Eat More Plants with Ali Honour - Saturday 31st May

📅 Date: Saturday 31st May
⏰ Time: 3pm
📍 Location: GROW HQ, Waterford

Join us for a vibrant and inspiring demo showcasing fresh, seasonal, and plant-based salads - with beans as the hero ingredient! 

This session led by the Queen Bean herself, Ali Honour, will introduce you to simple techniques that enhance flavour, texture, and nutrition, making it easier than ever to enjoy delicious, nourishing meals.

Learn the salad-building basics, about how to enhance taste and texture while boosting nutrition in what you prepare.

Salad-Building Basics: Master the art of creating balanced, flavourful summer salads.​

Enhancing Taste & Texture: Discover easy ways to elevate your dishes with simple techniques.​

Boosting Nutrition: Learn how beans add protein, fiber, and essential nutrients to your meals.​

Sustainability Benefits: Understand why beans are an eco-friendly choice:​

Low carbon footprint​: Understanding Nitrogen-fixing properties (helping enrich soil naturally)​ and minimal water use​

This engaging demo will leave you inspired to eat more plants and incorporate beans into your everyday meals effortlessly. Get ready to transform your salads into wholesome, satisfying dishes perfect for summer! ​

Ali is a climate-conscious Advocate whose journey began with a love for growing and cooking food in their early years. Inspired by the connection between food, health, and the environment, she trained as a chef and developed a passion for sustainable, zero-waste practices. Over the years, she’s become a leading voice in rethinking food systems, focusing on plant-based, ethical, and low-carbon dining. Through collaborations with organisations like Chef’s Manifesto, Beans Is How and Blue Earth Summit, they advocate for regenerative agriculture, ethical sourcing, and the power of pulses in addressing global challenges. Her work highlights the importance of reducing food waste, promoting biodiversity, and supporting local farmers. From innovative culinary projects to educational initiatives, Ali has dedicated her career to inspiring change and creating a healthier, more sustainable future for people and the planet.

Cancellation Policy:
We operate a 48-hour cancellation policy. If you cancel your booking at least 48 hours prior to the event you will be refunded. Cancellations made less than 48 hours prior to the date will not be refunded.

Allergies:
Please advise us of any dietary requirements and allergens when booking (email:allen@giy.ie) as we are unable to change the menu on the day.

To reserve your spot, simply add this event to your cart and complete your purchase at checkout. Once booked, you’ll receive a confirmation email with all the details you need for the day.

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