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Taste the Good Life in Florida
by Jessica Phillips CulinaryEd Columnist January 22, 2007 With everything from fish shacks to haute cuisine hotspots, Florida's food scene blends cultures and native ingredients to create an exciting array of food that serves to educate and inspire Florida culinary students. The Cultural Cuisine of FloridaFlorida's cultural past and present is at the heart of the state's food. Settled by the Spanish, and inhabited by Native Americans, the French, and the British long ago, as well as by large Caribbean, Cuban, Puerto Rican, and Central American populations today, Florida--and its cuisine--reflects a complex mix of cultures.If you attend culinary school in Florida, you'll have the opportunity to explore the foods of many cultures and witness how today's chefs use these cultural influences to create exciting, new dishes. Location, Location, LocationFlorida's prime location and geography also contribute to the state's food identity. Its warm climate makes it the perfect location for growing oranges, key limes, and other citrus fruits. In addition, the state is a major producer of warm-weather crops like sugarcane, watermelons, peppers, and tomatoes.Bordering both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, seafood also plays an important role in Florida cuisine. In Florida, seafood can be found at almost any restaurant--beach-side fish shacks offer up fresh-fried hushpuppies, conch is popular, and lobster is often served. Culinary School and BeyondWhen you attend a Florida culinary school, you'll reap the benefits not only of a formal culinary education, you'll also be exposed to Florida's diverse cultures and cuisine. Sample a key lime pie, try a Cuban sandwich, and get your taste of a taste of the culinary good life by attending a culinary school in Florida.Sources: About the Author Jessica Phillips is a freelance writer and editor. |
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