Secrets from the Chef

Planning menus, buying wisely and pleasing the customers are essential ingredients of a successful food operation – whether it’s a family day care home or a five-star restaurant. Chef Alex Brown from the Statler Hotel at Cornell, has experience helping families discover healthy meal preparation ideas that don’t disrupt the monthly budget, as well as catering celebrations that feed hundreds. He will share techniques for quantity preparation, food safety, involving young helpers and other tips; come prepared to participate and sample the results!  Location: Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, 615 Willow Ave., Ithaca FREE TO CACFP PROVIDERS (new and experienced, 2 hrs. *N, *S, *BR)