The Introductory MQ Forums are intended for newer cooks who are developing their culinary, menu planning, and meal service skills.
The Center, Central Commissary and Teaching Kitchen
2850 West St Oakland, CA 946088:00 AM - 8:20 AM
Registration
Maria Lazaro
8:20 AM - 8:40 AM
Introduction and Welcome
Jana Peeters
8:40 AM - 9:30 AM
CACFP Meal Pattern
Leticia Marin
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Break
9:45 AM - 11:30 AM
Meal Planning and Production
Leticia Marin
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Lunch Break
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Hands-on Culinary Techniques
Kristine Smith
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Summary, Closing, and Evaluations
End of Forum
CACFP Meal Pattern: The USDA CACFP Meal Pattern is the required structure for all meals served in programs participating in the CACFP. This session will provide an overview of the CACFP Meal Pattern and the USDA Crediting Handbook for the CACFP.
Meal Planning and Production: Meal planning does not have to be complicated! Planning meals requires a small investment of time but can reap great rewards. This session will present a variety of topics, including basic considerations for menu planning, using flavor profiles to enhance meals, incorporating Farm to Preschool into the child care program, proper food purchasing, and more! Please bring a copy of the menu from your child care facility for use during this session.
Hands-on Culinary Techniques: Calling all cooks! The kitchen is the place that provides endless opportunities to create healthy meals for young children. Whether you are a novice or an experienced cook, you will learn something new in this session. Our master chef will feature several food items and demonstrate basic technical skills essential to working smarter, not harder, in the kitchen. With the chef’s guidance, participants will perfect their knife skills while using the freshest ingredients.