Kid's Cook-Off  

 

 

Now in its fourth year, and sponsored by the valley’s Bravo Farms, the 4^th annual Kids Cook-Off returns to the fall home show on Saturday, September 24^th. 

 

“Last year the kids had a great time participating in the Cook-Off,” says Steve Tarter, Show Manager. “This is an opportunity for kids to provide creative recipes that promote healthy eating, have some fun and learn from professionals during the competition, and win lots of great prize

 

The five finalists in two age groups (6-10 and 11-14) selected to compete by the staff at students at the Institute of Technology Culinary School (Fresno) are:

 

Robert Gonzales, age 10

Geraldine Herrera, age 9 

Mario Ibarra, age 9

Joanna Martinez, age 10

Maite Morales, age 9 

                                               

Eden Brock, age 14       

Robert Brock, age 13

Kevin Henderson, age 13         

Madison Spiegel, age 12

Miranda Sul, age 12                

 

The cook-off will be hosted by Kathy Powers, host of “Hey Kids Let’s Cook’ now in its fifth season on Valley Public Television (Wed at 7:30pm and Saturday at 3pm). 

 

And, the staff and students from the Institute will also have a role during to cook-off to oversee safety, help watch the clock, and ensure the child has a successful experience. The children will present their finished recipes to four judges who are involved with child nutrition, fitness or food service professionals.