RLFR 106 - French Food Cultures

Institution:

Williams College

Subject:

French

Description:

Two years ago, the French gastronomic meal won a place on UNESCO's representative list of "intangible cultural heritage." Yet, as current political and cultural tensions in France suggest, French food has never been more controversial. This course combines an intensive grammar review with a critical and experiential study of French food cultures. Modules focus on gastronomy and the art of degustation, the role of food in debates on religious, national, and regional identities, public health policy, and the war on malbouffe. In addition to analyzing a broad range of texts, film, and other media, students will engage and strengthen their grammar and vocabulary when conducting field interviews, visiting local producers, and experimenting in our class kitchen. Conducted in French.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

French 105, or by French placement exam, or permission of instructor

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.williams.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 597-3131

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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