Traditional Food Systems
Global Food Origins
Multicultural Influences
Food Systems Today
Key Concepts & Skills
100

Q: What is the term for native Australian foods used by Indigenous people?

bush tucker

100

What grain originated in ancient Mesopotamia?

wheat

100

Which country introduced pasta and olive oil to Australia?

Italy

100

What does “paddock to plate” refer to?

The journey of food from farm to consumer


Oh no!!!! 

You and the group that has the most points loses 10 pts 

100

What does “evaluate” mean in Food Studies?

To judge or assess the value or effectiveness of something.


200

What food gathering technique used fire to manage the environment?

fire-stick farming

200

What is one crop that originated in the Americas?

corn/maize

200

What is a popular Vietnamese dish brought to Australia?

pho 

List another 3 and you get an extra 50 pts.

200

What type of agriculture uses machines and chemical inputs?

Industrial agriculture?

200

Identify a sensory property of food.

Taste, texture, aroma, appearance, or sound


For every sensory property your group got wrong, it's minus 5 pts

300

How did Indigenous Australians pass down food knowledge?

oral tradition

300

What region is rice believed to have been first cultivated?

Asia or China/India

300

Define fusion cuisine.

A mix of two or more cultural cooking styles

300

Name one environmental concern from modern farming.

Soil erosion, water pollution, or loss of biodiversity

300

What is a functional property of starch?

Gelatinisation

Extra 150 pts: What common food is starch found in and gelatinisation occurs? 

400

Name one key principle of Indigenous food systems.

sustainability or respect for the land

400

What major change allowed ancient people to settle permanently?

development of agriculture

400

Give one reason why multicultural migration changed Australian eating habits.

Increased access to diverse cuisines

400

Explain one benefit of eating local and seasonal foods.

Reduced food miles or supporting local farmers?

Choose one group to task 100 pts from.

400

Distinguish between physical and chemical change in food.

physical = change in form; chemical = change in substance

500

Describe one difference between Indigenous food systems and Western agriculture.

  • Indigenous food systems focus on working with the land, using traditional ecological knowledge to harvest foods in a way that ensures long-term availability. This includes rotating harvests, respecting natural cycles, and avoiding overuse.

  • Western agriculture typically involves clearing land for crops or livestock, often using chemical inputs and machinery to maximize short-term yields, which can lead to environmental degradation over time.

 

500

Compare the impact of agriculture on population growth vs. hunter-gathering.

Choose a group to remove 150 pts from.

500

Evaluate how multiculturalism influenced restaurant culture in Australia.

  • Positive Impacts:

    • Introduced diverse cuisines such as Thai, Vietnamese, Italian, Greek, Indian, and Lebanese, making them mainstream.

    • Encouraged the rise of fusion foods that blend different cultural traditions (e.g. Korean tacos, sushi burgers).

    • Led to more culturally inclusive menus and restaurant environments.

    • Boosted the food tourism industry and local economies through variety and innovation.

  • Challenges or Considerations:

    • Some cultural dishes may be altered to suit mainstream tastes, reducing authenticity.

    • Not all cultural groups have equal representation in the food industry.

    • There can be cultural appropriation when foods are adopted without respect or understanding of their origins.

 

500

Evaluation of the Long-Term Sustainability of Current Global Food Systems:

✅ Strengths:

  • High productivity through technology, mechanisation, and chemical inputs.

  • Global trade allows for food variety and availability year-round.

  • Food science and innovation support efficiency and shelf life.

❌ Weaknesses and Risks:

  • Environmental Impact: Large-scale farming often leads to deforestation, water pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and biodiversity loss.

  • Resource Overuse: Reliance on finite resources like freshwater, fossil fuels, and synthetic fertilisers is unsustainable.

  • Waste: Around one-third of all food produced is wasted globally.

  • Inequality: Despite abundance, millions still face food insecurity while others have excessive access.

  • Climate Change Vulnerability: Global food systems are highly sensitive to changing weather patterns and extreme climate events.

500

What is the name of the next AOS (area of study)?

Unit 2: Food Makers 

AOS 1: Australia's food system

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