Community Industrial Kitchen

I believe an industrial kitchen would promote health, wellbeing and inclusion within the Manningham community. Being able to cook for yourself is an essential skill that does not always come easily or naturally. It is important that people of varying abilities and financial means are able to understand what a healthy diet consists of and learn essential skills on how to prepare meals for themselves. By building a community kitchen, cooking classes teaching meal preparation skills can be held for people needing assistance and education in this space. In addition, people attending these classes will build confidence and connections.

A Community Industrial Kitchen in Manningham will unite people of varying abilities in a safe place where they can learn about health, cooking and inclusion. This kitchen, and subsequently cooking classes, would serve as a means to educate people on how to budget for and cook nutritious meals, and develop knowledge of how to incorporate a healthy diet into their lifestyle. In addition it would bring a sense inclusion, belonging and connection to the community and would address issues such as obesity and social isolation in a practical and encouraging learning environment.