Chinese Cuisine: A Journey for Culinary Educators in Shanghai

This unique 10-day program invites culinary educators on an enriching journey through the vibrant and diverse world of Chinese cuisine. Hosted in CieCAS with its top facility in Shanghai and further extending to Yantai at YVCCT, participants will immerse themselves in a hands-on exploration of China’s rich culinary heritage, modern techniques, and educational approaches.

Key features of the culinary program in Shanghai:

Culinary Immersion

Participants will dive deep into the heart of Chinese gastronomy, experiencing everything from street food to fine dining, traditional methods to cutting-edge innovations. Additionally, through workshops, live demonstrations, and tastings, they’ll gain first-hand insight into regional delicacies, such as the bold flavors of Shandong and the refined tastes of Shanghai.

Cultural Discovery

Beyond the kitchen, this program offers a cultural odyssey. Participants will explore bustling markets, organic farms, and local food production centers, meeting Chinese chefs, food artisans, and culinary educators along the way. Moreover, these encounters will provide a deeper understanding of the cultural significance of Chinese cuisine, which stretches back thousands of years.

Educational Exchange

A highlight of the program is the opportunity to engage with Chinese vocational schools and culinary institutions. Educators will compare teaching methods, curricula, and career development strategies with their Chinese counterparts. Consequently, fostering a dynamic exchange of knowledge and best practices that they can integrate into their own classrooms.

Sustainability and Innovation

As sustainability becomes an increasingly vital part of global gastronomy, this program will furthermore focus on sustainable practices in food production and culinary education. Participants will visit organic farms, discuss sustainable culinary techniques, and participate in a collaborative Swiss-Chinese fusion dinner to close the program, combining sustainable practices with innovative flavors.

Program Highlights:

• Shanghai: Experience wok mastery by creating your own Chinese dishes. Consequently, you will be exposed to the culinary contrasts between modern and traditional Chinese cooking.
• Yantai: Explore China’s agricultural heartland with visits to farms and vineyards, and taste the regional specialties of Shandong.
• Vocational School Collaborations: Exchange ideas with local culinary educators, discuss challenges in culinary education, and furthermore explore the intersection of Eastern and Western teaching methods.
• Chinese-Swiss Fusion Dinner: Conclude the program with a cross-cultural culinary collaboration, showcasing the fusion of Swiss and Chinese ingredients, techniques, and sustainability principles.

Find detailed information on the website of China Foods Alliance:

Contact

China Foods Alliance
mybow gmbh
Rothenbad 18
6015 Lucerne
Tel: +41 (0) 41 541 13 11
www.chinafoods.ch
info@chinafoods.ch