Cooking up Change® – Greater Orange County
Join Us for an Unforgettable Culinary Experience!
Details:
Date: Thursday, April 3, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Northgate González Market Corporate Headquarters, 1201 N Magnolia Ave, Anaheim, CA 92801
Celebrate the 12th anniversary of Kid Healthy’s Cooking up Change® program! Watch as talented high school students revolutionize school meals with creativity and passion. This event showcases their culinary skills and commitment to healthier school food options.
Why Attend?
- Support Student Chefs: Encourage young culinary talents as they present innovative, healthy, and delicious school meal creations.
- Enjoy a Unique Dining Experience: Taste the students’ culinary masterpieces and witness their vision for the future of school food.
- Network with Community Leaders: Connect with educators, chefs, and advocates dedicated to improving student health and nutrition.
Purchase Your Tickets Today!
Note: Tickets are limited and selling fast. Purchase yours today to ensure attendance!
Event Highlights
Live Cooking Demonstrations
Witness student teams prepare their dishes in real-time.
Tasting Stations
Sample the innovative meals crafted by our young chefs.
Awards Ceremony
Celebrate the winners and acknowledge all participants’ hard work and creativity.
“It’s More Than A Competition”
“Cooking up Change® is more than a competition—it’s an opportunity for students to make a real impact on school nutrition while gaining invaluable skills.” – Kim Benson, Executive Director
The Impact of Cooking up Change®
Since 2012, Cooking up Change® has challenged Orange County high school students to create healthy, delicious meals that comply with national school meal standards. This program offers students hands-on experience in culinary arts, nutrition, and food science, preparing them for future careers while advocating for better school lunches.
- 🍏 Over 500 student chefs have participated and brought fresh ideas to school nutrition programs.
- 🏆 Winning recipes have been integrated into real school meal programs, benefiting thousands of students across multiple districts.
- 💡 More than 75% of participants express interest in pursuing careers in culinary arts or nutrition, showing the program’s lasting impact.
🌍 Student-led initiatives have inspired new school meal policies, improving food quality in underserved schools.
Support the Program
Can’t attend but still want to support? Your donation helps provide scholarships, culinary training, and advocacy opportunities for participating students.
Get Your School Involved!
Interested in bringing Cooking up Change® to your school? If you’d like more information about getting your school’s culinary team involved in next year’s competition, contact us today!
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