REVIEW Q1

At a summer picnic, Abigail prepared a platter of pickled items featuring raw, crisp vegetables such as julienne carrots and celery sticks.

• Appetizer

• Petite Salad

• Relishes/Crudites

• Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

Why did Arjay's team choose mirror trays and bamboo utensils for their booth setup?

• The mirror tray doubled as a heating plate

• They were the cheapest materials available

• To store excess appetizers during the event

• To create a clean, unified and polished presentation

Chef Arjay avoided pouring sauce over brightly colored items during his culinary presentation at the food festival. Why was this the right choice?

• It prevents overcooking

• It keeps the food warm longer

• It saves time during presentation

• It helps highlight texture and color contrast

Isla works in a busy restaurant kitchen and is responsible for managing the food storage. She always makes sure to use the "FIFO" method to keep the ingredients fresh. What does the "FIFO" method stand for in food storage?

• First In, First Out

• Fast In, Fast Out

• Food In, Food Out

• Frozen Inside, Fresh Outside

Chef Mia stored fruit skewers using food-grade plastic containers. What should you do if scratches are visible on these containers?

• Wash them and reuse

• Freeze them to disinfect

• Cover scratches with plastic wrap

• Replace them to prevent bacteria buildup

In a busy restaurant kitchen, the chef is preparing for the dinner rush. Which scenario below demonstrates a violation of proper food storage guidelines?

• Labeling all frozen items before placing them in storage

• Storing cooked food separately from raw ingredients

• Putting raw meat above a salad bowl in the fridge

• Rotating stock using FIFO method

After washing her fresh salad greens, Priya is looking for a kitchen tool to help her remove the excess water. Which tool should she use?

• Citrus Zester

• Mixing Bowl

• Salad server

• Salad spinner

Before starting her dinner service at the restaurant, Luna carefully organizes her ingredients and tools on the counter. She ensures everything is in its place, ready for cooking. What does the French term "mise en place" mean in culinary practice?

• Place food on plates

• Mix ingredients thoroughly

• Clean kitchen tools after use

• Organize and set up before cooking

Abigail is preparing salad dressing using acidic ingredients for a family gathering. Which bowl material is most suitable to avoid reaction?

• Aluminum

• Ceramic

• Plastic

• Wooden

Noah was excited to prepare a salad with grilled toppings for his friends. As he gathered his ingredients, he realized he needed to ensure he had the right tools in his mise en place. Which tool should he include?

• Grater

• Grill pan

• Mixing bowl

• Peeler