Create Growing, Cooking and Preserving Community Based Programs
/Sustainable Food Center Cooking Program
The Sustainable Food Center (SFC) in Austin, Texas supports the health and wellness of Central Texans through free cooking, nutrition, and gardening classes. Their premier cooking program, “La Cocina Alegre” is a six-week class series that promotes the understanding of dietary needs and cooking skills so participants can create nutritious and affordable meals. The classes emphasize seasonal produce, the importance of eating local, and culturally relevant foods. Their curriculum is nationally recognized for its peer connection, language accessibility, and providing take-home groceries for class participants to recreate a weekly recipe at home.
Example Strategy Recommendations
| Create Opportunities to Share Knowledge
Vancouver Schoolyard Market Garden Program