Beverage Basics presents a new approach to understanding wine and other alcoholic beverages. The book includes an introduction to alcoholic beverages, information on important issues such as purchasing beverages, healthy drinking, and alcohol and the law, and an introduction to wine including viticulture, viniculture, and the sensory evaluation of wine. The authors teach readers about wines by varietal as opposed to appellation, which is a much simpler entry point for beginners to the world of wine. In addition to all the major wine varietals (Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, etc.), the book also covers hybrid and Native American varieties, sparkling wines, and dessert and fortified wines. Chapters on beer and distilled spirits include information on making, purchasing, and evaluating beer and spirits. The appendices include map-filled sections on The Old World and The New World of wine, as well as a thorough examination of the TTB requirements for alcoholic beverage labels, and a complete glossary of terms. Author Robert Small is former Dean and Emeritus Professor of The Collins College of Hospitality Management at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, where he still teaches courses on wine, spirits, and beer and on beverage marketing and food and beverage management, and is the Chairman of the Los Angeles International Wine competition, one of the largest and most prestigious wine competitions in the United States.
A very warm welcome, friendly actions, people who really care and wishes to meet again, behind these images, there is a highly trained professional for whom hospitality is not a tradition, but a way of life. We are discussing regarding travel and tourism industry. One major division of the said industry is hospitality sector, which comprises mainly of lodging, and food and beverage divisions.The ancient travelers were mainly pilgrims, traders and military men, but whenever there was a military movement they used to carry accommodation and food with them. It was the traders and the pilgrims who wanted the provision of food and accommodation. The first Inns had nothing more than a cot or a bench towards the corner of the room. Here sanitation and privacy were non-existent. People used to share room with livestock. In the 3rd century, Roman Empire built roads in Europe to facilitate the traders. Soon a chain of roadside Inns was constructed from Spain to Turkey. This continued to be same till the end of 17th century for common men. The wealthy used to stay at their friends' place or with relatives, but soon they too realized the need for accommodation for their class. Thus the European castle-like structure sprung up. This had the provision of sanitation, privacy and all the luxury that they demanded. This structure came to be known as 'Hotel', the French equivalent for Mansion. Colonial American Inns were modeled after the Europeans and the practice of sharing was common.The word 'hospitality', according to Oxford English Dictionary, is the friendly reception and treatment of friends, guests and strangers. Even though this sector comprises mainly of lodging and Food & Beverage division, in a wider sense the word can be used as a synonym for travel and tourism industry.Food and beverage services sector contributes a great deal to the profits in hospitality industry. With the increase in importance of business meetings, a range of personal and social events, and eating habits of young generation, a large number of customers visit catering establishments frequently. The food and beverage professionals tirelessly work to intensify customers' experience through their service.India is well-known for its food and beverages service industry. It is one among the most vibrant industries which demonstrated unprecedented growth in the recent past. The industries is continues to expand rapidly. This growth can be attributed on account of changing demographics, growing disposable income, urbanization and growth of retail industry. The food and beverage market was estimated at US$30.12 billion in 2015 and is expected to reach US$142 billion by 2020, with a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 36.34%. The sector is dominated mainly by traditional operators. The brands and restaurant chains of both Indian origin and multinationals have not optimally penetrated the market so far. The food and beverage sector has evolved over the past decade, giving rise to exciting new concepts in food and beverage offerings and new and innovative service elementsFood and Beverage Services is related to all the activities pertaining to preparing for service and serving food and beverages to the customers. This book will introduce you to the various types of services, table settings, various equipment used in service, types of menus, types of service operations, food garnishes and accompaniments, and various standard operating procedures followed by food and beverage service industry.This book will give you an insight on the basic terms used in food and beverage service industry. After going through this book, you will find yourself to have a good insight about what is food & Beverage industry all aboutThis book is designed for the beginners to help them understand the basics of Food and Beverage Services. This is resourceful to those who are keen on taking up career in Hospitality and Food and Beverage Services.
Understand both the key concepts and modern developments within the global food and beverage service industry with this new edition of the internationally respected text. An invaluable reference for trainers, practitioners and anyone working towards professional qualifications in food and beverage service, this new edition has been thoroughly updated to include a greater focus on the international nature of the hospitality industry. In addition to offering broad and in-depth coverage of concepts, skills and knowledge, it explores how modern trends and technological developments have impacted on food and beverage service globally. - Covers all of the essential industry knowledge, from personal skills, service areas and equipment, menus and menu knowledge, beverages and service techniques, to specialised forms of service, events and supervisory aspects - Supports a range of professional food and beverage service qualifications, including foundation degrees or undergraduate programmes in restaurant, hotel, leisure or event management, as well as in-company training programmes - Aids visual learners with over 200 photographs and illustrations demonstrating current service conventions and techniques
Food and Beverage Basic Is Quick Guide For Food & Beverage Professionals, Planners and Aspirants.This book is designed to provide quick reference on basic of food and beverage industrial practices. It provides information on a variety of food and beverage and basic terminology practiced worldwide. The purpose of the book is to provide supporting information for those involved, or likely to be involved, at a various levels, in food and beverage management; meet the needs of students and personnel who want to acquire foundation knowledge and skills in order for them to achieve competence in the industry; meet the needs of students studying for a range of qualifications and undergraduate degrees; provide support for in-company training programs, and provide a foundation on which to build further knowledge and skills.The book will be of value for: -Food and Beverage personnel-Newcomers in the Industry-Hotel Management, Food and Beverage, Catering, Hospitality Management and other related field Students and Aspirants-Hospitality, Tourism and Events industries professionals who are responsible for handling food and beverage services.
