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The Magic of the Movement: Recapping Food Tank at Climate Week NYC 2025

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Food Tank at Climate Week | Jerome L. Green Performance Space | Lauren Tregor, Senior Event Director

What a magnificent week! From September 21st through September 26th, the spirit of food and climate action converged in New York City, and we were absolutely thrilled to be a central part of the energy at Food Tank at Climate Week NYC 2025. Bringing together over 300 passionate leaders, celebrated chefs, dedicated farmers, and Broadway performers at WNYC-NPR Studios’ The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space was an experience nothing short of inspiring.

The atmosphere was one of palpable hope and urgent action, a vibrant reminder that the solutions to the climate crisis are already growing in our fields and flourishing in our kitchens.

A Taste of the Future: The Culinary Experience

The crucial conversations were fueled by incredible hospitality, courtesy of our partners. The receptions and meals throughout the week were a culinary reflection of the sustainable, high-quality food system we were celebrating. Guests enjoyed an array of exceptional bites and craft cocktails, featuring the very ingredients and producers central to the movement.

Attendees grazed on beautiful spreads, including a curated Cheese Board from Organic Valley and Niman Ranch Charcuterie. Lighter fare like fresh Crudité, savory Lobster Rolls, and Shrimp Cocktail offered a refreshing counterpoint to heartier dishes like Prosciutto-wrapped Dates with Niman Ranch Bacon. Standout items included the innovative Black Bean Taquitos from Sean Sherman and the elegantly prepared Forbidden Rice Pavé with Smoked Salmon, showcasing Lundberg Black Pearl Rice. The drinks were equally spirited, with guests sipping on sophisticated options like the Makers Mark Sour and the adventurous Bourbon Chamoy Cocktail.

Key Moments from the Stage

Hope, Regeneration, and Deliciousness

The week launched with the deeply moving, sold-out evening arts session: “Hope on a Plate: An Interactive Celebration of Regenerative Agriculture and Shared Possibility”. This multi-sensory journey brought regenerative farming to life, with ideas shared by luminaries like Chef Dan Barber and Whole Foods CEO Jason Buechel.

Later that week, the sold-out “Roadmap to a Delicious, Nutritious, and Regenerative Food Future for All” brought incredible visionaries like Chef Rasmus Munk and the essential voice of author Mark Bittman to the stage to sketch out the blueprint for a better system.

Broadway Meets the Backyard

The arts sessions were truly spectacular. Monday night’s arts session, “The Performing Arts Light the Way: A Climate Week Celebration,” featured the joy and activism of Pattie Gonia and the soaring talent of Grammy winner Tamika Lawrence.

We were also thrilled to premiere a special workshop reading of the new play, “Catalyst Coffee,” on Tuesday, pulling us into the human drama of the food system. A fascinating talkback with the celebrated investigative journalist Eric Schlosser made for a powerful and unforgettable close.

During a panel called “Chefs Change the World”, hosted by Food Tank and in partnership with the James Beard Foundation and Organic Valley, our founder, Liz, spoke about the power of connection and the deep need for it now. “Right now, the biggest job for us is finding those moments of hope. We have to see other people, we have to listen to them.”

Celebrating Our Stewards

The week was beautifully grounded in a profound respect for those who steward the land. Our sold-out Tuesday session, “Keeping Farmers on the Land,” celebrated the enduring work of farm communities with the indispensable perspective of Chef Alice Waters. We then closed the week with a heartfelt and well-deserved tribute at “A Night Honoring Our Farmers,” a wonderful final evening of storytelling.

The spirit of this landmark week—of collaboration, creativity, and deep commitment—will fuel our movement forward. Thank you to every speaker, performer, partner, and attendee who made Food Tank at Climate Week NYC 2025 such a resounding success.

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Every day at Food Tank 2025 started with nourishing staples and carried through with lunches, snacks, and receptions designed to bring people together. Here’s a look at the daily offerings that kept everyone fueled and inspired throughout the week.

 

  • Breakfast: Bakery basket, gluten-free/vegan pastries, parfaits, fresh berries, Forager Project yogurts (donated), Conagra peach cups (donated), coffee (Kiss the Ground, donated), milk & dairy (Organic Valley, donated)

  • Lunch: Packaged half sandwiches & wraps, rotating salads (wild rice, quinoa, orzo, greens), AFFI green beans (donated), Farmers Fridge assorted bowls (donated), Certified Origins olive oil & balsamic vinegar (donated)

  • Afternoon Break: Mozzarella sticks, rice crisps, Quinn snacks, FAVES candy, Babybel Plant-Based Cheese snacks (donated), Bear’s Fruit beverages (donated), protein balls

  • Reception: Cheese board, charcuterie, crudité with dips (Little Sesame hummus, Certified Origins pesto/artichoke dip, taralli crackers — donated), assorted crackers, passed hors d’oeuvres (Forbidden Rice Pave, Avocado Toast, Lobster Roll, Shrimp Cocktail, Fy Mushroom Bites)

Sunday (Sept 21)

  • Sticky Rice with Tuna Tartare

  • Huitlacoche Waffles with Salmon, Quail Eggs, Macha

  • Pureed Koginut Squash

Monday (Sept 22)

  • Black Bean Taquito (Sean Sherman)

Tuesday (Sept 23)

  • Brie & Green Apple Tea Sandwich

  • Cucumber & Watercress Tea Sandwich

  • Turkey Breast & Swiss Tea Sandwich

Wednesday (Sept 24)

  • Mushroom “Pulled Pork” Crostini

  • Mushroom Mix Burger Slider

  • Pork Meatball with Pasta Sauce

  • Tomato Gazpacho

  • Pineapple & Black Bean Salad

  • Oishii Berry Cake Bite

Thursday (Sept 25)

  • Irish Soda Bread with Cheddar

  • Ginger & Sesame Prawns

  • Tamari Ginger Tuna Poke

  • Tilapia Taco

  • Cloudy Donuts

  • Seaweed & Cucumber Salad

  • Vegetable Crudité (seasonal mix)

  • Prosciutto-Wrapped Dates with Gorgonzola

Friday (Sept 26)

  • Miniature Brownie

  • Assorted Mini Cookies (Oatmeal, Cappuccino, Chocolate Chip, Sweet Potato, Coconut Toffee)

  • OATLY Vanilla Ice Cream Cups

  • Kerry Dairy Protein Ball

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