Seedlings EAT
A farm-to-table journey — grow it, cook it, serve it
Seedlings EAT is a farm-to-table program that teaches youth how to grow and cook their own healthy food alongside chefs and community gardeners. Inner-city youth get hands-on experience with the full journey of food — from planting and harvesting in community gardens and farms to preparing, plating, and serving in real restaurant kitchens.
Along the way, participants learn nutrition, teamwork, table manners, and etiquette, gaining skills and confidence that reach far beyond the plate.
2018 Initiative Highlights
Served approximately 100 youth in 2018.
Partnered with 3 local community gardens and farms to allow inner-city youth to learn about and experience growing and harvesting produce.
Hosted 4 free youth workshops in Miami restaurants to teach preparing, plating, and serving food, plus lessons on table manners and etiquette.
Hosted 4 free youth cooking workshops around the island of Puerto Rico.