of menu planning: nutrition, availability of ingredients, cost of ingredients, prep time, and presentation. Using both video and interactive technology, The Creative Chef-a multimedia kit including a video, a CD-ROM that introduces the restaurant business, and a CD-ROM containing more than 100 recipes-is an extremely effective learning tool designed for culinary arts, food service, and family science programs. A Meridian Production. One video and two CD-ROMs.
#25788 Food Preparation & Serving - Light Cuisine: Mexican, Italian, and Oriental (Run time min.) DVD $239.85
Choosing to eat healthy can be a problem... especially for younger viewers. So, make it easy and fun by showing this series of three videos on Mexican, Italian, and Oriental cooking. Each video provides step-by-step instructions as our on-screen host, Lisa, prepares two or three dishes that contain less fat and fewer calories than usually found in the same or similar dishes. The videos also contain an introduction detailing light cooking and the benefits of a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet. Not only are these dishes healthier, but we guarantee they're easy to fix and use food items that are readily available. You may even have time to prepare them during class since all recipes are included in the viewer's guide! What a great way to reinforce a nutrition unit, a cooking unit, or as part of a healthy lifestyle section. A Meridian Production.
#25454 Food Service - The Food Service Industry (Run time min.) DVD $245.75
This series of 5 live-action videos brings life to Food Service areas from the job search to the working environment. These high-interest, low-cost videos are excellent for commercial foods and other foods programs. A Meridian Production.
#32138 Food & Kitchen Safety - New Fears for Food (Run time min.) DVD $269.85
"We want more, and make it quick!" That's the message the food industry is hearing as it scrambles to keep up with consumer demand. Some innovations have proved successful, but others-especially in the areas of mass production and automated processing-have opened the door to dangerous contamination. That's why this timely three-part series is so valuable. It explains the risks and possible remedies in a lively yet level-headed way, to help students replace their fears with facts. A viewable/printable instructor's guide for the series is available online. Correlates to the Health National Standards from the Joint Committee for National School Health Education and the American Cancer Society and the National Content Standards for Health according to the American School Health Association. A Cambridge Educational Production. 3-part series, 17-19 minutes each.
#26322 Food Service - Food Service Skills (Run time min.) DVD $319.8
This four-part series covers the core areas of commercial food preparation and reviews each in detail. A Meridian Production.