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Spotlight On Sabina: A Journey From Tradition To Sustainability

Published 7 November 2024
Through the City of Port Phillip's Environmental Leadership Course, Sabina is transforming her passion for sustainability and food education into community impact.

Growing up in Korea, fermented foods were a daily staple for Sabina. Yet, she used to feel hesitant sharing dishes like kimchi due to its strong aroma and unique appearance. However, moving to Melbourne changed everything. Missing her favourite flavours, she began making her own kimchi using vibrant, locally sourced ingredients. This journey led her to create a unique ruby-red kimchi and sparked passion for reducing food waste through fermentation.

Inspired by her heritage and an eye-opening moment during a food shop where she noticed discarded beetroot stalks, Sabina's course project, "Where Are My Beetroot Stalks?" aims to reimagine how we view and use vegetable parts that are often overlooked. Her workshop teaches participants preservation techniques, such as fermentation, to give new life to produce like beetroot stalks while benefiting both health and the environment.

With the Environmental Leadership Course laying the foundation, Sabina is bringing her innovative approach to South Melbourne Market, showing us all how food education, creativity and sustainability can come together for a healthier planet.

Workshop details: 
Where are my Beetroot Stalks?

Date: Wednesday, November 13th, 11:00 AM
Duration: 1 hour
Location: South Melbourne Market Foodhall Courtyard
Bring: One forgotten apple or pear from your fridge, and a container for your kimchi
Cost: Free
How to Join: Seats are extremely limited! To reserve a spot, please email your interest to wherearemybeetrootstalks@gmail.com

*Selected participants will receive further details by email.

 

Missed out on your spot to Sabina's workshop? Try her Beetroot Kimchi recipe at home! 

Inspired by Sabina's work? Learn more about the Environmental Leadership Course here.

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