http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-and-wine/trends/trends-features/any-way-you-slice-it-food-prices-are-going-up/article1950411/
Did you know that the average Canadian household spends 17% of income on food? With rising food costs, this amount will push to 20%. That's $20 for every $100 you make.
Be creative with your food dollars - explore ways to enjoy cooking, involve your family and be aware of how you eat.
Fill the Gap is about being creative with simple foods. It's about being more aware about how we use foods at home. Mindful about eating.
So, what can you do to invite this mindfulness about food?
- Talk about it! Chat about food, menus, meals, cooking and planning with friends, co-workers and family.
- Start cooking! Cook with your family at home or join a community kitchen (coming this April to Kingston Community Health Centres). Start from scratch and be impressed by what you can create.
- Start growing! Plant a few vegetables on your terrace, deck or perhaps garden space this spring and summer (lettuce, beans and fresh herbs grow well in a pot). Or, join a community garden space - you will be able to enjoy your own hand-grown foods for less than $20 a year!
- Get involved! Rising food costs mean more pressures for people who may not be able to access or afford a variety of food choices. Look inside your community to see how you may be able to help.
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