Scratch Happens.. Training the Future of School Food
What does scratch cooking, workforce development, local ketchup, and a mysterious conference hall ice machine have in common? This episode. Recorded live(ish) from the National Farm to Cafeteria Conference, we sit down with Patrick Garmong from the Institute of Child Nutrition to talk about the real work behind getting good food onto kids' trays-training the people who make it happen. From ditching the "white‑hat chef" mentality to meeting school food professionals exactly where they are, this conversation is equal parts big‑picture vision, practical knife skills, and genuine laughs. Pull up a tray-no chef hat required.
You can listen to the episode here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2201490/episodes/19254034-scratch-happens-training-the-future-of-school-food.mp3?download=true
Available on approximately 30 platforms. Simply search for "Farm to School Podcast."
Show notes and much more will be available soon on our hosting site: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/podcast/farm-school-podcast
Photo courtesy of Patrick Garmong
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