SKILL ENHANCEMENT

BAC 179

A FOOD REVIEW REPORT

Submitted to : submitted by :

Ashish K Kestwal Ayush singh

Assistant professor - selection grade 231404468

BATCH 5
 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I would like to convey my heartfelt gratitude to Mr.

Ashish K Kestwal, for his invaluable assistance in
completing my project. He was there to assist me every
step of the way, and his motivation is what enabled me to
accomplish my task effectively. I would also like to thank
all of the other supporting personnel who assisted me by
supplying the equipment that was essential and vital,
without which I would not have been able to perform
efficiently on this project.
 TABLE OF CONTENT

1) antique copper vessels

2) achaar bharni

3) stone spice tray

4) weaving dustpan

5) iron milk container

6) copper serving jugs

7) soap stone candle stick

8) pounder and grinder

9) artisan cane basken and strainer

10) colander

11) indian chakki table

12) snack press

13) tea and coffee cup

14) area nut cracker

15) vintage bucket

16) caste iron container

17) measuring equipments

18) coconut grater

INTRODUCTION

Celebrity chef Vikas Khanna is the Founder and

curator of India's first living culinary arts museum
at WGSHA. It was his idea which led to the
establishment of this culinary museum.

He also donated thousands of kitchen tools and

equipment worth millions of dollars to the
culinary arts museum for preserving history of
India's rich tradition of culinary arts and to
educate the future generations.
 1) Antique copper vessels

Copper vessels are one of the earliest types of vessels ever

made after clay vessels. Due to the positive antibacterial
properties of copper, it is still widely used nowadays in many
medical tools, utensils, and water-storing vessels.

Known as the ‘jewelry of the kitchen,’ copper has been used for
more than six thousand years as a material for all sorts of tools,
vessels, and kitchenware. Its use is owed to the fact that copper
is a highly durable metal with low reactivity, and thus more
resistant to corrosion.

Its first recorded emergence dates back to ancient Mesopotamia,

where people would craft copper tools, weapons, and utensils as
an alternative to stones or clay. In the case of copper vessels,
the Mesopotamians would create drinking pots, glasses, jugs,
trays, plates, pans, and other items from copper.

2) Achaar Bharni
Pickle making is an art which was found in india. Indians used to
make pickles in a way that it became an indigenous to india. The
problem arises when people did not know how and where to store
the pickle. A huge quantity of pickles got wasted because of
improper storage. That is when bharni came into existence.
People started storing pickles in bharnis with a lot of oil in it.

3) stone spice tray

The history of spices in India dates back thousands of years,
making it the "Spice Bowl of the World". Herbs and spices have
been used by Indian tribes for almost as long as the "human
civilization of spices." Conquering tribes ranging from the
Assyrians and Babylonians to the Arabians, Romans, Egyptians,
Chinese, British, and Portuguese invaded India with the same
purpose: to profit from the vast natural resources and origin of
spices. The masala box, also known as the "masala dabba," is a
staple in Indian cuisine and has a rich history and cultural
significance.

The origins of the masala box can be traced back to ancient India,
where spices were used not only for their flavor but also for their
medicinal properties. The use of spices in cooking was also a
symbol of wealth and social status. As trade routes expanded and
different cultures came into contact with Indian spices, the
demand for them grew. Spices were often packaged in small
boxes or containers to keep them fresh and easily transportable.
4) weaving dustpan
The method of hand picking is used to separate undesirable
substances such as small pieces of stones from wheat, rice and
pulses. The food grains containing small pieces of stones are
taken in a flat container.The pieces of stones are picked up from
the grains by hands, one by one, and thrown away. All substances
are not present in their pure form in nature. Most of the
substances are present in the form of mixtures. We can separate
useful components of the mixtures by using various methods of
separation. Handpicking is one of the methods of separation. It is
a very old separation technique. You must have seen your mother
separating stones or other impurities from rice by handpicking and
washing it before cooking. You generally use different methods of
separation in your daily life. Handpicking is the most common
one.
5) Iron milk container
A milk churner was round cylindrical container for tranpotation of
milk and it is also called as milk can. Used to transport milk from
the cow to the home, some of these cans date back hundreds of
years. The earliest metal milk cans are from the Island of
Guernsey about 1,000 years ago, where they were made by
hammering sheets of metal into a set form in the same way armor
of the era was made. The design changed over time to create the
standard shape you are likely to see in antique stores. The
tapered top helped keep the milk from spilling during transport,
especially during the 19th century when carts and wagons were
the primary form of transport. Most examples you'll encounter are
made from tin, steel, or copper. Milk cans fell out of common
usage as dairy transport methods changed after the invention of
refrigerated trucks
6) copper serving jugs

