Stadsjochies: ambassador of Biodiversity on your plate
09/01/25
At Stadsjochies, we strongly believe in the power of nature as well as the importance of responsible eating. That is why we are proud to be ambassadors of the new initiative 'Biodiversity on your plate' from Dutch Cuisine. This initiative enables restaurants to demonstrate that they have biodiversity-friendly dishes on their menus. We would like to take you through what this means and how we as Stadsjochies contribute to a sustainable future and tasty dishes.
What is biodiversity?
'Biodiversity' stands for the variety of animal and plant species and their interrelationships. This diversity is crucial for a healthy ecosystem and thus for our food, health and climate. Think of bees that pollinate flowers, soil organisms that provide fertile soil, and plants that produce oxygen. Protecting and promoting biodiversity is therefore not only important for nature, but also for our daily lives.
Dutch cuisine and biodiversity
With the 'Biodiversity on your plate' initiative, Dutch Cuisine is committed to making biodiversity tangible for both restaurants and guests. The idea is simple but powerful: dishes on the menu that are biodiversity-friendly will receive a special quality mark. This means that these dishes consist of locally produced, seasonal and varied ingredients grown in a sustainable way.
How Stadsjochies contributes
At Stadsjochies, we do more than just cook: we also grow our own! As a grower and supplier to our own catering industry, we have a direct influence on the choices we make. Here's what we do concretely to promote biodiversity:
- Local and sustainable cultivation: we grow vegetables, flowers and herbs in a way that promotes soil health, without using chemical pesticides.
- Seasonal dishes: our menu is tailored to what the season has to offer. This means less impact on the environment and always the freshest flavours.
- Variety on the plate: we aim to introduce lesser-known crops and forgotten vegetables into our dishes. This encourages agricultural diversity and enriches your culinary experience.
- Cooperation with local partners: in addition to our own cultivation, we cooperate with local farmers and producers who share the same values. This way, we support the regional economy and reduce our ecological footprint.
What does this mean for you as a guest?
When you come to eat at Stadsjochies, you can be confident that you are choosing dishes that are good for you and for our nature. Our biodiversity-friendly dishes are clearly recognisable on the menu. You will discover surprising combinations, pure flavours and the story behind each ingredient. What's more, you even do your bit for the preservation of our nature.
Working together for a sustainable future
'Biodiversity on your plate' is more than a label: it is a movement towards a more sustainable and tasteful future. At Stadsjochies, we are proud to be part of this. We cordially invite you to experience this adventure with us. Come along, taste our biodiversity-friendly dishes, and discover how tasty sustainable can be!
See you soon at Stadsjochies, eg woar!