+256 200 906662
The Food Wise event is an engaging initiative designed to promote awareness and education around sustainable food practices, emphasizing the principles of good, clean, and fair food. This event typically brings together community members, food producers, chefs, and consumers to discuss and explore various aspects of food systems, biodiversity, and the importance of local food cultures. The event aims to promote food cultures and traditions among the younger generations, ensuring that they are passed down by the elders. Key activities often include: Workshops and Panels feature experts and elders who share insights on sustainable food production, preparation techniques, and nutrition. Participants can engage in discussions about the challenges and opportunities within the food system; exhibition of traditional utensils, food products, and indigenous knowledge which plays a key role in celebrating and preserving cultural heritage. It features a variety of traditional utensils essential to the preparation and serving of indigenous foods, showcasing their skill and cultural significance. The exhibition also highlights traditional food products, including locally sourced ingredients and heirloom varieties, allowing attendees to taste and appreciate the flavors and nutritional benefits of indigenous foods. Additionally, knowledge keepers and community elders share their expertise through storytelling and demonstrations, emphasizing sustainable farming practices, traditional cooking techniques, and the cultural significance of various foods.
info@slowfooduganda.org
Plot 859, Alvers Close, Wantoni-Mukono, Uganda
+256 392 178 204/+256 200 906662