Darlington College Students Gain Thai Culinary Skills on Transformative Trip
Eighteen catering students from Darlington College spent 15 days in Thailand learning culinary skills, funded by the Turing Scheme. They received certificates from Suan Dusit University and will host an Asian-themed buffet to share their experiences. Students expressed transformative impacts on their career aspirations and future plans after their exposure to Thai culture.
Darlington College students recently embarked on a remarkable journey to Thailand, where they immersed themselves in the culinary arts. Eighteen Level 2 and Level 3 catering students, accompanied by three staff members, spent 15 days in Bangkok, participating in a program funded by the Department for Education’s Turing Scheme. This experience aimed to enhance their culinary skills while expanding their cultural appreciation.
While in Thailand, the students attended Suan Dusit University, where they engaged in hands-on learning about traditional Thai cuisine. As part of the London-Bangkok World City Links initiative, they received certificates that acknowledge their achievements in mastering these culinary skills.
Tina Snowball, a mature student and learning support worker at Darlington College, expressed her enthusiasm for the trip, stating it inspired her to contemplate retiring in Thailand. She remarked on the warm hospitality of the Thai people and shared her passion for cooking, emphasizing the transformative nature of the experience.
Another student, Alisha Goddard of Catterick Garrison, voiced her motivation to pursue a career abroad after her first visit to Asia. She expressed a desire to travel and possibly work on cruise ships, highlighting the trip’s significant impact on her aspirations.
Darlington College Lecturer Dawn Cobb praised the students for their enthusiasm and engagement with Thai food culture, citing the trip as an invaluable learning opportunity. Upon returning, the students will host an Asian-themed buffet on March 11 at the college’s Glasshouse Restaurant, where they will recreate dishes learned during their time in Thailand.
To secure a reservation for this buffet event, interested individuals may contact the college at 01325 503188/503050 or via email at [email protected].
The culinary trip to Thailand provided Darlington College students with an enriching experience that enhanced their skills and inspired their future aspirations. The enthusiastic engagement of the students and staff underscores the value of global learning opportunities. The upcoming Asian-themed buffet will allow them to showcase their newly acquired culinary skills while sharing their experiences with the community.
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