1. Outlines the problem to be solved Focus based on a theme or event Contains all information (context and specifications) needed to solve the problem Who – client or consumer information Why – reason the product is required What – client or consumer requirements; what needs to be prepared When – time/date the product needs to be ready Where – place/location to be served/eaten Design briefs How to write a design brief

2. Developing the design brief Decide on the theme or event Describe the event or occasion/purpose of the product Outline client or consumer information Age, gender, lifestyle, particular food likes and dislikes, any special dietary requirements Specify the client requirements Style of the meal or product, special nutritional needs, number of people to be served, use of particular ingredients

3. Incorporate the scope of the task into the design brief Written in the context of the brief A set of at least 2 food items, one savoury, one sweet (the product) At least 2 different cooking techniques or processes e.g making your own pastes, making your own bread, baking a dish,

4. Background information Write a short paragraph about background information about your chosen country, maybe why you are interested in this country For example I have always been interested in Italian food and culture because my grandfather was born in Sicily. He had passed on his passion for certain dishes and we have cooked some of these dishes at our family special occasions.

5. Outline your specifications e.g what are the constraints and considerations of the brief Are there any allergies to consider Vegetarians to consider Costs Number of dishes Presentation of dish Techniques and processes Would you like to produce a menu? Constraints and considerations

6. Colours of India Thai treats A taste of Japan The flavours of France A tapestry of Tunisia Spanish dinner party Tasting Australia

7.  Vegetables  Nuts in Syrian Food  Chocolate in Savoury dishes  Coffee  Spices of India  Herbs and spices of Asia  Cheese  Dried fruit

8.  A Chinese new year  A religious celebration for your country e.g a Hindu wedding feast  Greek Easter family celebration  Sicilian harvest feast