Italian Culture: Food & Wine

Catalog description

The course deals with the history of Italian cuisine and wines through centuries up to present day. It outlines the development and change of taste, how it has been affected and defined by historical events. A dynamic pattern of society is thus given by the intersections among history, culture, food and wines. The course will also offer on-site classes and guest speakers. Students will demonstrate an historical appreciation of the change in eating and drinking habits in modern Italy, and a knowledge of Italy's move towards a more ethnic and global taste.