Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course explores the socio-economic, psychological, and anthropological perspectives of traditional and contemporary food preparation within various cultures, with an emphasis on American, African, Asian, Middle Eastern, European, and Latin American regions. Students learn about food and culture in lecture, and apply this learning in lab through the preparation and tasting of foods and beverages representative of various cultures and regions. Global food issues, sanitation and safety practices are addressed. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for FCS 134. 