Food Service Team Preparing Meals Four women stand smiling in a commercial kitchen, surrounded by cutting boards, utensils, and fresh vegetables. They are mid-preparation, working collaboratively on meal components.

CBSD Food Services Hosts Second Annual Summer Culinary Program

CBSD

August 8, 2025

For the second consecutive year, CBSD Food Services successfully hosted its Summer Culinary Program, once again sponsored by Penn State University. The program brought together school food service staff for an engaging and hands-on culinary experience.

Participants began by reviewing and discussing healthy, student-friendly recipes, followed by time in the kitchen to bring those meals to life. The program focuses on promoting nutritious, appealing options for school menus while building the culinary skills of food service professionals.

The continued partnership with Penn State University highlights a shared commitment to fostering healthier school communities through food.Chef Holding Greens A chef in a white coat and baseball cap stands in a cafeteria, holding leafy greens in both hands while addressing seated participants. Several attendees sit at lunch tables in the background, listening attentively.Broccoli Soup A large metal pot filled with creamy broccoli soup sits on a table next to two fresh heads of broccoli. A white-handled ladle lies beside the pot. A handwritten sign in front reads “Broccoli Soup.”Chef Demonstrating with Vegetables A chef in a white coat and baseball cap stands beside a kitchen cart topped with fresh produce including asparagus, beets, and leafy greens. A Penn State logo is visible behind him as he speaks to the groupRoasted Summer Squash & Egg Tacos A tray filled with neatly arranged soft tacos, stuffed with roasted summer squash, scrambled egg, diced tomatoes, and fresh herbs. A handwritten label in front reads “Roasted Summer Squash & Egg Taco.”