How to Introduce Kids to the Gourmet World?

Next week is Children's Day, and it's a perfect opportunity to fully enjoy your little ones. A good meal, a nice restaurant, or a great recipe are excellent options to surprise them.According to data from the WHO, there are 129 million children and adolescents suffering from obesity worldwide, which has already raised alarm for the global organization. Therefore, we can contribute from home by trying to feed our little ones in the best way possible. Vegetables should never be missing, as they provide vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. You can incorporate vegetables into their stews, creams, or salads. Fruits are also very important, but try to give them whole pieces, not juice. Meat and fish will also provide great benefits to children, as they are sources of iron, proteins, and help prevent future diseases. You should also integrate whole grains, legumes, and nuts. Meanwhile, you should avoid processed foods, added sugars, and refined flours for your children. Here are some tips for introducing kids to the gourmet world:Allow them to choose some of the ingredients while you select the rest to be as gourmet as possible to introduce them to new flavors.Tell them real stories with a touch of fantasy about the origin of the ingredients in the dishes.The parents' fork is the children's dish, so they ask for what they like.Let them taste everything but do not force them to eat; respect is fundamental.Try to take them to the same restaurants you go to, whether it's a street taco or a fine dining restaurant, to educate their palate. Avoid commercial chains for kids.From the beginning, teach them that a gourmet enjoys everything that is of quality and tastes good; this way, they will also be discerning.The rest comes from home; it’s important to lead by example and respect waiters, leaving a good tip if they provided good service.These are some basic rules to teach your children to enjoy food more, as what we ultimately seek is for it to taste delicious, whatever it may be.