From Foodscapes to Policy: How Research Became Public Action In October 2025, Montpellier Méditerranée Métropole made history. With the adoption of the Food Landscape Transformation Strategy (PALM), the Metropolitan Council became the first local authority in France to formally approve a comprehensive public policy dedicated to transforming food environments. At a time when food-related public …
On 28 November, Rome – The SWITCH Marathon arrived at the Mercato di Campagna Amica in Rome, creating a space where researchers, institutions, farmers, and citizens could meet and reflect together on the future of healthy and sustainable food systems. The morning unfolded among market stalls, and direct conversations with the local community. Participants took …
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25th August, 2025, Gothenburg – In spring 2025, lively debates filled the media: What is actually Gothenburg’s most typical dish, and why do we need a new signature dish? Classic local favourites like the halv special and shrimp sandwich will of course live on, but the aim is to highlight an exciting and sustainable new …
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On May 27, the city of Donosti-San Sebastián hosted a pivotal SWITCH event that brought together stakeholders from the food, education, and sustainability sectors. The event centered on one of the most impactful public food environments in our communities: school meals. This event was a rich space for dialogue on how we nourish future generations …
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On July 1, the Metropolis of Montpellier celebrated the 10th anniversary of its agroecological and food policy. To mark the occasion, its vice-president, Isabelle Touzard, invited the partners who have worked together to develop this innovative public initiative: agricultural organisations, consumer and food aid associations, the Montpellier wholesale food market, local authorities, Metropolis support services, …
The SWITCH project in Sardinia is leading change in school canteens’ menus. Over the past year, four events have been held across the region, each one focused on raising awareness around sustainable food systems. The final event, hosted in the city of Iglesias on April 7th, marked a major milestone with a spotlight on an …
On April 3, the vibrant heart of Gothenburg was buzzing with ideas, flavours, and inspiration as the city’s annual Science Festival unfolded in Nordstan. Among the many exciting events, SWITCH and FullkornsFrämjandet joined forces to bring whole grains and sustainability into the spotlight. During the event, visitors were invited to discover the power of whole …
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. …
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 …