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Which subject	Hospitality & catering
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What topic	Vitamins and minerals
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Lesson Introduction: The Essential Role of Vitamins and Minerals in Hospitality & Catering

Welcome to today's lesson on Vitamins and Minerals! As future leaders in the hospitality and catering industry, understanding the importance of nutrition is crucial not just for personal health, but also for the satisfaction and well-being of your guests. To kick off our discussion, let's engage in an interactive and immersive activity that will set the stage for our exploration of these vital nutrients.

The Nutrient Puzzle Challenge

Objective

By the end of this activity, you will not only grasp the essential role that vitamins and minerals play in our diets but also think critically about how these nutrients can impact menu planning and food presentation in the hospitality sector.

Materials Needed

• Cut-out nutrient cards (with the names of various vitamins and minerals)
• Recipe cards (featuring popular dishes)
• Blank menus where you can integrate your ideas

Activity Steps

1. Divide into Teams: Form small groups of 3-4 students.

2. Distribute Cards: Provide each team with a set of nutrient cards, each denoting a different vitamin or mineral (e.g., Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, Potassium, etc.) and their benefits.

3. Explore Menu Options: Give each group a set of recipe cards.

4. Match and Present: Teams will take turns picking a recipe and matching it with the vitamins and minerals that are found in the dish. Discuss how these nutrients contribute to guest wellness and satisfaction.

5. Create Your Menu: After the presentations, each team will create a mini menu that highlights healthy options, ensuring every dish includes a variety of vitamins and minerals.

Wrap-Up Discussion

After the activity, we will come together as a class to discuss:

• The key vitamins and minerals you discovered during the activity.
• The ways in which you can incorporate this knowledge into catering menus and client recommendations.

This activity not only encourages teamwork but also fosters creativity in thinking about nutrition in hospitality.

Let’s get started! Who knows, you might just come up with the next best healthy menu for your future restaurant!