Food Revolution Day
In
light of the recent election – and its backlash – this week we are talking
about a revolution!
Don’t
panic, I’m not talking politics here, but FOOD – we are joining Jamie Oliver in
his FOOD REVOLUTION and encouraging you to do the same. Read on, find out more, sign up, make some
noise, join the revolution!
1)What is Food Revolution Day?
Food Revolution Day is a global
campaign to put compulsory practical food education on the school curriculum.
Jamie passionately believes that by educating children about food in a fun and
engaging way, we can equip them with the basic skills they need to lead healthier,
happier lives, for themselves and their future families.
Straight from Jamie: "My
wish is to create a strong sustainable movement to educate every child about
food, inspire families to cook again and empower people everywhere to fight
obesity."
Watch
him on video here explaining a little bit more:
2)When is Food Revolution Day?
This year it’s FRIDAY 15th MAY 2015
That’s this Friday.
Tomorrow!
3)How do I get involved?
There are many ways you can get
involved as a supporter, ambassador or if you’re a teacher via your school.
But first things first you can all sign the petition
(that currently has over 800,000 signatures from over 180 countries and is
growing fast) – sign here:
Teachers/Schools:
- Register your school here: http://www.foodrevolutionday.com/schools/#6GMaEp2CxQqSWoSE.97
- Download a school pack here for on the day resources: http://www.foodrevolutionday.com/schools/#OXyArsy4Toc7g1Ls.97
- Check out the ingredients you’ll need and print the recipe for the lesson here: SQUASH IT SANDWICH: http://www.foodrevolutionday.com/recipes/squash-it-sandwich/#m3iwWDaXEZSkE9uK.97
Individual support:
Well
for a start you’re in good company – look at all these celebs using their fame
(and good looks) for something great
Now
to do your bit –
Share
it
Then
take your pick:
-
You
could challenge your colleagues to a cook off at work
-
Cook
with the kids tonight
-
Host
a dinner party (or BBQ if brave enough in this great British summertime) this
weekend
-
Or
maybe host a foodie event in your community
-
Go
visit a local farmers market and see what’s new/fresh/tasty
-
Even
in the supermarket – try something you’ve never eaten before…..
-
Check
out the recipes here and cook today, tomorrow or this weekend http://www.foodrevolutionday.com/recipes/
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Why
not educate a friend, family member or partner on your favorite dish to cook/eat
– then they can make it for you next time you go round for lunch/dinner
There
are so many other things you could do, this is by no means an exhaustive list –
if it involves buying and cooking something fresh, it gets others involved and
talking about quality food and cooking, if it involves any form of foodie
education however big or small just do it tomorrow on food revolution day –
Friday 15th May 2015.
You
can even just educate yourself by trying something new, shopping somewhere
different, using a local butcher, deli, or greengrocer and sussing out what’s
in your neighbourhood!
Ultimately
this is all about joining in, cooking, eating fresh, trying something new and
sharing your experiences in order to educate others. All of this can and should be done after you sign and share the petition
though as the ultimate aim is to get good food education out to the kids and
the masses so we all get to know eating
well can be easy and can be cheap – we can and should ALL be doing it and
really there isn’t any excuse not to look after ourselves and educate others to
do the same.
Do yourself a favour and get involved
For further info you can contact us:
info@nitakothari.com
Or check our website for nutrition
info and consultation: www.nitakothari.com
As this is all about getting involved
you can also see our:
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