Making and Presenting Burgers for 'City Eats Diners'

In this engaging 2-hour practical lesson, students will learn how to create a delicious burger from scratch, including making a freshly baked bun and a flavourful beef patty. Designed to develop key cooking skills and deepen understanding of food science, the lesson focuses on the impact of cooking methods on nutritional value, incorporating key terms like denaturation and dextrinisation.

This is the first practical lesson linked to the WJEC Hospitality and Catering Unit 2 Mock. Lesson 1 which includes the brief can be found here.

What to Expect

• Students will prepare dough for burger buns, shape and cook patties, and assemble their burgers with garnishes.
• Food Science Discussions will highlight how cooking processes enhance flavor, texture, and safety while affecting nutritional value.
• Emphasis on creating visually appealing dishes suitable for “City Eats Diners” customers.

Homework Extension: Students will write a reflective review of their dish, assessing techniques, presentation, and nutritional impact. Not included in this download.

This lesson is perfect for developing culinary confidence at a Medium level.