Parent cooking classes 'built my confidence'
New cooking scheme aims to help parents learn healthy recipes which are convenient to make.
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"Its all about convenience and this allows me to create something from scratch, with fresh ingredients that I can give my family."
— Laura Weller , Other
"It's tough to find meals which are both affordable and healthy, that families have time to make."
— Alex Kosmas , Executive
"The parents now know how to make the recipes, they can try them at home."
— Rivelino Rodriguez , Academic
"We don't have time to learn everyday cooking, and you go into the shops, and everything is pre-packed."
— Ros de Carteret , Other
"We aim to help people develop real life skills and inspire them to try new foods."
— Rebecca Silk , Executive
Key People
Representative from the Health Improvement Commission discussing meal affordability.
Parent who attended cooking classes to learn healthy meal preparation.
Operations manager at St Martin's Community Centre involved in cooking program.
Chef lecturer at The Guernsey Institute leading cooking sessions.
Parent sharing challenges of cooking with limited time.
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