THERE is no better time than today to discuss effective sustainable dining strategies and initiatives. Sustainability is a complex issue in which the food production system and our diets play a critical role. But first, what exactly is sustainability? And how does it relate to food?

The term 'sustainability' is difficult to define since it may refer to a variety of things depending on the context. The most commonly used definition, however, is that it involves 'meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.'