THE Community Food Project has launched its first Family Feeds cooking workshops in Rosewood, bringing local residents together through food, learning and friendship.

In four weekly sessions at the Girl Guide Hut on Matthew Street, participants roll up their sleeves, share stories and prepare affordable, nutritious meals.

“The sessions are open to everyone and designed to be family-friendly, removing barriers such as childcare while empowering parents and children to cook side by side,” said Project Co-ordinator, Skye Petty.

“We wanted to create a space that’s not just about cooking, but about connection. “A place where people share ideas, laugh together and leave with the confidence to cook and eat as a family at home.”

Each workshop participant takes home a recipe card, meal kit and a portion of dinner already prepared as well as a few extra pantry staples.

“Even the veggie scraps are composted in the neighbouring Rosewood Community Garden, ensuring nothing goes to waste,” Skye said.

The workshops are also a test run for the upcoming Family Feeds meal kits, soon to be included in food-relief hampers through the Rosewood & District Support Centre.

“The aim is to pair practical cooking skills with tangible food support for households doing it tough,” she said.

The Community Food Project represents a collaboration involving the Support Centre, Rosewood Community Gardens and Neighbourhood Centres Queensland.

“The project aims to strengthen local food security through workshops, recipe cards, garden activities, and community engagement,” Skye added.

Residents or community groups interested in future workshops should contact the Support Centre.