12 March,2010 08:03 AM IST | | Anshuman G Dutta
If you are one of those who believe the four food groups are fast, frozen, instant and chocolate, head to the Commonwealth Games, and savour cuisines from across the world
World class infrastructure and fool-proof security aren't the only concerns of the Commonwealth Games organisers. Food is right up there on the priority list.
The CWG Federation will serve region-specific cuisines during the Games
"When it comes to catering during the Games we are talking about preparing food for athletes from across the world. As per our initial estimates we are looking forward to serve about 40 lakh plates during the event," said an official on condition of anonymity.
The food would be provided to the players, officials, volunteers and the spectators who would come to the Games village to witness the events.
"It will be a round-the-clock dining service for more than 8,000 athletes and officials, 30,000 volunteers and technical officials. I am not sure about the number of plates or meals that would be cooked but it has to be huge in number," said official spokesperson, CWG Federation, Lalit Bhanot.
Meals for the sportspersons would have nutrition cards. Besides the calorific value of the food, the cards would
FOOD FOR THOUGHT |
The nutritional parameters of the food have been set by the CWG Federation only and international food and diet experts are being consulted to ensure that quality. Right from the fresh raw materials to the service, the CWG officials would be monitoring everything. Keeping in mind the requirement of cooking staff the vendors are also expected to bring in a team of well qualified chefs and assistants from the specific regions. |