This introductory textbook provides a thorough guide to the management of food and beverage outlets, from their day-to-day running through to the wider concerns of the hospitality industry. It explores the broad range of subject areas that encompass the food and beverage market and its five main sectors – fast food and popular catering, hotels and quality restaurants and functional, industrial, and welfare catering. New to this edition are case studies covering the latest industry developments, and coverage of contemporary environmental concerns, such as sourcing, sustainability and responsible farming. It is illustrated in full colour and contains end-of-chapter summaries and revision questions to test your knowledge as you progress. Written by authors with many years of industry practice and teaching experience, this book is the ideal guide to the subject for hospitality students and industry practitioners alike.
Foodservice industry operators today must concern themselves with the evolution of food preparation and service and attempt to anticipate demands and related industry changes such as the supply chain and resource acquisition to not only meet patrons' demands but also to keep their competitive advantage. From a marketing standpoint, the trend toward a more demanding and sophisticated patron will continue to grow through various factors including the promotion of diverse food preparation through celebrity chefs, mass media, and the effect of globalization. From an operational standpoint, managing and controlling the business continues to serve as a critical success factor. Maintaining an appropriate balance between food costs and labor costs, managing employee turnover, and focusing on food/service quality and consistency are fundamental elements of restaurant management and are necessary but not necessarily sufficient elements of success. This increasing demand in all areas will challenge foodservice operators to adapt to new technologies, to new business communication and delivery systems, and to new management systems to stay ahead of the changes. Strategic International Restaurant Development: From Concept to Production explains the world of the food and beverage service industry as well as industry definitions, history, and the status quo with a look towards current challenges and future solutions that can be undertaken when developing strategic plans for restaurants. It highlights trends and explains the logistics of management and its operation. It introduces the basic principles for strategies and competitive advantage in the international context. It discusses the food and beverage management philosophy and introduces the concept of food and beverage service entrepreneurship, restaurant viability, and critical success factors involved in a foodservice business venture. Finally, it touches on the much-discussed topic of the food and beverage service industry and sustainable development. This book is ideal for restaurateurs, managers, entrepreneurs, executives, practitioners, stakeholders, researchers, academicians, and students interested in the methods, tools, and techniques to successfully manage, develop, and run a restaurant in the modern international restaurant industry.
The essential guide to service skills and techniques that guarantee success Preferences in cuisine may vary, but the demand for great service-the keystone of any restaurant's success-never fades. This concise yet comprehensive guide helps restaurant managers and staffs in all types of dining establishments provide first-rate food and beverage service to every customer and create an excellent dining experience. Restaurant Service Basics takes a practical approach to service training. It discusses different types of service, including French, American, English, Russian, family-style, banquet, and more. With clear, step-by-step instructions, it demonstrates the technical skills associated with American service. It shows restaurant professionals and trainees the proper ways to: * Greet and seat guests * Take orders and answer questions * Serve food and beverages, and time the meal * Present the check and accept payment * Respond to emergency situations, such as power outages and guest injury * Use the computer system to support service * Serve alcoholic beverages Supplemented with helpful photos and drawings that illustrate everything from napkin folding to taking orders by computer, Restaurant Service Basics gives servers the knowledge and skills they need to satisfy customers, increase gratuities, and develop a faithful clientele that keeps coming back for more.
Thorough coverage of food and beverage cost control strategies that can be taken from the classroom to the workplace! The material presented in this book represents a thorough coverage of the most essential cost-control categories. There are 14 chapters within the six cost-analysis sections of the Operating Cycle of Control. The sections flow in a logical sequence that presents a path for understanding cost control from menu concept to financial reporting. The six cost-analysis sections are self-contained, so that the reader (student) can go to any section for specific cost-control procedures. Therefore, the book can be taken from the classroom to the workplace. New to this edition: • Clearly defined chapter learning objectives with end-of-chapter discussion questions that can assess readers (students) level of comprehension. • Project exercises following each chapter that are designed to test applied knowledge. • Restaurant Reality Stories that reflect upon what often occurs in restaurant businesses are appropriately placed within each of the 6 sections of the Operating Cycle of Control. • Mobile foodservice (food trucks and trailers) is presented in the Appendix—Restaurant Case and concludes with a project exercise to create a food-truck menu, as well as operational and marketing plans for a mobile foodservice as an additional business revenue source for the existing three-tiered restaurant operation case. • Key Cost and Analysis Formulas (Quick Reference)
“Drinking good wine with good food in good company is one of life's most civilized pleasures.” -Michael Broadbent Food and Beverages are integral part of our culture and lifestyle. If you have picked this book, it is because you are keen to learn about food and beverages or you might be looking for a way to pursue a successful career in F&B. This book covers a lot of interesting and challenging questions frequently asked to aspiring F&B professionals during the interviews. With over 2,150 questions and answers depicting a range of topics like wine, liqueurs, liquors, food and accompaniments, you will also get a plethora of lesser known facts like lip tea, sparkling sake, aquafaba, glowing liqueur, edible cutlery etc. This book aims to help you in cracking your job interviews, viva-voce and other F&B related exams.
