A Quick Bite with Friends

Summer culinary camps are in full swing. I write this note from Columbus, MS, during a summer thunderstorm. In June, Chef-K trainers have taught eight camps across six states. We’re excited that now 120 additional children and teens are capable of preparing their own healthy snacks, lunch, and breakfast. We’ve already had reports of several who have made a family meal using Chef-K menus they brought home from camp. I love to hear this kind of news; it’s why I get up every morning. If we can help even a few people learn to make healthier choices, we have succeeded. See below for more news.

-- Laurie Zerga, Founder Chef-K

News of Interest

USDA New Food Icon

As you may know, the USDA announced a new food icon, "ChooseMyPlate", in early June. Subsequently, Chef-K trainers introduced it as part of our summer curriculum in the “All American Camp” for USAF. As background, the lesson has in the past included a reference to “MyPyramid” as a way to review the food groups. So instead we used the new food icon and presented it to the participants as part of our lesson.

Doof Event (food backwards)

Chef-K participated in the Doof-a-Paloosa event at Jack London Square in Oakland, CA in May. It was a super fun event all focused on kids and food. The event enabled kids to blog live about the different food vendors and activities. There was also an area called “play with your food” where the kids styled food into crazy creatures. Check out the blogging and the photography.

Childhood Obesity conference

A great conference in San Diego just last week. We were grateful to have an opportunity to do a poster presentation. There was so much great information, so stay tuned for more reports.

New Products

Last month we announced our new Garden Kit. It’s been very well received by some of our clients. We’ve also finished up our Harvest Recipes and have two clients using it this year already.

Harvest Recipes

These 6X4 formatted recipe cards are ready for download and printing. There are over 20 simple recipes featuring over 40 seasonal ingredients that are ready to use. They were created to follow the harvest season from May to October in most parts of the U.S. It includes an index by seasonal produce and herbs. The recipes are perfect companion to a summer garden project or farmer's market visits. If you are looking to license for one site and pass out to your organization's members or clients, this is perfect for you. Contact us for more information 510-522-2909.

Coming Soon

Watch for our announcements of updated After School curriculum that includes “ChooseMyPlate”.

Seasonal Recipes

It’s summer harvest time.  Some of our favorites including a lovely fruit tart, a light summer salad entrée and green beans.

Read the menu idea here.

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	Passport to Healthier Habits Chef-K has developed a five station nutrition activity; perfect for a kick-off on a weekend or evening to engage your community of kids and parents. Get the details here.

License Our Curriculum

Do you want to start up a healthy culinary program in your organization? We are experts in starting up culinary programs at youth organizations. Read more..

It’s getting late to plan for after school fall 2011 at your organization. Take action now!

Bring us into your organization to teach after school or license the curriculum or an activity. Here's the information. Or Contact us to get cooking!

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