National Food Day

🌿 Celebrating Food Day: Nourishing People, Planet, and Community | Good Thyme Gal...

Every year on October 24th, food lovers, farmers, and mindful eaters around the country come together to celebrate Food Day, a day dedicated to promoting healthy, affordable, and sustainable food for all. More than just a celebration of flavors, Food Day is a call to action, to make choices that support both personal wellness and a more equitable food system.

Here at Good Thyme Gal, we believe that food has the power to connect people, nurture communities, and inspire change. From the recipes we share to the ingredients we choose, our kitchen philosophy centers around fairness, mindfulness, and joy. Food Day perfectly aligns with these values, reminding us that every bite we take can make a positive impact.

🍎 The Importance of Food Day

Food Day was established to encourage people to eat real food, fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and sustainable proteins, while supporting fair wages, local farmers, and environmental health. It’s a day to celebrate food that’s not just delicious, but also ethically grown, accessible, and nourishing for everyone.

This special day also highlights key issues in our global food system, such as food insecurity, climate change, and food waste. By making thoughtful choices in our own kitchens, we can play a role in building a more equitable and sustainable future.

At Good Thyme Gal, every recipe is created with intention, balancing comfort and conscience. Food Day reminds us that cooking isn’t only about flavor, but also about purpose and progress.

🌿 Why Food Day Aligns with Good Thyme Gal

Food Day embodies everything Good Thyme Gal stands for: joy, equity, and connection through cooking.

• 🌾 Equity in the kitchen: We believe everyone deserves access to fresh, affordable ingredients, and recipes that empower them to cook confidently.

• 🌍 Sustainability: Choosing local produce, reducing food waste, and celebrating seasonal ingredients are small but powerful ways to protect the planet.

• 💛 Community: Food is best enjoyed when it brings people together, whether at the table, in the garden, or through shared stories and meals.

• 🧂 Flavor with integrity: Our recipes are built on love, simplicity, and respect for the ingredients; a reflection of how we want to care for the world around us.

Food Day is a moment to honor those values, one meal at a time.

🥕 Equitable Roasted Harvest Bowl Recipe

Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 25 minutes

A warm, nourishing dish that celebrates seasonal produce and mindful eating.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cubed sweet potatoes

• 2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved

• 1 red onion, sliced

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice

• ½ cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained

• 2 tablespoons tahini

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey

• 1 tablespoon warm water (to thin)

• Fresh herbs (parsley or thyme) for garnish

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Toss the veggies: In a large bowl, combine sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and onion with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the sheet.

3. Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and caramelized.

4. Prepare the tahini dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, and warm water until smooth.

5. Assemble the bowl: Divide quinoa among bowls, top with roasted vegetables and chickpeas, and drizzle generously with tahini dressing. Garnish with herbs and enjoy warm.

Good Thyme Gal Tip:Buy local or farmers’ market produce when possible to support regional growers and reduce your carbon footprint. For an extra touch of crunch, add roasted nuts or seeds!

🌎 Why Food Day Matters

Food Day reminds us that the act of eating can be revolutionary. Every time we choose whole, plant-forward, and ethically sourced meals, we’re voting for a better world, one that values people, health, and the planet.

At Good Thyme Gal, we celebrate food that feels good, tastes good, and does good. On this Food Day, let’s come together to honor the farmers, food workers, and home cooks who make nourishment possible. Because when we share food with purpose, we share love, and that’s what a good thyme is all about. 🌿