Pengetahuan Menu (Tata Hidang)

Summary

The video provides an overview of menu knowledge, explaining its origin from the French term 'Le Menu,' meaning a list of foods served to guests. It discusses various types of dishes like appetizers, soups, main courses, and desserts, outlining their roles in a meal. The video also explores different menu structures, including fixed and rotating menus, as well as menu types like À la carte and buffet. Additionally, it covers meal timings, from breakfast to midnight meals. The video aims to equip viewers with foundational knowledge of menus in the culinary industry.

Takeaways

• 😀 The term 'menu' originates from the French word 'Le Menu', which means a list of foods served to guests.
• 😀 Appetizers, also known as starters, are light dishes served at the beginning, typically with fresh or sharp flavors.
• 😀 Soups, which can be thin or thick, serve as both an appetizer and a dish served after the first course.
• 😀 The main course is the central dish of a meal, providing carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, and minerals.
• 😀 Desserts are typically served at the end of a meal and help cleanse the palate from the previous dishes.
• 😀 There are different types of menus: Table d'Hôte, À la Carte, Buffet, and Cycle Menus.
• 😀 The Table d'Hôte menu offers a fixed price for a set list of dishes.
• 😀 À la Carte menus allow guests to choose from a variety of dishes, each with a separate price.
• 😀 Buffet menus allow guests to serve themselves from a long table of dishes, with charges based on per person consumption.
• 😀 Cycle menus change over a period (daily or weekly), while static menus stay unchanged for a long period (e.g., six months).
• 😀 Meal timings are categorized as breakfast, brunch, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, supper, and midnight meal, with specific time ranges for each.

Q & A

What is the origin of the word 'menu'?

The word 'menu' comes from the French term 'Le manyun,' which means a list of foods served to guests.

What are the different food items mentioned in the menu?

The food items mentioned include appetizers (small portions with sharp or fresh taste), salads (either as appetizers or a side dish), soups (either thin or thick, often served after appetizers), main courses (complete dishes with carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, and minerals), and desserts (served at the end to cleanse the palate).

What are the three types of menu frameworks discussed?

The three menu frameworks are: 1) A 13-stage menu, 2) A modern dishes order with 11 stages, and 3) An ExcelNutri menu with 3-5 stages of dishes.

What is the difference between a table menu and an al a carte menu?

A table menu consists of a set food package with a single overall price, while an al a carte menu offers various food choices, with each item priced individually.

What is a buffet menu?

A buffet menu consists of several dishes laid out on a long table, where guests can serve themselves. Charges are calculated based on the average number of people.

What are the characteristics of a cycle menu?

A cycle menu is changed or replaced periodically, either every week or daily, providing variety over time.

How does a static menu differ from a cycle menu?

A static menu remains unchanged for a longer period, typically six months, whereas a cycle menu is updated regularly.

What is a single menu in the context of restaurant offerings?

A single menu means that the restaurant offers only one type of menu, with no variety or changes.

What are the typical meal times and their corresponding food compositions?

Meals are typically served at: 1) Breakfast (5:00 AM - 9:00 AM), 2) Brunch (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM), 3) Lunch (12:00 PM - 3:00 PM), 4) Evening (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM), 5) Dinner (7:30 PM - 9:00 PM), 6) Supper (9:00 PM - 1:00 AM), and 7) Midnight meal (LED Super) (2:00 AM - 5:00 AM). Supper is a lighter meal compared to lunch or dinner.

What is the task given to the students in the script?

Students are instructed to summarize the material in the table setting book, submit a photo of their assignment, and reach out to Mrs. Ima if they have any difficulties or questions.