When it comes to growing the good food movement, knowing how and where to be involved in sustainable food can be a daunting question- for adults and children alike, as much as for communities and businesses. How can I make the most sustainable, cost-effective choices for me? What can I do to help food system’s innovation and how can I enjoy sustainable options affordably? What does the food system of the future look like? These questions, and more, might end up on the tip of your tongue!
As part of the Aberdeen Science Festival – powered by Techfest – the Rowett Institute, CFINE, and Granite City Good Food co-organised ‘Healthy and Sustainable Diets’ to provoke some of these questions as part of a fun and engaging event for families which offered a plethora of different opportunities to experience – and be inspired by – good, sustainable food.
The day was a huge success with families, students and more heading to the Rowett Institute for information and discussion on what a healthy and sustainable diet looks like in 2024.
There was something for everyone in the family to enjoy. Crafts and games were available for families to learn more about sustainable food, with flower and take part in the £1 supermarket challenge, amongst many other activities! Otherwise, Rowett Institute Director - Professor Jules Griffin - led a tour the Institute and Professor Alexandra Johnstone led talks on the importance of healthy and sustainable diets. The institute also had plenty on offer, showcasing their latest research such as its vertical growing structure, and the use of alternative crops and wildflower species in supporting develop food security.
There were also lots of sampling opportunities including smoothies and other tasty treats! We tried the hemp pancakes, and the bread made from rosehip flour, but we would have to say the tastiest was the purple barley shortbread!
We had a fabulous day raising awareness of Granite City Good Food work through crafts, games, and discussion, and, excitingly, officially launching our Zero Waste cookbook!
We also hosted the ‘Colour in the Cabbage’ competition where children (although adults were welcome too!) were encouraged to colour in a cabbage and win the chance to be our logo for a month. Congratulations to all the entries, it was a difficult choice to choose a favourite but after serious debate in the CFINE office we had to give it to Vincent, aged 12, for first place, and special commendation to Xinyi Xu aged 11 and Nicholas aged 13!
If you are interested in picking up a Zero Waste Cooking Guide or joining in the next Zero Waste cooking class - held this Thursday, 26th September, from 11am to 3pm at the CFINE premises– get in touch via email at MCarle@cfine.org, or phone us at the office on 01224 596156.
Are you using food for good and helping turn the granite city gold? We want to hear from you! Share your good food activity and you could feature in our next Granite City Good Food blog/spotlight –
Get in touch via mcarle@cfine.org or give us a call at 01224 596156.
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