Product Information
Entering the dramatic world of ice carving has never been easier with this introductory guide. Designed with flexibility in mind, the guide focuses on the fundamentals of the tools, composition of ice, carving skills and preparation using a systematic, step-by-step approach. Over 300 instructional photographs support each step and clearly illustrate techniques and procedures. Available in two versions, this guide is a simple way to round out the curriculum and teach new culinary students this career building skill. Ideal for a one, two or three-day format, students will learn how to approach the block with confidence and learn all aspects of carving from idea to a finished, three-dimensional piece.Product Identifiers
PublisherPrentice Hall PTR
ISBN-100132328453
ISBN-139780132328456
eBay Product ID (ePID)63188249
Product Key Features
Number of Pages256 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameIce Carving 101
Publication Year2008
SubjectIndustries / Hospitality, Travel & Tourism, General
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaCooking, Business & Economics
AuthorMichael A. Jasa, Brenda Carlos
Dimensions
Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight20.5 Oz
Item Length10.9 in
Item Width8.3 in
Additional Product Features
LCCN2008-028583
Dewey Edition22
Target AudienceCollege Audience
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal642/.6
Lc Classification NumberTx879.J38 2008
Table of ContentTable of Contents 1.The Professional Advantage 2.Composition ofIce 3.The Art and Science of Sculpture 4.Tools of the Trade 5.Template Design Technique 6.Preparing the Carving Area 7.Ice Transportation, Block Preparation, and Chain Saw Basics 8.Application of the Template 9.The Large Cuts-Carving theSecond Dimension 10. Carving theThird Dimension 11. Rounding and Shaping 12. The Finishing Touches 13. Storage and Display 14. Advanced Skills 15. Additional Designs Appendix A Design Template Diagrams Appendix B Sources for Tools and Supplies Appendix C Industry Organizations Bibliography Glossary of Terms Index Credits