Edible School Yards
So it’s becoming increasingly imperative that we fix the menu’s in our local school cafeteria’s..get rid of the soda machines all together and begin offering food that is locally grown and raised. With sustainable education, workshops and field trips, this process can begin. The idea of creating a space (garden) for kids to be able to have a hands on experience with the fruits and vegetables that they will later consume is genius. I can’t believe it’s not happening more, although i think this idea has really started to take off over the past 5 years or so, which is a giant step in the right direction. The adorable and talented chef, Jamie Oliver has virtually changed the food system in many schools in europe, getting the kids involved and assisting schools in the steps necessary to eventually provide healthier lunches. Slow Food Org. has been a huge leader in creating awareness about this whole thing..if you’re not familiar with their organization i highly suggest checking into it..their link is listed under our Blogroll to the right…Here is a link from the NYTimes i thought would be a good read..
