B1+ Unit 6 Reading Future of Food

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FUTURE OF FOOD,

What Should We Expect?

B1+ Unit6

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Molecular Gastronomy Video

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Watch the video to review what Molecular Gastronomy is,and then continue on to complete the following questions.

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1. WHAT is Molecular Gastronomy ?

A unique method to prepare food.

A science equation.

A way to put food in molecules.

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2. What changes when using the Molecular Gastronomy Method?

The taste of the food changes.

The cooking tool changes.

The physical properties of the food change.

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3. How much would a Molecular Gastronomy plate cost?

Expensive! About $150 - $200.

Cheap! From 15 to 20 dollars

Around 50 USD.

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4. Is Molecular Gastronomy a healthier way to cook meals?

Absolutely!

The video does not say.

Nope.

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FUTURE OF FOOD, WHAT SHOULD WE EXPECT?

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• Analysis & Describe the Photos
• How might the photos and the title be connected?
• Make a Prediction!

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"We are what we eat"

Let´s warm up by analysing this quote both literally and figuratively.

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03 Future of Food, wHAT SHOULD WE EXPEcT?

It is no secret that in our rapidly changing globalized world, every aspect of human life has changed, including the production, cooking and consumption of food. More and more people nowadays are constantly concerned with counting calories and being fit. Although this aspect may seem purely aesthetic, the food we consume has a direct influence on our health too. "We are what we eat" is a well-known saying, after all. In addition, increased population growth inevitably brings with it changes in eating habits. Scientists from different fields regularly predict possible food shortages in the near future. This is even more likely if the number of inhabitants in our planet keeps increasing.

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Future of Food, wHAT SHOULD WE EXPEcT?

It is no secret that in our rapidly changing globalized world, every aspect of human life has changed, including the production, cooking and consumption of food. More and more people nowadays are constantly concerned with counting calories and being fit. Although this aspect may seem purely aesthetic, the food we consume has a direct influence on our health too. "We are what we eat" is a well-known saying, after all. In addition, increased population growth inevitably brings with it changes in eating habits. Scientists from different fields regularly predict possible food shortages in the near future. This is even more likely if the number of inhabitants in our planet keeps increasing.

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However, where most people see a cause for worry and concern, scientists see a chance for new discoveries. They are constantly working on the posibiliity of including new products in our diet, especially trying to find new sources of proteins that may substitute the ones that we obtain from consuming meat from different animals. One of these additions could be algae. Of course, some people dislike the very thought of eating such food, Nevertheless, we shouldn´t forget that our beloved and delicious sushi is usually made with algae. Therefore, most people have already tasted this product. Now, what are some of the benefits of eating algae? It is not only highly nutritious, but it can be grown in both fresh and salt water. And what about insects as a new addition to your dinner table? Although many people remain skeptical, over 2,000 species of insects are already eaten worldwide. One of the benefits of consuming them is the high level of protein they contain. Besides, insects certainly require much less water, food and land than animals raised on grains.

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However, where most people see a cause for worry and concern, scientists see a chance for new discoveries. They are constantly working on the posibiliity of including new products in our diet, especially trying to find new sources of proteins that may substitute the ones that we obtain from consuming meat from different animals. One of these additions could be algae. Of course, some people dislike the very thought of eating such food, Nevertheless, we shouldn´t forget that our beloved and delicious sushi is usually made with algae. Therefore, most people have already tasted this product. Now, what are some of the benefits of eating algae? It is not only highly nutritious, but it can be grown in both fresh and salt water. And what about insects as a new addition to your dinner table? Although many people remain skeptical, over 2,000 species of insects are already eaten worldwide. One of the benefits of consuming them is the high level of protein they contain. Besides, insects certainly require much less water, food and land than animals raised on grains.

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On the other hand, despite all the progress scientists and adventurous chefs are making, many people still end up choosing the same kinds of food. Too many families nowadays feel comfortable heating frozen dinners or getting takeout food. A lack of time to plan and prepare food also makes many people eat out. Fast food restaurants are especially popular and convenient in this case. So the question is: Will fast food make it to the future? The answer is that it probably will, in spite of all the research and conclusive findings regarding the negative effects of unhealthy foods- such as hot dogs, hamburgers, and pizzas- on the human body.

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On the other hand, despite all the progress scientists and adventurous chefs are making, many people still end up choosing the same kinds of food. Too many families nowadays feel comfortable heating frozen dinners or getting takeout food. A lack of time to plan and prepare food also makes many people eat out. Fast food restaurants are especially popular and convenient in this case. So the question is: Will fast food make it to the future? The answer is that it probably will, in spite of all the research and conclusive findings regarding the negative effects of unhealthy foods- such as hot dogs, hamburgers, and pizzas- on the human body.

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Nevertheless, while many people try to simplify the process of making dinner by eating more ready made meals, there are others who try to be creative in the culinary arts. These people are scientists who are doing research in the field of molecular gastronomy. But before going any further, we should explain more precisely what molecular gastronomy is and how it was created. Well, the whole idea started when a group of scientists attempted to apply scientific methods to something as common as food preperation. This gave birth to a completely new field within the world of gastronomy that deals mainly with the concept of modifying the internal properties of the most commonly used cooking ingredients. Both chemists and daredevil chefs have worked together, for instance, to create recipes for hot ice cream, peanut butter powder, square eggs, and so on.

It´s undeniable that molecular gastronomy sounds very attractive, but will such meals be also healthy? The answer is yes, they absolutely can be, as long as healthy ingredients are used. Actually, most of the products used in these alternative cooking techniques are not artificial. Futhermore, food made using molecular gastronomy methods is often lower in cholesterol, dairy and sugar. One final piece of advice is to open your heart and mouth to new flavors and the discoveries of scientific research!

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Nevertheless, while many people try to simplify the process of making dinner by eating more ready made meals, there are others who try to be creative in the culinary arts. These people are scientists who are doing research in the field of molecular gastronomy. But before going any further, we should explain more precisely what molecular gastronomy is and how it was created. Well, the whole idea started when a group of scientists attempted to apply scientific methods to something as common as food preperation. This gave birth to a completely new field within the world of gastronomy that deals mainly with the concept of modifying the internal properties of the most commonly used cooking ingredients. Both chemists and daredevil chefs have worked together, for instance, to create recipes for hot ice cream, peanut butter powder, square eggs, and so on.

It´s undeniable that molecular gastronomy sounds very attractive, but will such meals be also healthy? The answer is yes, they absolutely can be, as long as healthy ingredients are used. Actually, most of the products used in these alternative cooking techniques are not artificial. Futhermore, food made using molecular gastronomy methods is often lower in cholesterol, dairy and sugar. One final piece of advice is to open your heart and mouth to new flavors and the discoveries of scientific research!

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could this affect me?

1. I could be affected by ...

2. I believe that ____ could affect me the most becasue ...

1. VEGETARIANISM

3. I think that ____ could have a negative/postive impact on me because ...

2. NEW PRODUCTS

4. I don´t think that ___ could affect me because ...

3. MOLECULAR GASTRONOMY

05 Would you rather...

Have to incorporate either algae or insects into your daily diet...

Never be able to eat fast food again...