Year 8 Food Technology

Year 8 Food Technology – Term 2 Highlights

What Have We Been Doing in Food Technology?

This semester, Year 8 Food Technology students embarked on an exciting culinary journey, diving into the delicious world of dairy. Our focus has been on understanding and using cheese and butter in a variety of dishes while learning the science behind these ingredients.

Cheese Tasting & Butter Making

One of the highlights of the term was our cheese tasting session. Each class had the opportunity to sample different types of cheese, analysing their flavours and textures, and guessing what kind of cheese they might be. It was a fun and engaging way to sharpen our sensory skills and food knowledge!

We also learned how to make butter from cream—a hands-on activity that resulted in fresh, homemade sticks of butter. This gave us insight into food processing and an appreciation for how simple ingredients can be transformed.

From Theory to Kitchen

Our lessons balanced both theory and practical work. We studied food processing methods, the importance of flow charts in recipe planning, and applied that knowledge in the kitchen. We cooked a range of delicious meals, from simple entrées to breakfast favourites like omelettes and pancakes.

One of our favourite challenges was using leftover ingredients from another class to invent a completely new dish—putting our creativity and problem-solving skills to the test!

Skills for Life

This immersive experience has equipped us with valuable life skills, boosted our confidence, and deepened our understanding of the culinary arts. We’ve learned teamwork, planning, and adaptability—all while having a lot of fun in the process.

We can’t wait to continue our journey and cook up even more delicious creations next term!

 Featured Below: Examples of 8TEF1 Dishes