Nutrition for Foodservice and Culinary Professionals

Synopsis

Due to increased awareness of the general consumer and increased attention to obesity in the U.S. population, chefs and restaurateurs are expected to provide healthy offerings. This updated guide covers core nutritional topics such as carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, and dietary needs from a culinary perspective. Utilizing a full-color design, photographs, and illustrations, the authors link nutritional concepts with healthy cooking techniques and recipes. Chefs, restaurateurs, dieticians, and other foodservice professionals will find this book an invaluable reference to meeting the nutritional needs of their customers.