SCHOOL LUNCH VIDEO SERIES #2
The
Food and Nutrition Committee of the Place Under The Pine has put
together a series of videos documenting the School Lunch program. The
general policy around food in the PUTP has always been focused on
moderation, variation, and holistic nutrition. The school lunch program
has tried to incorporate these values, but, there are challenges.
Finding the right container system is a challenge. The citizens of the PUTP have big appetites, and therefore, need big containers. Starting this school year, the lunch program began using a bento box style container - the GoGreen Lunchbox. The compartment system made it very easy to divide and conquer. The deep compartments also allowed for plenty of food to be packed away. Having only one box kept it simple.
Leftovers have been incorporated into lunches more often this year. There are plenty of benefits to leftovers - They are already made. They add variety to lunch. They are often healthy as well.
With three little citizens now requiring lunches daily, a production system to put everything together needs to be efficient. Watch the lunch making process in action.
There is also a need to ensure the food that is sent is enjoyed by the young citizens. That the correct amount of food is being sent. And, feedback documented and future lunches adjusted accordingly.
Research into improving lunches is a never ending task. There are plenty of resources on the web to inspire you. The PUTP has put together a youtube playlist of various school lunch ideas - everything from rainbow bread sandwiches to shaped cheese. Click the LINK to watch some of the best youtube school lunch ideas.
PREVIOUS SCHOOL LUNCH IDEAS VIDEO SERIES - CLICK HERE
Finding the right container system is a challenge. The citizens of the PUTP have big appetites, and therefore, need big containers. Starting this school year, the lunch program began using a bento box style container - the GoGreen Lunchbox. The compartment system made it very easy to divide and conquer. The deep compartments also allowed for plenty of food to be packed away. Having only one box kept it simple.
Leftovers have been incorporated into lunches more often this year. There are plenty of benefits to leftovers - They are already made. They add variety to lunch. They are often healthy as well.
With three little citizens now requiring lunches daily, a production system to put everything together needs to be efficient. Watch the lunch making process in action.
There is also a need to ensure the food that is sent is enjoyed by the young citizens. That the correct amount of food is being sent. And, feedback documented and future lunches adjusted accordingly.
Research into improving lunches is a never ending task. There are plenty of resources on the web to inspire you. The PUTP has put together a youtube playlist of various school lunch ideas - everything from rainbow bread sandwiches to shaped cheese. Click the LINK to watch some of the best youtube school lunch ideas.
PREVIOUS SCHOOL LUNCH IDEAS VIDEO SERIES - CLICK HERE
