“I was finally ready to make a change,” says LeMoris as he recalls what led him to Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida’s Culinary Training Program. He spent much of his adult life working for a lawn care service, but cooking is in his blood. His grandfather ran a smokehouse and his father cooked in the Air Force. “From the moment I walked in the door at Second … [Read more...] about Time to Make a Change
Culinary Training Program
A Hunger for a New Career
After what felt like a year and a half of nothing, Nate knew he needed to do something. He had dreams of going to culinary school but knew he’d have to work for years to afford even one class. That’s when he learned about Second Harvest Food Bank’s no-cost Culinary Training Program. “The moment I heard about the program it felt like hope,” said Nate. He applied the next … [Read more...] about A Hunger for a New Career
Happiness is hot soup on a cold day
Baby, it’s (almost) cold outside, at least by Florida standards. Keep warm this winter with a special offer. Starting today when you order A Spoon Full of Hope's Tomato Basil Soup, the second one is on us! Pair your soup with a classic grilled cheese sammy or have it as an appetizer on a chilly day. To receive your BOGO item, be sure to add 2 soups to your cart. This … [Read more...] about Happiness is hot soup on a cold day
“This Program is Changing Me.”
Every morning Yolanda looks up at the wall inside the Culinary Training Program classroom to reads, "To find joy in work is to discover the fountain of youth." This quote by Pearl S. Buck affirms her decision to go back to school. “I was raised by my grandmother and became her caretaker for the last several years,” she explains. “Now I am turning back the clock, going to … [Read more...] about “This Program is Changing Me.”
Celebrating Culinary Success
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida held a virtual ceremony on Monday, December 6, to celebrate graduates of its Culinary Training Program. The live, online ceremony recognized 21 students who successfully completed the 16-week course. “We couldn’t be more proud of this graduating class,” said Dave Krepcho, president and CEO at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central … [Read more...] about Celebrating Culinary Success
