On the occasion of World Food Day, JC organized a panel discussion on the theme ‘Food for the body, mind and soul’ in order to further FAO’s goal of delivering affordable and sustainable healthy diets for all. 6 all-women panelists from different walks of the food industry share their thoughts, knowledge and experience in their respective fields.
Panelists:
1. Ameeta Agnihotri – Author & Food Critic
2. Pauline Simon – Researcher, Plant Sciences
3. Priya Thirumurthi – Restaurateur & Organic Farmer
4. Nandheetha Varadaraj – Chef Instructor, Baking Sciences & Pastry Art
5. Vaishnevy Reddy – Mindfulness Coach
6. Virginie Bompoil – Ayurvedic & French Cuisine
Moderated by Merlin Simon, Senior Mentor – JC
Timestamps:
0:00 – Welcome & Introduction of the panelists
6:11 – The latest trends in the food industry
11:48 – What is indigenous cuisine?
14:01 – Vedic eating and Circadian Rythm
19:26 – Maintaining a healthy relationship with food
21:40 – Dangers of emotional eating
25:58 – Chef Nandheetha’s passion and journey with food
29:51 – The surge of home bakers
35:03 – Understanding ayurvedic eating
35:48 – Cooking French cuisine in Chennai
39:23 – Buying local to support farmers
42:01 – Life as an organic farmer
46:20 – Tips to start your own kitchen garden
48:13 – The art of mindful eating
52:35 – Busting myths about ‘healthy’ food
55:02 – Exploring fine dining restaurants and new cuisines
58:38 – Understanding how GMO producing companies work
1:05:11 – How to access healthy food?
1:07:15 – Closing remarks & key takeaways
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