A group of international chefs has launched an effort to tackle the widespread hunger problem in Rio de Janeiro by cooking surplus food donated from the Olympic Village and serving it to impoverished residents. The 31st Olympic Games in the Brazilian city have faced major criticism as the country struggles through a massive economic crisis. However, the catering company contracted to the Olympic Village – and 11,000 competitors – says it is doing its bit…
Olympics chefs are cooking extra food for Rio’s poor
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