More than just food preparation
THE R.E.A.L Schools, Cheras Campus has launched a Food Technology course and brand new Bella Café.
This course is the latest module to be incorporated into the campus’ innovative Art & Design Programme, which also offers seven other modules; namely Photography & Digital Media, Music, Fashion Design, Graphic & Multimedia, Fine Art, Performing Arts Drama and Dance.
Present to launch this initiative were R.E.A.L Education Group president Ee Ching Wah and chairman Dr Sim Quan Seng.
In line with R.E.A.L Schools’ continuous efforts to offer students unique educational experiences with lifelong practical benefits, Food Technology was introduced as an elective subject for the secondary students of the Cheras Campus.
This course is more than just food preparation. Students will be able to learn the finer details behind food products; covering areas such as quality control, product management and possibly even new product development. They are also set to acquire insightful knowledge of raw materials and proper ways of handling, processing and packaging food in order to offer consumers something safe, convenient and tasty.
Bella Café was also opened at the Cheras Campus.
“Serving more than just food and beverages, I am pleased to note that this student-run café also serves as an extension of the Food Technology course.
“As the first of its kind at R.E.A.L Schools, both course and café provide opportunities for students to broaden their knowledge and understanding of the more technical aspects of food; from creation to consumption,” said Ee.
In conjunction with the launch, guests were treated to a ‘Live Food Demo’ by several students of the new module.
“The school has even roped in a guest chef from a five-star hotel to come in and share valuable industry experience and expertise with our students while cooking a sumptuous spread.
“Ever since the café began operations, the response from both students and parents has been encouraging,” said S P Lee who is general manager of the R.E.A.L Schools, Cheras Campus.