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School Chefs Blend Veggies into Cakes & Meals
22 Feb
Summary
- Chefs now create dishes like butternut squash macaroni and 'hulk cake'.
- Training focused on increasing vegetable intake and reducing food waste.
- Chefs learned innovative ways to introduce new foods to picky eaters.
School chefs across Blackpool have undergone a significant transformation, moving away from outdated meal perceptions to embrace a new era of nutritious school dinners. The School Chef Educator Programme, facilitated by Chefs In Schools, has equipped chefs from 17 primary and secondary schools with innovative culinary techniques.
These chefs are now creating dishes such as butternut squash macaroni and cheese, and 'hulk cake' incorporating peas, demonstrating a commitment to packing more vegetables into meals and reducing food waste. This initiative aims to encourage pupils to explore new tastes and build tolerance for fruits and vegetables, especially benefiting picky eaters.
The program emphasizes culinary skills, seasonal eating, and effective engagement with students. Blackpool Council supports these efforts, ensuring chefs gain qualifications and devise menus that prioritize children's wellbeing. The changes signify a move towards healthier, more cost-effective, and less sugary options for students.
Celebrity chefs like Jamie Oliver back the Chefs In Schools organization, which provides crucial training opportunities rarely afforded to school chefs. The chefs celebrated their achievement at an event at Abingdon Street Market, marking a successful step towards reinventing school dining.
