Sauces and Garnishes
Sauces and garnishes are aspects of food preparation that contribute both to the taste as well as the presentation of the meal. Many types of food rely on sauces for their overall flavor. Pasta is an example of a food that is rarely eaten without a sauce. Sauces are heavily influenced by regions and cultures. The sauces and gravy’s used in … Keep Reading → the southern states of the United States are typically very different from those used in the Northwest. France is famous for its rich butter based sauces while Japan tends to focus on sauces such as soy and teriyaki. When the meal is prepared and the sauce has been applied, the final step is often to finish the presentation with a garnish. Garnishes can be anything from edible flowers, to strategically placed vegetables or fruit, to a sprinkling of sauce or powder. They are the final element that completes the dish.
