Global Certificate in Food Pairing Mastery: Strategies

• Fundamentals of Taste Perception: Understanding the basics of how our taste buds perceive flavors, the role of smell in taste, and the concept of taste pairing.
• Cultural Influences on Food Pairing: Exploring how different cultures around the world approach food pairing, and how to incorporate these ideas into your own pairings.
• Flavor Compounds and Interactions: Learning about the chemical compounds that make up different flavors and how they interact with each other.
• Experimental Food Pairing Techniques: Delving into the latest food pairing trends and techniques, such as molecular gastronomy and sous-vide cooking.
• Menu Design and Presentation: Understanding how to create menus that showcase your food pairings, and techniques for plating and presenting dishes to maximize their visual appeal.
• Pairing with Alcoholic Beverages: Learning how to pair food with different types of alcohol, including wine, beer, and spirits.
• Sensory Evaluation and Feedback: Developing techniques for evaluating the success of your food pairings and incorporating customer feedback to improve your offerings.
• Food Safety and Sanitation: Ensuring that your food pairings meet all necessary health and safety regulations, and understanding the importance of proper sanitation in food preparation.
• Sustainable Food Pairing Practices: Exploring the role of sustainability in food pairing, and how to create pairings that are both delicious and environmentally friendly.

Note: These units are not ranked in any particular order, and can be tailored to meet the specific needs and interests of individual learners.