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American Food and Food Culture

Food Choice in America
Why Americans Eat What They Do

An insightful look at what motivates Americans to buy the food they do. Where do parents think their kids eat, and where are they really eating? Why do some restaurants have lines out the door, while others are a “no wait” zone. Why wait when you call ahead? Grass-raised versus corn fed, who cares. Oh and Fair Trade, so what? This fact packed presentation will shed some light on why we choose what we do and what motivates food choice across America, now and in the future. back to top

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Time, Money and Real Estate
When Economics Collide with Calories

We all agree that eating well means balancing calories in with calories out and making the best food choices we can. But what happens when the world we live in starts to control where, when and what we can eat? What happens when the time we used to spend at the gym is now spent in our cars, simply getting to work? In America, eating well and watching our weight is no longer as simple as eating, working out and being responsible adults. For many Americans, trying to eating well is a delicate balance, sandwiched between family, the daily commute, after school activity and life. In this presentation, we examine the factors that are truly impacting healthful food and lifestyle choices in America. back to top

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What You Eat Can Change Your Landscape

In a time of rapidly disappearing farmland, our landscape is changing forever. What does this mean to Americans, our palates and our plates? What are the consequences? In this thought-provoking presentation, we examine how the loss of farmland and green space impacts food production, the economy, and potentially, homeland security. We will also examine what we can do to maintain our landscape, keep American farmers in business and help local communities thrive. back to top

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From Wall Street to Main Street
Tracing food, food decisions and food roots in America

What motivates food product development? Does health really sell? What’s behind the menu and who decides what ingredient is really in, or really out? An insightful look at food, food trends, food politics, trade, agriculture and industry from the Field to the Plate.

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Layers of Green
Uncovering America’s journey to a sustainable future

What took us so long? This “look back to the future” presentation traces America’s journey towards the local foods movement, renewable energy and a sustainable future. We’ll look at defining moments, tipping points and who continues to lead the charge. We’ll also look at what motivates which consumers to choose environmentally friendly solutions and which solutions those are. Also included in this presentation a “Food Choice Pathways” map that outlines the steps towards a more sustainable food life, literally from 101-606.

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Sowing the Seeds of Food Memories
Conversations about Food

A series of inspirational readings about food from great American food writers. Following each brief reading, we’ll engage in lively dialog to consider the relevance of these readings to current food choice and life in America. A heart-warming session guarantee to stir emotions and food memories.

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