FOOD
good food connects communities
You have almost certainly heard us say it before, food brings people together. It defines cultures, is a way of showing gratitude, is a form of social glue and is often central to most celebrations. So, how will food connect you? While food is definitely a vehicle for socialising and is often a major reason for people coming together, when the social setting is right, often the actual food matters less, and the connectedness comes from “the way we eat”. A dinner at home on the couch in front of the TV connects you with, well, your TV. A dinner with friends at your home connects you with close friends, a dinner
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with friends at a restaurant connects you with your friends and the people around you and those serving you. Similarly, where and how you eat will impact socialising. A barbecue outside in the sun with friends will be relaxed and likely have more laughs and fun compared to lunch at a restaurant with work colleagues or a formal dinner at a fine dining restaurant. Whatever the case, it’s clear that food connects people for a variety of reasons and in a range of settings. Remember to take time to share food with friends and family. – Themis Chryssidis
CALLUM HANN & THEMIS CHRYSSIDIS FROM SPROUT COOKING SCHOOL
While food is definitely a vehicle for socialising and is often a major reason for people coming together, when the social setting is right, often the actual food matters less, and the connectedness comes from “the way we eat”.
