The SWITCH Marathon began in Sweden on March 17 with an event focused on the intersection of food, medicine, sustainability, and gastronomy. Hosted at GoCo Health Innovation City in Gothenburg, the gathering brought together experts from the pharmaceutical industry, food scientists, gastronomists, and food entrepreneurs, creating a vast and vibrant network of food system actors. …
Eight Events, One Mission for Healthier and More Sustainable Eating 17th March – The SWITCH project officially launches the SWITCH Diet Marathon, a series of interactive events designed to redefine food consumption patterns across Europe. This initiative brings together key stakeholders—farmers, chefs, educators, healthcare professionals, and citizens—to develop local and scalable solutions for a more …
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4th, 5th, and 6th February 2025, Montpellier, France – The Switch project Consortium met in Montpellier for its third general assembly. SWITCH is built on the belief that meaningful innovation emerges through shared expertise and cooperation. Thus, the Consortium meeting is pivotal in facilitating dialogue and interaction between partners. Each Food Hub and scientific partner …
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Exploring Strategies for Sustainable Diets The second SWITCH policy workshop, part of the Horizon Europe project, provided valuable insights into innovative strategies and technologies aimed at promoting healthy and sustainable diets across EU regions. The event showcased key digital tools, mission-driven partnerships, and research-backed interventions to facilitate dietary transitions. The SWITCH Digital Hub Experience App …
The exhibition, held from December 16 to 23, 2024, shared the, often-overlooked, story of Gypsy and Traveller families who have long played a role in agriculture and the agri-food sector in the Occitanie region in the South-East of France. Through a historical lens, the exhibition explored the legacy of garlic and lemon sellers and the …
December 5, 2024 – Sardinia. The SWITCH project is working to create sustainable school menus that celebrate the origin of ingredients and highlight local food production in Sardinia. This initiative focuses on the territories of Capoterra, Iglesiente, Linas, and Sulcis, with the goal of connecting students to the rich food heritage of their region. Through …
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Multiple events are lined up in the Gothenburg Food Hub, here is more information: September 10, 2024 – Webinar: Green Gastronomy – Too Good to Resist Discover how to create inviting, plant-based meals using legumes and greens as the foundation. This live webinar features chefs sharing their best tips and experiences to help integrate Swedish …
Join us for a unique opportunity to connect with European projects working towards healthier, more sustainable dietary behaviors and food systems. This is your chance to share knowledge, build partnerships, and amplify the collective impact of our efforts! Date: November 25, 2024 Time: 14:00 – 15:30 CET Location: Online via ZoomRegistration is mandatory. Secure your spot now!Hosted by …
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November 6, 2024 – The Montpellier Food Hub just launched its second activity, a series of co-constructed workshops tackling food challenges in a vulnerable neighbourhood of the city. The activity stems from collaboration with APAJ, an association that provides support for education, workforce and social inclusion at the city level and that has built strong …
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October 27, 2024 – Rome, during the Maker Faire Rome, the SWITCH Food Explorer was showcased to an audience passionate about innovation and sustainability. Posti Srl and UNICAMP introduced attendees to the web app, opening conversations about the future of sustainable and healthy diets. What Makes SWITCH Food Explorer Unique?The SWITCH Food Explorer is an …
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