Organic food has been widely available for a while now, but for many people, it seems that there is still a lack of understanding as to what it actually means to eat organically, and why organic produce is infinitely better for both our wellbeing and the planet. What follows is our guide to what organic really means, and why organic cuisine is the optimum choice for any occasion.
What is organic?
Food can be categorised as organic only when it is produced using environmentally and animal friendly farming methods on organic farms. The term ‘organic’ was coined by English agriculturalist Walter James in the mid-20th century, to reflect the sense that a farm is like a living organism. Presently, government regulations defined organic to mean that the use of pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, and other chemicals is avoided or greatly restricted.
Organic radishes by ilovebutter
Why is organic food better for me?
With organic food, there is a whole host of benefits that come hand in hand with the farming practices that help to classify produce as organic.
Eating organic food can reduce your exposure to chemicals that are frequently used as pesticides within non-organic farming, and you can be safe in the knowledge that hydrogenated fats and controversial additives like aspartame, tartrazine and MSG are banned under organic standards. Moreover, methods of tending an organic farm, such as the way the soil itself is managed and nourished, mean that organic produce has a higher nutritional value than non-organic commercially grown foods.
The results of organic farming methods lead to the production of food that is not only intrinsically better for your body and the earth, but infinitely tastier too; as the emphasis is on the quality of the product, not the quantity or aesthetic appeal. This allows for tastier heirloom varieties of fruit and vegetables to be chosen over the more commercially recognisable, and less flavoursome, varieties that can be found en-masse in many supermarkets.
Why organic food matters to us
Here at Organic Spirit we believe in a more sustainable food system, and as a business we strive to know everything that is involved in our food or drinks’ life cycle; from field to glass or plate. This is why we make every effort to source all of our ingredients from organic suppliers, because it’s better for you and the planet. Our amazing organic catering in London is a reflection of our beliefs and ethos, so if you feel that your event, whether it be a private party or corporate occasion, would benefit from our delicious organic creations, do not hesitate to get in touch with a member of our team on +44(0)14572 494 347 today.
