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Programmes

One platform. Many programmes. Delivered year-round.

Events are one expression of The Global Plate. Our programmes run throughout the year with schools, young people, chefs, institutions and communities.

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Programme areas

Where food becomes learning, skills and livelihoods

New programmes are added as partnerships and funding are confirmed.

A large audience at a food and culture event

The Global Plate Events

Flagship celebrations, festivals and culinary experiences delivered under the platform.

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Students learning about nutrition in a classroom

Schools Programme

Food education delivered with schools: nutrition, food safety, culinary skills, agriculture and careers.

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Trainee chefs practising knife skills in a kitchen

Culinary Skills Programme

Practical kitchen training covering technique, hygiene, costing and professionalism.

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A spread of fresh, balanced local dishes

Nutrition Education

Healthy eating, balanced local diets, food safety and wellbeing awareness for young people and families.

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A chef mentoring a young apprentice while plating a dish

Young Chef Programme

A structured pathway for young people exploring culinary careers, with mentorship from working chefs.

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A young entrepreneur presenting packaged food products

Food Entrepreneurship Programme

Turning culinary skills into viable small businesses — products, pricing, packaging and customers.

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Volunteers serving hot meals at a community outreach

Community Food Programme

Inclusive community interventions that extend participation beyond formal school settings.

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Chefs assessing plated dishes at a culinary event

Chef Masterclasses

Demonstrations and masterclasses with professional chefs, bakers and food creators.

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Drummers and dancers at a cultural celebration

Food & Culture Experiences

Exhibitions and cultural programming that celebrate heritage cuisine and local ingredients.

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A market trader with fresh local produce

Mentorship

Connecting young participants with chefs, entrepreneurs, nutritionists and hospitality professionals.

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Farmers harvesting fresh vegetables at sunrise

Food Innovation

Exploring new products, processing, value addition and creative uses of local ingredients.

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