The event included a practical demonstration, curriculum resources, key nutritional messages and examples of good healthy eating practice and community projects.
There was also a presentation from the MCC sustainable food team talking about how they are supporting schools to cook and grow food to trigger a real interest in where food comes from and trying new foods.
A spokesperson from Monmouthshire County Council said: “Building healthy eating into school-age children is vital to instilling positive habits and lifestyle choices around food – now and for the future. Recognising the importance of nutrition and hydration is linked to many factors in our lives – improving our physical health with food and drink choices can improve our mental and emotional wellbeing.
“Parents worry that their children won’t enjoy a meal at school, especially if they are picky eaters. However, teachers have found even the fussiest of eaters will be encouraged to try something new when their school friends are eating it.”