Celebrating nutrition with these five FAO cookbooks

FAO story May 01 2021

Figure: Pulses come in all shapes, sizes and colours – so there’s something for everyone. ©FAO/Pedro Costa Gomes.

Meal after meal. Day after day. It’s easy to get into routines with food and forget about the variety of fruits, vegetables, grains and other foods that exist, with all the different nutritional benefits that they offer.

If that sounds familiar, then FAO is here to help. Drawing on our experiences from around the world, we’ve consulted with local cooks, chefs and families to put together some fascinating and useful cookbooks. They’re designed to not only celebrate local cuisines, but to recognise the nutritious value of traditional meals eaten around the globe. Poor diets and disease are some of the top causes of undernutrition, so promoting sustainable, healthy recipes is key to helping households make informed food choices.

So, if you’re interested in trying some new, nutritious dishes, here are five FAO cookbooks that are bound to inspire you.

FAO is passionate about improving food security and nutrition for communities around the world. Our cookbooks celebrate the diversity of food, draw attention to their nutritional value and the cultural significance behind them.  So next time you’re looking for some cooking inspiration, you know where to come!

See http://www.fao.org/fao-stories/article/en/c/1366126/