Our Big Kitchen's Blog: Beyond the Apron

By Erica Wong 11 September 2025 - This morning, on the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy, Our Big Kitchen invited 90 people, including the US consulate, Jeremy Cornforth, to remember all the fallen, and commemorate first responders, past and present. Heartfelt speeches from Rabbi Dovid Slavin and his wife Laya Slavin, touched the hearts of all those who attended, reflecting upon the 2,977  lives that were lost on this solemn day, 24 years ago. Amongst the 90 invited to thi

By Erica Wong 3.4 Million Australians Go Hungry – While We Waste Enough Food to Feed the Nation 3 Times Over Did you know that 3.4 million Australian households have gone without food due to the rising cost of living? You may have felt it yourself—grocery bills climbing higher while your bank balance falls lower. At the same time, Australia grows enough food to feed our population three times over. Yet, every year we waste 7.6 million tonnes of food. That waste doesn’t just m

By Ellie DeMinico When people think about climate action, they don’t often think of carrots and cutting boards. But at OBK, every meal we...

By Ellie DeMinico Forget trust falls and whiteboards—real connection happens in the kitchen. At OBK, we see it every week: colleagues...

By Ellie DeMinico and Jessica Kemnitz 19 June 2025 - On one of the coldest nights of the year in Sydney, hundreds of business and...

A significant number of Australians are grappling with homelessness, a complex societal issue with numerous contributing factors. Against...

OBK, also known as Our Big Kitchen, is a community-run kitchen located in the heart of Sydney, Australia. We provide an opportunity for...

Volunteering is a meaningful endeavour that can greatly contribute to a person's overall development, particularly among children and...

In our world, where the culinary arts have risen to prominence, capturing imaginations through drool-worthy Instagram posts, gourmet TV...

In the bustling city of Sydney, where urban life thrives amidst cultural hubs and scenic coastlines, there exists a unique sanctuary of...

When it comes to corporate social responsibility (CSR), most businesses focus on the traditional aspects such as recycling, reducing...

At 'Our Big Kitchen,' we believe in the power of community and the positive impact we can make on the lives of others. Volunteering at a...

As human beings, we thrive on our connections with one another and our ability to contribute to the wellbeing of our communities. Among...

As global citizens, we bear the collective responsibility to help those less fortunate than ourselves. Offering a hand to our neighbours...

Giving back to the community by donating your time and effort to those less fortunate is a noble endeavour. Volunteering at a soup...

Sydney, with its iconic landmarks, vibrant culture, and bustling streets, also grapples with a less glamorous side: the escalating issue...

In the bustling heart of Sydney, where skyscrapers touch the azure sky and waves lap against the iconic Harbour Bridge, there's a unique...

In a world where we constantly grapple with environmental, economic, and social issues, hunger and homelessness remain salient and often...