PURPOSE: Gastronomy is sometimes called the art of food. It can also refer to a style of cooking from a particular region. In other words, gastronomy often refers to local food and cuisine. Sustainability is the idea that something (e.g. agriculture, fishing or even preparation of food) is done in a way that is not wasteful of our natural resources and can be continued into the future without being detrimental to our environment or health. Sustainable gastronomy, therefore, means cuisine that takes into account where the ingredients are from, how the food is grown and how it gets to our markets and eventually to our plates.
FORUM: “Make Molecular Gastronomy accessible to everyone.“ Sustainable Gastronomy Day 2023. Gastronomy is the culture of food production, preparation, selection, service and appreciation. This includes the End-To-End Culture of Food from cultivation of ingredients to the consumption of a social meal. Thousands of professional chefs and amateur cooks will introduce their culinary arts during the the observance of the day. The chiefs will provide cooks with detailed and proven recipes, tips and techniques to get the best results, affordable ways of acquiring or substituting molecular gastronomy equipment and ingredients to inspire the creativity of the participants. Follow the conversation with the hashtags, #Recipes, #MolecularGastronomy, #sustainablegastronomy, #18june.
EVENTS: The global celebration of the Sustainable Gastronomy Day 2023 will be held at the U.N. Delegates Dining Room of the UNHQ on 18 June. To facilitate the observance, the United Nations General Assembly, the FAO, the UNESCO in collaboration with Member States, United Nations organizations, International and regional bodies, as well as civil society and individuals, are invited to observe the Day by raising public awareness of Sustainable Gastronomy contribution to sustainable development.
PUBLICATIONS: Molecular Gastronomy: A New Emerging Scientific Discipline - In this review we bring together the many strands of chemistry that have been and are increasingly being used in the kitchen to provide a sound basis for further developments in the area. We also attempt throughout to show using relevant illustrative examples on how knowledge and understanding of chemistry can be applied to good effect in the domestic and restaurant kitchen. Our basic premise is that the application of chemical and physical techniques in some restaurant kitchens to produce novel textures and flavor combinations has not only revolutionized the restaurant experience but also led to new enjoyment and appreciation of food. American Chemical Society (ACS).
PODCASTS: Sustainable Gastronomy can play a role in achieving the Global Goals through its interlinkages with three dimensions of sustainable development by promoting: – food security, nutrition, sustainable food production, agriculture development, and conservation of biodiversity. Listen to the audio-podcasts!
CAMPAIGN MATERIALS: Promote the art and the Science of Food by ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns. Get the campaign materials!
WHY WE CELEBRATE THE DAY?
The Sustainable Gastronomy Day, is observed on June 18th across the world. It aims to draw the world’s attention towards the role that sustainable gastronomy can play to catalyze the SDGs. Gastronomy is essentially a study of food culture or the art of food. The Day acknowledges gastronomy as a form of cultural expression that adds meaning to our diverse world and society. The UNESCO Innovative Cities Network for the exchange of best practices was launched in 2004 for the creation of collaborations in 7 different fields. In 2020, the Creative Gastronomy Cities is named for 26 cities.
ACTIONS
Sustainable gastronomy can help us to take care of our one and only planet. Here are the 4 ways to practice sustainable gastronomy:
Buy from small-scale, local producers
Try local foods
Cook a traditional recipe with local ingredients
Say no to #FoodWaste
Raise awareness about Sustainable cuisine by culinary, gastronomy shows and agricultural culture shows for the food industry and producers.
Consider the process of incorporating sustainability in food systems.
Promote healthy but sustainable green culture diets
Encourage crop diversification in favor of underutilized traditional crop
Promote local restaurants for clean energy (use gas and electricity instead of coal, use natural gas rather than carbon).
PARTNERS
The Sustainable Gasrtronomy Day is co-organized by the United Nations Information Centres; The UNESCO Innovative Cities Network; The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO); The Guide Michelin Restaurants and many other stakeholders.
Only through effective collaboration with governments, civil society, private sector, academia, research centres and cooperatives, and making use of each other’s knowledge and comparative advantages, can food insecurity be defeated.