July 26, 2023
Culinary School Spotlight: BB Harris
By Isheta Kulshreshtha, Bank of America Student Leader Delaware’s culinary scene has gained a talented and passionate baker in the form of Bashirah Harris, also known as BB. Originally from Texas, BB’s journey led her to Delaware four years ago, where she discovered her love for baking. She now embarks on her culinary journey through…
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Culinary School Spotlight: Tyrone Martin
By Isheta Kulshreshtha, Bank of America Student Leader From the heart of Dover, Delaware, Tyrone Martin, aged 38, found himself with a desire to enhance his skills in the kitchen. Tyrone’s journey is a testament to the power of seizing opportunities. Through the program, he has not only discovered a renewed passion for cooking but…
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Culinary School Spotlight: Thaighler Adkins
By Rebekah Cheong, Bank of America Student Leader Thaighler Adkins (31) is planning on keeping her culinary passions at the forefront, grateful for all the doors the Food Bank has opened for her in pursuing her ambitions. First learning home cooking from her Mom and Grandma, coming to the Food Bank meant putting proper names…
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Culinary School Spotlight: Stephanas Stratton
By Rebekah Cheong, Bank of America Student Leader From Virginia to Delaware, Stephanas Stratton (23) wants to share his passion by cooking for others – cooking skills he has learned from the Food Bank of Delaware. Originally from Virginia, Steph learned about this program from a family friend who positively recommended the program. Now that…
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Culinary School Spotlight: Rae’sheed Deshields
By Matthew Onyango, Bank of America Student Leader Rae’sheed’s journey in the culinary world began at the young age of 22 when his passion for cooking led him to the Food Bank of Delaware. With a desire to become a chef, he eagerly embraced the opportunity to pursue his dream in the kitchen. One of…
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From Incarceration to Inspiration: Clarissa’s Journey of Redemption and Empowerment
By Laasya Gadde, Bank of America Student Leader In a world where second chances are often elusive, Clarissa story shines as a testament to the transformative power of education and opportunity. After spending 3 ½ years in Baylor Women’s Prison, Clarissa’s life took an extraordinary turn when she found hope and purpose through an outreach…
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May 5, 2023
Never giving up: Graduation celebrates success, overcoming obstacles
A happy dance, confetti, cheers, and tears punctuated the Food Bank of Delaware’s Culinary School’s Graduation Ceremony held Thursday outdoors at the Food Bank’s Newark site. Sixteen graduates representing classes from the Newark and Milford facilities not only successfully completed the 14-week workforce development training, but also all passed their SERV Safe® exam – an…
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March 23, 2023
Culinary School: Students learn to make sweet treats from an expert
Students at our Culinary School in Milford learned to make donuts – from scratch — at the hands of a champion pastry chef on Wednesday. SoDel Concepts corporate pastry chef Dru Tevis demonstrated how to create the taste-tempting treats while answering students’ questions. He also provided students with opportunities to handle the dough, fry the…
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March 16, 2023
SCRAPPLE: Students create new ways to prepare, serve regional delicacy
Scrapple fried and served as a side to eggs, not anymore! Thanks to a partnership between RAPA and Habbersett scrapple manufacturers, our Culinary Students competed in a RAPA-sponsored scrapple recipe contest late last month. In addition to VISA-gift card prizes for our student chefs, the winning recipes will appear on the company’s web site. Students…
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March 14, 2023
Culinary alumna thriving at Snuff Mill Restaurant, Butchery and Wine Bar
Alice Brody is thriving in the kitchen at Snuff Mill Restaurant, Butchery and Wine Bar in North Wilmington. She graduated from our 14-week culinary training program, The Culinary School, in December 2022 and says the program helped open doors for her and gave her direction. “Alice was a very determined student,” said her Chef Instructor…
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