This book was written with the idea that the menu is the controlling document that affects every area of operation in the foodservice facility. Topics covered include food service history; planning a menu; considerations and limits in menu planning; cost factors and cost controls in menu planning; menu pricing; menu mechanics; menu analysis; the liquor menu; menu planning and nutrition; purchasing, production, and the menu; service and the menu; management by computer; the menu and the financial plan; accuracy in menus; number of portions from standard containers; etc.

Principles of Food Science incorporates science concepts into a lab-oriented foods class. This text shows how the laws of science are at work in foods prepared at home and by the food industry. Each chapter includes engaging features focusing on such areas as current research, technology, and nutrition news. Through lab experiments in the text and Lab Manual, students will practice scientifi c and sensory evaluation of foods. They will discover how nutrients and other food components illustrate basic chemistry concepts. They will examine the positive and negative impacts microorganisms have on the food supply. Students will also explore the variety of careers available to workers with a food science background.