Teen Battle Chefs Hungry4Health: Lets Make Some Salsa!!

Stirring Up Change In a Community Near You

Teen Battle Chef, is a program of FamilyCook Productions in over 75 schools and community sites across the U.S. Over half are sponsored in high schools by HealthCorps. This blog began in summer 2010 when FamilyCook invited NYC Teen Battle Chefs to participate in internships working with chefs in restaurants, teaching younger children cooking, growing food in food deserts, and cooking in farmers markets across 5 boroughs. In fall 2010, our program continues and thanks to Robin Quivers, her run in the NYC Marathon in November, will provide critical funding so our Teen Battle Chef programs in CT and in HealthCorps schools in NJ can experience these transformational internships as well.

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Lets Make Some Salsa!!

During the summer of 2011, three highschools have taken growing ingredients in thier school gardens to support BK Salsa, a company that proudly uses sustainable and conscious methods for their line of salsa flavors. As a TBC supporter, they are teaching students about local foods, conscious methods and ways to incorporate healthy ingredients in tasty dishes. In the fall students will come together to create their own salsa competing for the chance to gain a special edition spot within the BK Salsa line. http://www.bksalsa.com/

"It was interesting learning about different salsa's" - Chef Akaysia

" It was amazing to taste your sauces and prepare some new ones with you" -Chef Lester

" I think its an awesome thing what you guys do by finding new ways to make what we eat healthier and better and I love that you guys take the time to think about it"- Chef Raymi