Interview with Alex Callons from the Compass Group

Our FamilyCook team are enjoying our third year of collaboration with the Restaurant Associates division of Compass US. We continue to expand the depth and efficacy of our workforce development program for youth 18-24 known as CHEF (Culinary, Health, Education, Force). Originating from a Petrie Foundation ‘Bold Solutions’ grant award, CHEF helps stabilize unemployed youth…
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Aromatic Baked Apples Recipe

When the weather cools and apples are at their peak, there’s nothing better than a quick, cozy dessert. These baked apples are warm, spiced, and lightly sweetened—ready in just minutes. Ingredients 4 apples 1 tbsp butter 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 2 tbsp raisins 2 tbsp packed brown sugar or 1 tbsp maple syrup 2 tablespoons…
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Healthy Hydration on Hot Days: Five Recipes to Try this Summer

Sun-soaked summer days call for meals that are light, refreshing, and packed with water-rich ingredients. Our bodies lose more water in the summer heat, making it essential to choose foods that not only nourish but also hydrate to help us stay energized. To help you beat the heat, we’ve gathered five delicious recipes below that…
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Teen Battle Chef Chili Recipe

This winter, our Teen Battle Chef Team at Manhattan International prepared David’s, our Youth Development Director, nutrient-packed chili recipe, and it was a hit! This recipe contains a plethora of essential vitamins and nutrients like Vitamin A, B, C, Fiber, Potassium and Iron. Stay warm this season and try it for yourself below! INGREDIENTS: 2…
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What’s Key Now?

  By Lynn Fredericks  Our FamilyCook Teaching Kitchen offerings have remained fairly stable over the last few years, but that does not mean we can be complacent or assume that what program approaches which worked previously will continue to yield similar results. The residual effects of COVID on adolescents from missing two years of social…
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Planting the Seeds of Healthy Habits With Digital Communication Channels 

As parents and educators, we all want to encourage our children to develop healthy habits that span across their physical, emotional and social well-being. It’s no secret that digital channels play a large role in how young minds think and grow; but did you know it can also be an incredible tool for implementing positive…
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