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Dolmio, in partnership with Sodexo and Foodbank, has announced the return of the Great Dolmio Cookoff. This year, the goal is to provide 10,000 nutritious meals to those in need on the NSW Central Coast \u2013 doubling last year\u2019s target of 5,000 meals.
Taking place from 14 to 17 October, the event is set to draw attention to World Food Day on 16 October \u2013 a global call to action against hunger \u2013 while supporting the NSW Central Coast community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Foodbank Hunger Report 2024 revealed 3.4 million Australian households are experiencing food insecurity, including 2 million who are experiencing severe food insecurity1. To continue supporting the local community, Dolmio is once again converting the R&D kitchen at its Central Coast production facility into a meal-prepping hub, where 100 volunteers from the Dolmio,
Sodexo and Coast Shelter teams will work tirelessly to meet this year\u2019s ambitious goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bill Heague, General Manager of Mars Food & Nutrition Australia, said that the Great Dolmio Cookoff is an important initiative. “This year, we\u2019re raising the bar – our goal is to provide 10,000 cooked meals to people facing food insecurity in our local community via Foodbank and Coast Shelter. A spaghetti Bolognese is one of Australia\u2019s favourite meals. However, sadly we know from the Foodbank Hunger Report that there are many people out there who aren\u2019t able to enjoy it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s why Dolmio \u2013 and our passionate Associates \u2013 are once again proud to partner with Sodexo and Foodbank to help cook up meals to support people here on the Central Coast.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Image: (Left to right) Rachel Humphrey (Marketing Director at Mars Food & Nutrition Australia), Varya Vozchikova (Interim CFO at Mars Food & Nutrition Australia) and Andrew Borg (Supply Chain Director at Mars Food & Nutrition Australia) are packing delicious and nutritious spaghetti Bolognese meals in the Mars Food & Nutrition Australia\u2019s commercial R&D kitchen, for local people in need.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Sodexo, a global leader in sustainable food, hospitality, and facilities management services, is actively involved in providing operational support and supplying essential ingredients for the 10,000 meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keith Weston, Managing Director of Sodexo Australia, emphasised their commitment to the cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Image: (Left to right) Bill Heague (General Manager at Mars Food & Nutrition Australia), Tammie Evans (Brand & Communications DE&I Director at Sodexo Australia), Parth Zalawadia (National Purchasing Officer at Foodbank), Taylan Redden (Community Engagement Coordinator at Foodbank) and Andrew Borg (Supply Chain Director at Mars Food & Nutrition Australia) ready to pack prepared meals into the Foodbank Ute for delivery to local people in need.\u00a0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

“We are proud to once again team up with Dolmio and Foodbank to meet the growing need for food relief nationwide. As the cost of living continues to rise, it\u2019s more critical than ever that we come together to support those who need it most. We want to be part of the solution to end hunger within our communities. This vision is only possible through collaboration with our clients, suppliers and charity partners. As part of our global Stop Hunger initiative to fight food insecurity, we have pledged to donate one million meals to the communities we are proud to serve in Australia by 2030.” he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The teams will prepare delicious and nutritious spaghetti Bolognese meals, both beef and vegetarian, using fresh ingredients, including Dolmio Bolognese sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brianna Casey AM, CEO of Foodbank, highlighted the importance of such initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“We are facing an unprecedented demand for food relief, and initiatives like the Great Dolmio Cookoff are essential to our work. The continued support from Mars Food & Nutrition Australia and Sodexo enables us to deliver meals where they are needed most, and this year\u2019s expanded target of 10,000 meals is an incredible testament to their commitment to making a difference.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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