In this episode, Michael is joined by Ellie from the Prep Foundation to discuss how the foundation educates young people about nutrition and cooking, especially with the decline in food tech education due to reduced school funding. Ellie shares her journey from being a chef to working with Prep, highlighting the foundation's activities, such as in-school sessions and farm-to-fork days. They also discuss the importance of gut health, the challenges faced by schools, and the crucial role the hospitality industry can play in supporting these initiatives. The episode underscores the broader impact of teaching children healthy eating habits, aiming to tackle obesity and other lifestyle diseases.

Connect with Ellie:

https://prept.foundation/

Become a Prept Partner and make a real difference to food culture in the UK. Find out more here https://prept.foundation/partners/

- to find out how your school can take part in the programme, visit Prept’s website (https://prept.foundation/what-we-do/)

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellie-ledden-137329182/

Ellie up for an award. Finals on Monday. Voting open until then. Give your vote here:

https://www.thestaffcanteen.com/nomination/ellie-ledden-chef-educator-sussex-1757617272#/

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Takeaways:

• Hospitality leaders are on a mission to positively impact society and the planet.
• We are what we eat, and food education for kids is crucial for their health.
• Teaching young people cooking skills can transform their relationship with food and wellness.
• The Prepped Foundation connects chefs with schools to empower children through cooking education.
• Food culture directly impacts our health, and we must teach kids about nutritious choices.
• Hospitality can be a powerful force for good, addressing food education and youth empowerment.

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