By Melissa Kidd
We’re shining a light on creativity and innovation in school kitchens and things are certainly hotting up….
Final call out
The BBC is making a final callout for nominations for the annual BBC Food & Farming Awards ahead of the deadline at midnight on Monday 26 January. In particular, they’re on the hunt for nominations for the BBC Cook of the Year award.
So do you know any local food heroes who are working imaginatively and innovatively with food in schools, hospitals, workplaces and care homes – the unsung heroes of the foodie community? If so you can submit their nominations here.
How healthy is your school?
Hand in hand with the BBC Food and Farming Awards, Bristol Healthy Schools is also on the hunt for schools that grow, cook and bake their own food.
Which schools are getting young people of all ages cooking, thinking and talking about what they eat? We want to encourage and showcase those children and young people who are developing a real passion for cooking, with support from their schools.
For some it is their first foray into cooking, others are established cooks starting to think more about including locally grown food in their recipes or even going totally farm to fork. Our youngest ever finalist in the showcase was just 7 years old yet was as cool as a cucumber in the kitchen cook off!
The schools involved in previous years have reported a real boost to the children’s confidence, some of whom have gone on to secure valuable work experience and are even considering becoming a chef as their career. So come on don’t be shy!
The awards are a partnership between Food Connections, Bristol Healthy Schools and the BBC.
The deadline for applications is midnight on Monday 23 March and nominations can be submitted here.