全球慶祝永續美食日
Celebrating Sustainable Gastronomy Day worldwide
Updated at: June 18, 2026 at 11:15 AM
6月18日是全球永續美食日，這是聯合國發起的一項全球倡議，旨在慶祝我們的食物、文化與地球健康之間至關重要的連結。
On June 18, the world observes Sustainable Gastronomy Day, a global initiative established by the United Nations to celebrate the vital link between our food, our culture, and the health of our planet.
美食學常被稱為食物的藝術與科學，但它同時也是環境管理的強力工具。
Gastronomy is often called the art and science of food, but it is also a powerful tool for environmental stewardship.
永續美食鼓勵我們透過聚焦於在地採購、當季食材來反思我們的飲食習慣。
Sustainable gastronomy encourages us to rethink our habits by focusing on locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.
藉由縮短食物從「產地到餐桌」的距離，我們可以大幅降低碳足跡。
By reducing the distance food travels from 'farm-to-table,' we can significantly lower our carbon footprint.
除了保護氣候外，這項運動也提倡保存烹飪遺產，藉以尊重如日本和食（Washoku）或健康的地中海飲食等傳統技法。
Beyond protecting the climate, this movement champions the preservation of culinary heritage, honoring traditional techniques like Japan’s Washoku or the healthy Mediterranean diet.
它也解決了對抗食物浪費的迫切需求，目前全球有三分之一的生產量都在此挑戰中流失。
It also addresses the urgent need to combat food waste, a challenge where one-third of global production is currently lost.
慶祝這一天不只是為了享受美食；而是為了尊重那些生產食物者的勞動、促進生物多樣性，並確保我們的糧食系統能為後代子孫保持韌性。
Celebrating this day is not just about enjoying a meal; it is about respecting the labor of those who produce our food, promoting biodiversity, and ensuring that our food systems remain resilient for future generations.
