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On 14 November the University College Birmingham (UCB) held their first ‘Food Glorious Food’ conference for A level food students. The conference provided an insight into the development of food products and the exciting careers open to anyone with an interest in working with food. The day comprised of a range of workshops to allow students to develop their evaluation and analytical skills. In workshop one, students were encouraged to think creatively to develop an idea for a new product, using existing products and marketing tools to facilitate. There were ideas for a new chocolate product which included bacon infused milk chocolate and a chocolate goo bar, which was inspired by the Lindt Lindor chocolates. In workshop two there was the opportunity for hands on sensory testing allowing students to identify the range of tests available to sensory scientists and they learnt about the impact of different storage conditions on the sensory quality of a food product. In workshop three students were given a challenge to produce an image for a magazine marketing scones. They worked with a food stylist and in teams set up the food, background and side dishes that made the scones stand out. This was a hands on and enjoyable workshop with the students working together to select the best ways to present the scones. The final workshop involved the analysis of a readymade apple tart produced by Sainsbury’s. After much discussion it was decided that many aspects of the dish were poor and that it would not have passed quality assurance tests. The conference concluded with recent graduates discussing their careers and the fantastic opportunities, which exist within the food industry. The conference was excellent and gave students the chance to learn firsthand about the food industry in addition to the range of courses and facilities available at UCB. Enzo Del Grosso from Year 12 quoted on his experience of the event. ‘The conference at UCB was extremely useful in opening up the possible career opportunities within the food industry. The workshops were interesting and informative drawing on key skills relating to Food Technology for example sensory testing. The keynote speaker from Mendelez gave an insight into the roles available with a large company and advice on higher education study.’ Miss H Cunningham |
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Food Glorious Food Conference
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