Schools and Young People
Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight celebrates the country's
produce - regardless of age, passion or profession people are
encouraged to enjoy the fantastic food and drink Scotland has to
offer.
The Fortnight is celebrated in many ways across the country and
the world including events, festivals, in-store tastings, special
menus and individuals enjoying Scottish goods with friends and
family. Show your support by joining the Eat Scottish pledge at www.facebook.com/eatscottish
today!
There are countless ways to participate, suggestions include:
- Challenge yourself to eat Scottish for a day, or for every day
of the Fortnight
- Organise a picnic with friends using only Scottish produce
- Dig out old Scottish family recipes - write and tell us about
them
- Try a local speciality eg Forfar bridie, Cullen Skink or an
Aberdeen buttery
- Visit a local Farmers' Market and discover your local
producers
- Find out what events are happening in your area by visiting www.scottishfoodanddrinkfortnight.co.uk/events/events-2012
- Invite a local chef to give a cookery demonstration, or ask
them to host one in their restaurant
- Ask your school to organise a special event to celebrate
Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight
- Organise a day trip to a local farm to see what is grown and
produced locally
- Enjoy a Scottish meal with friends.
You can also get involved with the Eco Schools Scotland One
Planet Picnic 2012, celebrating the best in Scottish produce and
sustainable eating alongside caring for our planet. Visit our supporters
page for more information and links to the One Planet Picnic
website.
