From Waste to Plate: Creative Cooking Adventures of Leftover Food | RIDS Activity

RIDS Activity for Classes VII & VIII

Creative Cooking Adventures of Leftover Food

Introduction

• A Creative leftover food recipe activity was organized for classes 7 B & 8 B on 02/8/24 to raise awareness about reducing food wastage.

• The event aimed to Understand the importance of reducing food waste.

• Learn various leftover food recipes.

• Identify essential cooking techniques

Participation

• Around 90 students from classes 7 B & 8B enthusiastically participated.

• Each student created a recipe showing the proper use of the leftover food.

Execution

• Students were given 1 hours to garnish and present their food.

• Students made the recipe and presented it on the table with their group members.

Outcome

• Reduce food waste.

• Develop cooking skills.

• Encourage creativity and resourcefulness.

• Demonstrate teamwork and communication skills.

  
  

• Interdisciplinary Connections:

  1. Math: measuring ingredients, scaling recipes.

  2. Science: understanding food safety, nutrition.

  3. Language Arts: recipe writing, food description.

  
  

Conclusion

• The activity was a success in engaging students and spreading awareness.

• It encouraged critical thinking about sustainable food practices.

• The "Creative Leftover Delight" activity successfully engaged students in reducing food waste, developing cooking skills, and promoting healthy eating habits. Students demonstrated creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

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