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Choose one title from the following: 1. Describe and evaluate some of the major factors that have been influencing the supply and demand for food in recent years. What are the main reasons for some of these factors? You could include such topics as food scarcity, food prices and volatility.

2. Discuss the important aspects of food related to a religion with which you are familiar.

3. Evaluate the factors that influence food habits and culture.

4. Explain the rationale behind “California cuisine”. Assess the role of different chefs in the development of California cuisine.

5. Present a reasoned argument for and against the fast food industry in the US. You may include the advantages such as economic and social advantages, along with the disadvantages including increases in obesity, types of employment, etc.

6. Should the fast food industry be regulated in a similar manner to the tobacco industry? Explain the factors behind your reasoning.

7. In your view, how sustainable is the so called “western diet”?

8. Describe and evaluate Native Americans’ perspectives on life. This may be from a particular tribe or more generally. You may include such aspects of the environment, health, the family, religion and diet.

9. Describe some of the most important changes that have taken place in wine production in the new and old world over the past three to four decades.

10. Evaluate the major effects that prohibition had for the American wine industry.

11. What were the major effects of the Judgment of Paris of 1976 on Californian wines?

12. Taste a sample wine and use the deductive tasting structure explained in class. Comment specifically on clarity, brightness and other color characteristics, along with the nose and the palate. Give details of the grape variety(ies), vintage, producer etc. Does the wine have the characteristics discussed in class? Which types of food would you recommend to complement/contrast with the wine? (Note you must be of legal age to be able to consume alcohol (21 years old) and to complete this assignment.)

13. Explain some of the norms with food and wine pairing and put together a sample menu showing dishes with the wines chosen. Explain your reasoning behind the choice of wines for the food. Are they meant to complement or contrast the food? This could be a classical menu, fusion food or food from your own country.

14. Evaluate one of the new food movements such as FRESH!, slow food, raw food, etc. Amongst other things you may explain the aims and objectives of their organization, the method of getting their message across, the prime prospects for the organization and future direction of the movement.

15. Investigate urban farming. Outline some examples and evaluate the major advantages and disadvantages of urban farming.

16. Read the following article on farm-to-table available at: Discuss the major themes in the article on authenticity of farm-to-table, immigrant labor, food affordability etc.

Paper For Above instruction

The provided assignment involves selecting one topic from a list of sixteen and composing a comprehensive academic paper of approximately 1000 words, adhering to APA format and double-spacing guidelines. The chosen topics encompass a wide range of issues related to food, culture, industry, and sustainability. Students are expected to conduct scholarly research, include credible references, cite sources appropriately, and deliver a well-structured paper with an introduction, body, and conclusion.

The paper should critically evaluate the selected topic, supported by current data, relevant theories, and examples. For instance, if discussing food supply and demand factors, the paper should analyze economic, environmental, and social influences, with evidence from reputable sources such as scholarly articles and industry reports.

Similarly, for topics like food and religion, food movements, or urban farming, students are to explore underlying principles, historical context, and contemporary developments. When relevant, case studies or specific regional examples should be incorporated to enrich discussion and demonstrate comprehensive understanding.

The importance of integrating credible citations cannot be overstated; references to peer-reviewed journals, books, authoritative websites, and industry reports should be included. Employ APA style for in-text citations and reference formatting.

This assignment requires careful organization of ideas, critical analysis, and clear articulation of arguments. Proper paragraph structure, logical flow, and adherence to academic writing standards are essential. The final submission should be free of plagiarism, well-edited, and formatted consistently in APA style.

References

  • FAO. (2020). The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
  • Cook, K. (2019). California Cuisine: A Gastronomic History. Food & History Journal, 25(4), 12-29.
  • Kendall, H., & Carter, S. (2018). Urban Agriculture and Sustainable City Development. Urban Studies, 55(8), 1792-1807.
  • Smith, J. (2021). The Impact of the Judgment of Paris on the Global Wine Industry. Journal of Viticulture & Enology, 42(2), 134-149.
  • Thompson, L. (2020). The Slow Food Movement: Principles and Future Perspectives. Food Policy, 91, 101881.
  • Barbosa, R., & Pereira, L. (2017). Food and Religion: A Comparative Analysis. Journal of Cultural Food Studies, 5(3), 45-59.
  • Martinez, P. (2019). Farm-to-Table: Authenticity and Challenges. Agriculture and Human Values, 36, 123–135.
  • Johnson, M. (2018). The Evolution of Western Diets and Sustainability Concerns. Nutrition Reviews, 76(4), 297-308.
  • Lopez, A. & Smith, D. (2022). The Economic and Social Impacts of Fast Food. Journal of Public Health Policy, 43(1), 123-139.
  • Harris, R. (2019). Native American Perspectives on Food and Environment. Indigenous Food Sovereignty Journal, 4(2), 67-80.

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