Calling All Chefs: Join the Barbados Food Waste Challenge!
Exciting news! We’re gearing up for the Barbados Food Waste Challenge at ECO Lifestyle & Lodge, in partnership with Manuela Scalini, founder of SCA’I. Here’s the scoop: from January to May, we’re hosting a series where 8 chefs, alongside Manuela Scalini and Richard White, Head Chef at ECO, will craft 5-course meals using food scraps and waste. The goal? To crown 2024’s most sustainable Chef and award A LARGE CASH PRIZE.
If you are a chef, ready to rock the sustainability game and keen to compete, email us at manu@manuelascalini.com for details, dates, and rules. For those eager to savor these innovative creations and be part of the judging, reach out to reception@ecolifestylelodge.com to reserve your spot. We’ve got only two seatings of 25 people each on the chosen Saturdays, so don’t miss out!
Stay tuned for more insider info! Expect engaging posts covering everything from understanding food waste to sneak peeks of our talented chefs’ profiles. This challenge is proudly presented by Manuela Scalini, founder of SCA’I, in partnership with ECO Lodge, driving the mission to redefine sustainability through low waste culinary artistry. Let’s make every scrap count!
Looking forward to an incredible culinary journey,
Manuela Scalini & The ECO Lodge Team
Let’s Talk Food Waste
Food waste isn’t just leftovers on our plates—it’s a global challenge that deserves our attention. We waste around 1.3 billion tons of food yearly? Shocking, right? And restaurants contribute significantly to this figure, tossing about 4-10% of purchased food before it even reaches your table.
Why is this a big deal? Apart from the obvious ethical concerns, food waste poses a massive environmental and economic problem. It generates a whopping 8% of global greenhouse gases, occupies landfills, and squanders precious resources like water and energy used in production.
The Solution Starts Here: Here are a few game-changing tips to slash food waste and count every bite:
- Plan Like a Pro: Make a shopping list and stick to it! Plan meals beforehand to buy only what you need, reducing impulse buys that often lead to waste.
- Love Your Leftovers: Get creative! Transform leftovers into new dishes or freeze them for another day’s delight. It’s surprising what culinary magic you can create.
- Embrace Every Bit: Utilize the whole ingredient. From root to stem, nose to tail—explore and savor every edible part, turning “scraps” into culinary treasures.
- Smart Storage Hacks: Store food properly to extend its life. Learn about proper storage conditions for different foods to keep them fresh longer.
- Portion Control: Serve just enough. Consider smaller portions and offer seconds instead of loading plates upfront.
This food waste awareness journey leads to our upcoming innovative pop-up dining experience! Join us as we showcase the art of turning food scraps into culinary awesomeness at our Scrap Tasting Experience and Food Waste Challenge. Let’s enjoy innovative cuisine while pioneering sustainability one plate at a time! Stay tuned for more on this culinary adventure.