The main topic of the project “From Food Waste 2 Food Taste” was healthy lifestyle and healthy eating habits as a pathway to reducing food waste and promoting long-term sustainable behavior among young people. The project focused on increasing participants’ knowledge about nutrition, meal planning, cooking skills, and the environmental and social impact of food waste, while encouraging conscious consumption, balanced diets, and zero-waste practices. At the same time, the project promoted active lifestyle choices and cultural exchange among young people from Cyprus, North Macedonia, and Poland. This topic was chosen because food waste represents one of the most serious global challenges today, with significant environmental, social, and economic consequences. Around one third of all food produced for human consumption is wasted globally, meaning that not only food is lost, but also valuable resources such as water, energy, land, and labor. When food waste ends up in landfills, it releases greenhouse gases that contribute heavily to climate change. In fact, food waste is considered one of the largest contributors to global emissions. In the European Union alone, approximately 88 million tons of food are wasted every year, resulting in a financial loss of around 143 billion euros, while millions of people worldwide continue to live in extreme poverty and food insecurity. At the same time, modern lifestyles and lack of awareness often lead to unhealthy eating habits, poor meal planning, and overconsumption. These habits not only increase food waste but also negatively affect physical and mental health. Experts highlight that a balanced and nutritious diet can positively influence mood, self-esteem, and overall well-being, while unhealthy diets are increasingly linked to anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges among young people. The project addressed these interconnected issues by showing that it is possible to prepare healthy, tasty meals in a short time, without waste, leftovers, or excessive consumption. Through a combination of educational workshops, practical cooking activities, physical activities, and intercultural learning, the project demonstrated that simple daily actions—such as proper meal planning, mindful cooking, and food preservation—can significantly reduce food waste and support a healthier, more balanced lifestyle. The project also emphasized that young people play a key role in creating change, both in their personal lives and within their communities. The objectives of the project were: • to empower 30 young people from North Macedonia, Cyprus, and Poland with knowledge about nutrition, meal planning, cooking, and the environmental impact of their food choices, enabling them to make informed and responsible decisions; • to educate young participants on the importance of a balanced and nutritious diet as a foundation for a healthy lifestyle and to encourage the adoption of sustainable and healthy eating habits; • to increase awareness about the environmental and social impact of food waste through non-formal education activities, workshops, and discussions; • to implement practical cooking classes and enhance participants’ skills in preparing healthy meals with zero food waste; • to film the preparation of at least three healthy meals and produce a mini-serial for social media to spread project results and messages to a wider audience; • to collect traditional healthy zero-waste meals from all participating countries and promote them through social media posters (at least three per country); • to promote an active lifestyle as part of overall well-being by implementing sport and zumba workshops; • to foster cultural exchange, mutual understanding, and diversity among young people from different cultural backgrounds. By implementing all planned activities successfully, the project achieved its objectives as foreseen. Participants gained practical skills, increased awareness, and changed their attitudes toward food consumption, food waste, and healthy living. The project results, including the mini-serial and high number of 33 recipe posters, ensure a long-lasting impact by continuing to inspire young people and future generations to adopt healthier, more sustainable, and zero-waste lifestyles.