Who doesn’t want a good and prosperous life? Now, imagine a good and prosperous life not only for you, but also for the planet. This is the proposal of sustainable gastronomy, which encourages the consumption of natural and nutritious food, considering the care from the origin to disposal, and seeks to reduce the production of waste in the kitchen at home or restaurants.

Sustainable gastronomy goes beyond taste, it promotes a global change in food consumption habits, encouraging the full use of ingredients and reducing waste generation, contributing to the three dimensions of sustainable development: economy, environment and society. 

Do you want to join sustainable gastronomy in your own kitchen or in your commercial establishment? Here are some tips that might help: 

1. Value local production: whenever possible, look for small farmers or brands in the region. The suggestion applies also when traveling. 

2. Plan the menu for the week: anticipate shopping and food preparation, optimizing the logistics of your home or establishment

3. Clean the refrigerator, coolers and pantry: take a good look at the stock before preparing more food or placing a new order for unnecessary supplies. An up-to-date list makes life a lot easier

4. Prefer season fruits and vegetables: they are generally fresher and more affordable

5. Take full advantage of food:  stalks, peels, seeds and leftovers can be used in many nutritious and tasty recipes. Use creativity.

6. Separate organic waste from dry waste: dispose of recyclables for reuse and consider having a compost bin or vegetable garden in your establishment’s backyard to transform waste into natural fertilizer

7.Share the concept: stimulate conversation about sustainable gastronomy and the adoption of these practices by leading by example. How about creating a thematic dish on the family dinner or restaurant menu to celebrate the day? 

Now it’s time to get your hands dirty and join sustainable gastronomy.