Over the next three millennia, people learned to fire treat their
pottery differently creating sturdier, more resilient containers that
resembled porcelain pots or stoneware – as depicted in ancient
Egyptian art. Artisans first began forming glass in 2000 BC. The
first glass bottles appeared in 1600 BC.

Historians believe the first hollow glass container may have been
formed in 1500 B.C. by coating sand with molten glass. The more
popular method of glass blowing later took the replace of the sand
approach.

Engineers may have begun contemplating ways to transport

water to homes during the Roman Empire. Vast aqueducts were
built to move water closer to cities. Containers were made from
clay, fibers and animal pelts to haul smaller quantities of water.

Glass-making faded temporarily into history with the collapse of

the Roman Empire in the fifth century. Glass making underwent a
resurgence during the renaissance in the 15th century. The
bottles were initially used to store wine and the new medicine of
gin.

The first plastic bottles were used in 1947, but the cost was high
until the introduction of high-density polyethylene in the early
1960s.

With comparably low manufacturing and production costs, plastic

bottles for water and food gained rapidly in popularity and
eventually became the staple of modern times.

Azure Water’s facility uses state-of-the-art equipment that can

generate 5,000 cases a day, including alkaline spring water and
artesian mineral water. We can produce custom-bottle shapes,
and fill, seal and label your bottles. If you’re looking to expand
your business or have questions about co-packing or our
capabilities.
7) Soap stone candle stick

A candlestick is a device used to hold a candle in place.

Candlesticks have a cup or a spike ("pricket") or both to keep the
candle in place. Candlesticks are sometimes called
"candleholders".
Before the proliferation of electricity, candles were carried
between rooms using a chamberstick a short candlestick with a
pan to catch dripping wax

Candles and candlesticks are also used frequently in religious

rituals and for spiritual means as both functional and symbolic
lights.

In Jewish homes, two candles are lit to mark the beginning of the
Sabbath at sundown every Friday, hence, candlesticks are often
on display. A seven-branched candelabra, known as the
menorah, is the national symbol of the State of Israel, based on
the candelabra that was used in the Temple in Jerusalem in
ancient times. Another special candelabra found in many Jewish
homes is the Hanukiah, the Hanukkah menorah that holds eight
candles plus an extra one for lighting the others.

Tall candlesticks and altar lamps are often found in Christian

churches as well.[2]

A special set of two- and three-branched candelabras called the

dikirion and trikirion is used by Eastern Catholic and Eastern
Orthodox bishops to bless people at worship services.

A triple candlestick was used before 1955 in the Catholic Church.

8) pounder and grinder

The Chakki or Jata was basically two round stones fitted on top of
each other with an inlet on top to put in grains to be ground to
flour. Traditionally women folk used to gather around a Chakki &
operate it in groups of two by sitting across each other. The Pata
Varvanta was a must have for every Chutney to be made & every
spice paste to be conjured to make the curry more delectable!
This simple equipment consisted of a flat stone base with a
cylindrical smaller stone on top for carrying out the grinding. Every
day this contraption not just lent spice to the cooking but also
added flavor & wholesome balance of rock minerals & salts. The
red hot chilies, shallots, garlic and coriander seeds ground to a
paste not only made mouth-watering dishes but also lent a tingling
aroma to the whole kitchen! opportunity to use these grinding
stone is a perfect offbeat cooking experience while on your
cooking vacation at farmstay.
9) Artisan cane basket and strainer

Basketry crafted from splints of native cane (arundinaria gigantea)

is one of the oldest signature artistic traditions among the
American Indians of the Southeast. Ancient Mississippi
artisans—typically women and young girls—cut and gathered
cane along waterways and streambeds. Often traveling in groups,
the artisans camped near the canebrakes for several days to
harvest and process cane before returning to their villages. Cane
stands were revisited from year to year, with preference given to
those that produced strong, straight cane with long joints. The
cane was gathered and scoured in fresh water to remove dirt and
leaves. A splitter and a knife made from sharpened cane were
used to split the stalks into quarters and to peel away the outer
layer to form six to eight strips or splints. These cane splints were
rolled into bundles and transported back to the villages, where
they were stored until the cold winter months and then soaked in
water and woven into baskets.
10) Colander

