Agroecological foods to celebrate now.

This is for UK based chefs who want to make DELICIOUS food and create positive change in our food system.


Chefs have the power to shape food trends, so it’s time we used it! By celebrating these ingredients on our menus today, we can shift the way we all eat for the better.

How to use Todays Menu

We know you're busy, so start with the key takeaways at the top of each section for quick insights. But don’t miss out on the fantastic recipes, interviews, and practical tips from the inspiring chefs who contributed to this resource. For the curious chefs, there are lots of interesting topics to dive into!

Want to know how we put together Today's Menu? Or what we mean by agroecological foods? Scroll to the bottom for more info!


Cover image credit: Matt Ankers

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Guiding Principles

Whenever you’re sourcing food for your menus, these two principles are everything.

Farmer - Chef Connections

Farmers are our partners, we need to collaborate with and support them in producing our food

Seasonality

Sourcing seasonal food guarantees great flavour and supports good farming practices.

THE INGREDIENTS

Learn More about Todays Menu

The global food system is constantly changing and adapting, and so will this resource. Ingredients and ideas will be removed and added as appropriate. So, keep coming back as we present the latest foods that deserve a place on our menus today.

This is just the beginning. There are so many more foods to explore, including spices, dairy, oil, sugar, and the sea's bounty. Stay tuned—these will be coming soon!

Research Credit: Jack Peppiatt, Caitlin Tacey, Arran Denning, Marta de Miguel Sansaloni, Dylan Grinker