This Monday, September 16 at noon, 1000 Moules-frites were served in the Rihour village the day after the Grande Braderie de Lille. A solidarity meal that benefited the members of 8 Lille associations (The Red Cross, the Restos du Coeur, Abej, etc.). This operation was possible thanks to the collection of unsold food items throughout the perimeter of the flea market: mussels, desserts, fruit, bread. The Brasserie La Chicorée, at the origin of this initiative, joined forces with the Linkee association to carry out this project.
A popular event for all
A solidarity and anti-waste meal the day after the Grande Braderie is a first in its history, which dates back to the Middle Ages. Arnaud Meniant, owner of La Chicorée, has committed to cooking the 1,000 plates of this unusual lunch. He explains why it is important to him: “There are times of the year when we have to show that we are a popular institution. What is popular is also welcoming everyone. We can come all year round to eat seafood platters, but there are also times when we have to welcome people who are unable to come to the restaurant.”
1 ton of mussels was expected for this meal. Linkee, an organization that offers solidarity logistics solutions to food waste, volunteered on Sunday to collect the food. 150 volunteers mobilized. These volunteers are often beneficiaries, as Brice Benazzouz, head of Linkee, tells us: “Students in need collect the food on Sunday and come eat it on Monday lunchtime or pick it up on Monday evening.” Indeed, all the food collected on Sunday was not only served on Monday lunchtime, but could be distributed to students as usual on Monday evening of the Braderie at the Bazaar St-So.
Lille City Hall congratulates this collaboration. Julien Pilette, municipal councilor, emphasizes “this self-financing on the part of everyone.”
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Title: Solidarity Lunch Serves 1,000 Moules-Frites Meals to Lille Residents, Combating Food Waste and Supporting Local Associations
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In an extraordinary display of solidarity and commitment to reducing food waste, Brasserie La Chicorée, in collaboration with the Linkee association, served 1,000 Moules-frites meals to Lille residents on Monday, September 16, at noon. This unprecedented event took place in the Rihour village, just a day after the iconic Grande Braderie de Lille flea market. The initiative not only brought people together but also benefited eight local associations, including the Red Cross, the Restos du Coeur, and Abej, among others.
A Popular Event for All
This solidarity meal was a first in the history of the Grande Braderie, which dates back to the Middle Ages. Arnaud Meniant, owner of La Chicorée, led the charge in cooking the 1,000 plates of this heartwarming lunch. He emphasized the importance of inclusivity, stating, “There are times of the year when we have to show that we are a popular institution. What is popular is also welcoming everyone. We can come all year round to eat seafood platters, but there are also times when we have to welcome people who are unable to come to the restaurant.”
Fighting Food Waste and Supporting Local Associations
One ton of mussels was collected for this meal, thanks to the efforts of Linkee, an organization that provides solidarity logistics solutions to combat food waste. On Sunday, Linkee volunteered to collect unsold food items from the flea market perimeter, gathering mussels, desserts, fruits, and bread. This collaboration enabled the creation of a delicious, waste-reducing meal that brought together the community.
The Impact of Solidarity Meals
This initiative not only fed hundreds of individuals but also highlighted the importance of reducing food waste and supporting local associations. By partnering with organizations like Linkee, Brasserie La Chicorée demonstrated its commitment to making a positive impact on the community.
The success of this event serves as a testament to the power of collaboration and the importance of addressing food waste. As the world grapples with the challenges of sustainability, initiatives like this solidarity meal inspire hope and encourage others to take action.
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1,000 Moules-frites meals were served to Lille residents on September 16, promoting solidarity and reducing food waste.
Brasserie La Chicorée and Linkee collaborated to collect unsold food items from the Grande Braderie de Lille flea market.
Eight local associations benefited from the initiative, including the Red Cross, the Restos du Coeur, and Abej.
* The event highlighted the importance of reducing food waste and supporting local communities.
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Solidarity Lunch Serves 1,000 Moules-Frites Meals to Lille Residents, Combating Food Waste and Supporting Local Associations
On September 16, 2023, Lille’s Rihour village was abuzz with activity as 1,000 Moules-frites meals were served to the community, marking a remarkable display of solidarity and commitment to reducing food waste. This unprecedented event was made possible by the collaboration between Brasserie La Chicorée and the Linkee association, with the support of eight local associations, including the Red Cross, the Restos du Coeur, and Abej.
A Popular Event for All
This solidarity meal was a first in the history of the Grande Braderie de Lille flea market, which dates back to the Middle Ages. Arnaud Meniant, owner of La Chicorée, led the charge in cooking the 1,000 plates of this heartwarming lunch. He emphasized the importance of inclusivity, stating, “There are times of the year when we have to show that we are a popular institution. What is popular is also welcoming everyone. We can come all year round to eat seafood platters, but there are also times when we have to welcome people who are unable
