Wednesday 19 November 2025 | Terra at Tottington Manor
Building on the progress made with the Sustainability Toolkit, the next step is to explore a new initiative proposed by the Brighton & Hove Food Partnership (BHFP), first discussed at the July 2024 Round Table.
The project would see restaurants, pubs and cafés across Brighton, Hove and Sussex add one Climate and Nature Friendly Plate to their menu; a dish designed to taste the season, respect the planet and support the community. The campaign aims to launch in January 2026 with public-facing marketing and support materials for participating venues.
To make sure the guidelines for what counts as a Climate and Nature Friendly Plate are clear, practical and achievable, BHFP are inviting feedback from chefs and venue owners at this upcoming workshop.
Together, we’ll discuss:
- what elements could be implemented immediately (or are already happening)
- what might need adjusting
- what feels most challenging
- and whether anything important is missing
The proposed guidelines encourage approaches such as:
- making plants the star of the plate
- using local, seasonal and fresh ingredients
- sourcing less and better animal protein
- minimising waste and protecting biodiversity
The aim is to refine and finalise these guidelines so they work in the real world, in busy kitchens and on live menus, before the campaign launches.
If you’re a chef, restaurant owner or hospitality professional who’d like to contribute, join us at Terra, Tottington Manor on Wednesday 19 November.
Request an invitation: hello@restaurantsbrighton.co.uk