Hunger doesn’t take a vacation when schools let out. That’s why the USDA’s Summer Food Service Program is vitally important to helping combat food insecurity in Worcester. One of our favorite #FoodChampions is at the DNC this week, but Rep. Jim McGovern hasn’t let the politicking stop him from reaching out and learning about how […]
Who would have thought that “food waste reduction/management” would make it onto a list of Top 20 Food Trends compiled by the National Restaurant Association? But there it sits at #19 on the list of the hottest menu trends forecast for 2016. The NRA (not THAT NRA, this one is about food!) polled its member […]
Dear Friends of the Worcester Food & Active Living Policy Council, Happy New Year! I hope that you are all entering into 2016 with excitement and energy – I know I am! A New Year is a great time to make change in our lives, and I’m about to embark on a change that I’m […]
Nearly everyday I marvel at the all the amazing food work happening in the city, and all around Central Mass. From youth growing food in the city, to entrepreneurs bringing farmers and chefs together, to childcare centers growing hydroponic basil – its amazing! And exciting! And everyone and should know about all these amazing and […]
Are you passionate about reducing childhood obesity? Do you love to work with a variety of people, from doctors to childcare providers to community leaders? Well then we may have a position for you! Read the full description here and send in your application materials to Liz. We’ll accept applications on a rolling basis and […]
