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“We need to have a course in school that teaches about ecology and gastronomy. I could imagine that all children could eat at school for free and that the cafeteria would become part of the school's curriculum.” quote by Alice Waters
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“We need to have a course in school that teaches about ecology and gastronomy. I could imagine that all children could eat at school for free and that the cafeteria would become part of the school's curriculum.”

Alice Waters

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Source Interview: Public talk on sustainable education, 2021

She proposes integrating ecology and food studies into school curricula, including free meals.

In simple terms: Teach ecology and cooking in schools with free meals.

Key Takeaway

Promote sustainable, hands‑on learning.

Themes

education ecology gastronomy nutrition

Mood

optimistic pragmatic

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • school programs
  • community gardens
  • policy development

Key Concepts

sustainability curriculum design

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can schools fund such programs?
  • What outcomes would you measure?
A Different Perspective

Implementation costs and logistics are challenging.

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