Ask
Students will explore the role of food in shaping society by engaging in a 'Recipe Remix Challenge,' taking a field trip to 'American Eats,' and participating in 'Taste and Tell Day,' all aimed at defining their personal food narratives and identifying the cultural and economic constraints within the culinary world.
Days 1 - 5
Introduction to Cultural Food Narrative
Launch 60m
Field Trip Reflection and Discussion
Activity 45m
Peer Feedback Workshop
Deliverable 45m
Mathematical Modeling in Recipes
Activity 60m
Cultural Food Narrative Draft Sharing
Deliverable 45m
Cultural Food Narrative Presentation
Assessment
Imagine
Students will brainstorm and develop multiple creative culinary ideas by collaborating in small groups, exploring diverse cultural recipes, and identifying suitable ingredients from local markets, using this exploration to draft unique dishes that integrate math and social studies concepts, preparing for the next phase of planning their international food buffet contributions.
Days 5 - 9
Culinary Culture Kickoff
Launch 45m
Cultural Recipe Exploration
Activity 60m
Refining Cultural Narratives
Activity 45m
Draft Recipe Documentation
Assessment
Presentation Preparation
Activity 60m
Plan
Students will collaboratively select a dish to feature, research its historical and cultural significance, strategically use generative methods to refine their culinary innovation, and create a detailed action plan encompassing ingredient selection, preparation techniques, and cultural storytelling to prepare for the creation phase.
Days 9 - 12
Storytelling and Narrative Techniques Workshop
Launch 90m
Exploring Cultural Significance through Food
Activity 60m
Mathematical Application in Recipe Design
Activity 60m
Cultural Narrative Presentation
Assessment
Culinary Innovation and Recipe Development
Assessment
Create
Students will create and refine their culinary prototypes, documenting their process with a focus on creativity and cultural significance, while gathering peer and teacher feedback to prepare for upcoming testing phases.
Days 13 - 16
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Test
Students will conduct taste tests with peer feedback, adjust recipes for creativity and historical accuracy, and evaluate food tales to ensure alignment with cultural and economic insights, preparing for the final showcase.
Days 17 - 20
Peer Feedback and Reflection Report
Assessment
Cultural Narrative and Recipe Presentation
Assessment
Improve
Students will engage in a 'feedback feast' where they present their refined dishes for tasting and critique by peers and community partners, utilizing feedback to make final improvements to their storytelling and culinary presentations before the exhibition.
Days 21 - 24
Cultural Storytelling and Dish Presentation Workshop
Activity 60m
Share
Students will present their International Food Buffet, sharing stories and recipes developed throughout the project, engage in a peer review gallery walk for feedback, and reflect on their entire culinary journey, connecting their learning to community partners and family history.
Days 25 - 28
No activities have been added to this phase yet.