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Sodexo rewarded the creativity and technical excellence of three of its finalist chefs during Cook for Change, its international competition dedicated to sustainable food. The award ceremony took place on November 14th in Paris, in the presence of an exceptional jury chaired by Michelin-starred chef Frédéric Anton.
With the ambition to be the leader in sustainable food, Sodexo places its chefs at the heart of its strategy to accelerate the shift toward healthier and more environmentally friendly eating. For the past three years, the Group has organized an international competition that highlights the creativity of its chefs from around the world. Their challenge: to create an original menu that combines deliciousness with environmental responsibility. Made with plant-based and sustainable ingredients, these recipes aim to reduce food waste while celebrating tasty, planet-friendly cuisine. This unique competition underscores the growing importance of ethical eating by bringing together chefs from across the globe to demonstrate that it is possible to balance taste, creativity, and respect for the environment.
Among the 330 candidates, 8 finalist chefs were selected for a week of intensive training and culinary challenges in Paris. At the end of this week, they competed in a grand finale held at the Ecole Lenôtre on November 13, 2024. The prestigious jury, composed of 5 chefs*, evaluated their signature dishes, as well as their desserts created using mystery ingredients revealed the day before.
“Our Cook for Change competition embodies our vision of what the future of food will look like: an art that combines health, culinary pleasure, and respect for the planet. I am extremely proud of the talent and passion of our chefs, who perfectly demonstrate the power of gastronomy to bring us together and inspire us. They play a crucial role in our ability to shift consumer behaviour and promote a more sustainable food future."
“Congratulations to all our incredible finalists who have shown that sustainable cuisine can be both delicious, beautiful, and innovative. Their passion and technical mastery are a true source of inspiration for the chefs of tomorrow. As a jury, it is a privilege to witness talents that respect the seasons and plant-based ingredients, while surprising us with their creativity. The future of sustainable cuisine is promising!”
* An Exceptional Jury to Select the 8 Finalists:
The replay of the award ceremony is available on YouTube.
On November 14, 2024, Sodexo also revealed the results of the 2nd edition of the International Sustainable Food Barometer, conducted in partnership with Toluna Harris Interactive. This study, carried out in July 2024 among more than 7,000 people in Brazil, the United States, France, India, and the United Kingdom, aims to identify the barriers and practical levers to changing eating habits and accelerating the shift toward more sustainable diets.
The detailed results of the Barometer are available here.
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