Taste Buds Teach Wranglers About the World

“I sometimes wonder how much more I would have learned about the world’s cultures if I had the chance to learn in the kitchen,” said Direct Support Professional Trish Woods with a chuckle. Trish leads a new addition to the curriculum this semester, Baking Around the World, which has caught the attention, and taste buds, of the Wranglers.

The class involves the Wranglers in all phases, i.e., picking the country they want to learn about, reviewing recipes from the selected country, shopping for the ingredients and baking.  “Don’t forget the taste tasting,” Trish added upon review of the ways the Wranglers participate. They agreed.

When asked what they enjoy most about the class, the Wranglers’ votes were unanimous:  “Eating!”

They have a good reason for such unanimity. Some of the most popular desserts include South African Malva Pudding Cake, Crème Brule Sugar Cookies, and Swedish Visiting Cake.

Cooking is not the only component of the class, however. While learning about baking goodies, the Wranglers learn about the countries from which the recipes are derived.  “We put the mmmm in live, learn, work and grow,” Trish said. The Wranglers agree!