A colander (or cullender) is a kitchen utensil used to strain foods

such as pasta or to rinse vegetables. The perforated nature of the
colander allows liquid to drain through while retaining the solids
inside. It is sometimes also called a pasta strainer or kitchen
sieve.The colander has its roots in ancient civilizations. In ancient
Rome and Greece, colanders were made of bronze and were
used to prepare and strain olives. These colanders had
perforations or holes in their bottoms to allow for the liquid to drain
out while keeping the solids in the colander. Similarly, ancient
Chinese cuisine also used colanders made of bamboo to prepare
food.

In the Middle Ages, colanders made of woven reeds or rushes

were used in Europe to strain liquids. These were eventually
replaced by metal colanders as metalworking became more
commonplace. By the 19th century, colanders had become a
ubiquitous tool in most kitchens around the world, with the most
common material being tin.

11) Indian chakki table

​ Tribal Indian rustic Chakki grinder table from the 1920s with
hand-carved geometric motifs, open center, carved feet and
weathered patina
radiocarbon dated Archaic period (2630±44 rcybp) rivercane

baskets, but imprints of cane baskets in mound deposits at

Poverty Point in Louisiana hint at widespread use of

rivercane basketry by the end of the Archaic.

12) Snack Press

Snack press-This brass has a unique and convenient design

that allows you to prepare your favorite Indian snacks, Murukku,
Farsan Sev, Gathia, Chakli, etc.This Kitchen utensil is All in one
like idiyappam maker,pancake maker,noodles maker, pasta maker
for home,sev maker,chakli maker,murukku maker,smoothie
maker,churros maker,burger press,soup maker, farsan
maker,snack maker, coocki maker,namkin machine.
6 Different Jali(disc) is free for Multiple Use & in Multiple Shape;
Ready to use;Easy to clean Traditional, toxin-free seva sancha
maker,Due to its thickness there is no chance for damage for
thread.

To get shining back rub with a mixture of lemon and salt or

tamarind or ready made metal shining powders like pithambari or
liquid like dara,brasso available in local market.

Handles are specifically designed to provide firm, easy and

comfortable grip
13) Tea and coffee cup

The wafting aroma of freshly brewed filter coffee heralds the new
day in most South Indian homes. The ubiquitous coffee filter can
be found in the kitchen occupying pride of place, creating a thick
decoction that is mixed with the right amount of hot milk and
sugar.

Typically filter coffee is served in a stainless steel tumbler and

dabarah (container/cup) that is used to cool the coffee. A piping
hot cup of filter coffee served with a frothy layer - and you are all
set to start the day!

14) AREA NUT CUTTER

An areca nut cutter is a tool or device used to cut or slice areca

nuts, also known as betel nuts.

Areca nuts are commonly chewed with betel leaves and other
ingredients in some cultures for their stimulant properties.
The cutter is designed to make it easier to prepare the areca nut
for consumption

15) Vintage bucket

A vintage bucket refers to an old or antique bucket that has

historical or collectible value due to its age, design,
craftsmanship, or unique features. Vintage buckets can come in
various materials, including metal (such as tin or galvanized
steel), wood, or even ceramic. They were commonly used for
various purposes in the past, such as carrying water, storing
grains, or holding tools.

16) CAST IRON CONTAINER

Small earthen pots filled with combustibles were used as early
thermal weapons during the classical and medieval periods.
Containers made at first from clay, later from cast iron, known as '
carcasses ', were launched by a siege engine, filled with pitch,
Greek fire or other incendiary mixtures.

17) MEASURING EQUIPMENT

Measuring equipment or weighting equipment often included
simple balance scales with pan and cuscales balance scales with
pans and counter weight,while more advansed civilization like the
romans used steelyard balanced,demonstrating early ingenuity in
precise measurement

18) COCONUT GRATER

Ancient coconut grater were ingenious tool designed to extract
the flesh from coconut.Typically made from wood or metal,they
featured serrated edges or blades for shredding the coconut
based on dishesand beverages