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Planning a menu considerations - Coggle Diagram
Planning a menu considerations
Characteristics of diners
Health
Do they have an allergy or intolerance?
Culture
People may not be able to consume some foods due to their cultural/religious beliefs.
Age
All ages have different nutritional needs
Occasion and setting
Is it sitting down? Or cocktail party?
Formal or informal?
Why are you celebrating?
Where is it located? Is there food preparation equipment there?
Sensory appeal
Aroma
Texture
Flavour
Colour
Should have a range of colours to make the food appealing.
Resources
Ingredients
What is in season?
Equipment
What do you own?
What do you have access to?
Skills
Can you actually make the menu?
Money
How much money do you want to spend?
Time
How much time is there to prepare the menu?
How much time between courses?
Nutritional Value