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A lifestyle choice that excludes all forms of animal exploitation and cruelty, not only in diet but also in clothing and other purposes. Example: A vegan burrito excluding all animal products.

Food products grown without synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, and genetically modified organisms. Example: Organic vegetables used in a salad.

A measure of the transportation distance between where food is produced and where it is consumed. The goal is to minimize these miles to reduce carbon emissions. Example: Choosing a nearby apple orchard over imported apples.

Packaging made from materials that can break down naturally in the environment without causing harm. Example: Takeaway containers made from plant fibers.

A person who prefers eating food that is locally produced, not moved long distances to market. Example: Someone who shops predominantly at farmers' markets.

Menus that are adjusted regularly to include ingredients that are currently in season, resulting in fresher and tastier food. Example: A salad with winter squash served in autumn.

Seafood from either fished or farmed sources that can maintain or increase production without jeopardizing the ecosystem. Example: MSC-certified fish.

A movement that promotes serving local food at restaurants and school cafeterias, preferably through direct acquisition from the producer. Example: A restaurant sourcing its produce from local farms.

Dishes that do not include meat, poultry, or fish, catering to those who avoid these products for ethical, health, or environmental reasons. Example: A vegetarian lasagna.

A cooking philosophy that focuses on using every part of a food item to minimize waste. Example: Using vegetable peels for stocks or fermenting them for pickles.

Plant species that have been passed down through generations, not typically grown on a large commercial scale, often for their flavor or resistance to local pests and diseases. Example: Heirloom tomatoes in a salad.

A system in which consumers buy shares of a farmer's harvest in advance and receive a portion of the produce throughout the growing season. Example: Subscribers receive a weekly box of mixed farm produce.

The process of recycling organic waste, such as food scraps and yard waste, into a valuable fertilizer that can enrich soil. Example: A restaurant composts its vegetable scraps.

A movement that encourages taking the time to enjoy meals, as well as the use of local, high-quality, and sustainably-sourced ingredients. Example: An Italian restaurant that promotes traditional cooking methods.