Today marks the first solar term of the 24 solar terms, "Spring Begins" indicating the beginning of spring. At this time, the weather can be warm yet still chilly, with high humidity, which can easily lead to irritability and affect digestion.

As the year draws to a close, the recyclers of Food Commons@Shatin carried out a big cleaning at the center, thoroughly cleaning the tools needed for recycling and sharing leftovers, preparing for the new year's work, and continuing to serve everyone attentively in the coming year.

The Chinese New Year is one of the most important traditional festivals for Hong Kong people. Next Tuesday, the 29th of the Lunar year, is New Year's Eve (there is no New Year's Eve this year!). Many families will prepare a sumptuous reunion dinner. However, the problem of food waste is particularly prominent at this time. Here are some green living tips to help you celebrate the Chinese New Year while reducing food waste.

Tips for preparing a family reunion dinner

Last Friday (17/1), Food Commons Foundation and the volunteer service group of Chan Sui Ki (La Salle) College went to Tai Wai Market to collect leftover vegetables. Each student showed 100% dedication throughout the entire process of collecting and sharing the leftover vegetables. The grandmothers who received the vegetables were full of praise for them!

Increase resources to support food recovery and charitable donations 

The Food Commons Foundation has submitted recommendations for the 2025/26 fiscal budget public consultation, focusing on creating a sustainable society through enhanced support for food recovery and charitable donations. The suggestions aim to address current economic challenges, reduce food waste, and raise public awareness about the importance of food conservation.

Today (January 20, 2025) marks the last of the twenty-four solar terms, "Major Cold," indicating that the weather is at its coldest. During this period, it is beneficial to consume dishes made from the following vegetables: