LINZ, AUSTRIA – The first days of "Taste the EU" Youth Exchange kicked off with energy, creativity, and lots of food-related discoveries. 36 participants from three countries gathered in Linz to explore the connection between food, health, and culture.
Day 1: From Plate to Planet... and Skin!
The programme began with an interactive workshop on sustainable nutrition. Participants explored what it really means to eat in a way that's good for both our bodies and the planet. Through group discussions and theatre sketches, they identified good and bad eating habits – with plenty of laughs along the way.
The afternoon took an unexpected turn: from the table to the skin! Young people discovered that many kitchen ingredients – honey, oats, yogurt, avocado – are not just for eating. Working in groups, they created natural face masks and enjoyed a relaxing spa moment together. A perfect way to learn that nature provides everything we need.
Day 2: Lights, Camera, Action!
Day 2 transformed participants into filmmakers. The "Cine Food" workshop challenged groups to create short videos on the theme of Food + Health + Culture. Ideas ranged from fake advertisements for grandma's soup to silent cooking films with funny music.
Armed with smartphones and creativity, teams spread across the venue to film their scenes. The day ended with a mini film festival where all videos were screened – applause, laughter, and meaningful messages included.
What's Next?
The exchange continues with cooking workshops, cultural evenings, and a visit to explore local sustainable food practices. Stay tuned for more updates from Linz!
Taste the EU is funded by the European Union through the Erasmus+ Programme. Partners: Love Unity (Austria), BETTER FUTURE FOR YOUTH (Spain), Pandemic Generation (Türkiye).
