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Activity Description: Taste three different brands of the same food item without knowing which is which to choose their favorite based entirely on taste.

Items Needed:

• Three different brands of the same food item
• Two sets of each container or packaging
• Three matching bowls or plates
• Boxes or dark paper to conceal the packaging for one of each brand
• Clean utensils or napkins for each taste (three per youth)
• (Optional) Paper and pen to record responses

Before the Meeting Starts:

1. Divide the food items into separate bowls or plates out of sight. (3–10 min)
   1. Keep track of which brand goes into which bowl.
2. Conceal one set of the original food packaging. (3–10 min)
   1. Cover all logos and brand names completely using boxes or dark paper.
3. Set up the meeting room. (3–10 min)
   1. Place each covered package next to its corresponding food sample. Ensure the hidden labels match the food inside the bowls.
   1. Arrange the second set of unaltered packaging in a central display area. Set these up where the youth can easily see them when the activity starts.

Instructions (Estimated Total Time: 20–35 min):

1. Explain the concept of Taste Testing. (3 min)
   • A blind taste test allows individuals to compare products fairly without being influenced by brand names or packaging.
2. Make a guess. (3–10 min)
   • Ensure everyone has a clear view of the table setup. Ask the youth to look at the open packaging and predict which brand will taste best.
   • (Optional) Record their guesses and reasons on paper.
3. Perform the blind taste test. (10–20 min)
   • Guide the youth to taste each pre-poured food sample using a clean utensil or napkin for every taste.
   • Ask them which sample they prefer and why during the process.
   • Have each youth decide which of the three was their favorite after they have tasted all three.
   • (Optional) Record their favorite and reasons on paper.
4. Reveal the brands. (3–10 min)
   • Reveal the concealed packaging to show which brand matches each serving dish.
   • Help them compare their final choices with the actual brands.

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