Cooks, volunteers, supporters and fun seekers partied with a purpose at the University of the Virgin Islands’ (UVI) Afternoon on the Green fundraiser last month to raise money for college scholarships.
Proprietor of the catering company Love Farms VI, Angelica Carby, launches a series of cooking classes, "My Caribbean" April 7. The immersive and engaging gatherings will not only encompass the traditional recipes of key cultural dishes in the region, but will also include the historical backdrop of the islands and communities from which these recipes have come.
The USVI has been awarded $2.7 million by the US Department of Agriculture's American Marketing Service Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program to build two commercial kitchens in the territory and engage the underprivileged population in sustainable agricultural practices.
The six-month certification program for beginners allows students to benefit from a blend of learning techniques to nurture their passion and potential as they hone practical skills that can be applied in a wide range of culinary settings.
Chef Isaac Buckner and his team from The Tap Room / St. John Brewers will now be attempting to bring home another trophy, this time from the National Buffalo Wing Festival in Orchard Park, New York.
Led by renowned Executive Chef Kerish Robles, the UVI CELL Culinary Program is a six-month beginner-certified fundamental cook program designed to provide students with comprehensive training in the culinary arts.
Cooks, volunteers, supporters and fun seekers who numbered in the thousands turned out at the University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) Afternoon on the Green fundraiser on Sunday, March 19, on St. Thomas, to raise money for college scholarships.
The event, which benefits the Edward Thomas Volunteer Scholarship Fund, has been a community favorite for more than 30 years, combining great food, live entertainment and family fun to support scholarships for deserving students.
The University of the Virgin Islands is launching the Culinary Arts Program to provide a foundation for residents to embark on a career in the industry.
Chef Cory Baker of Barefoot Buddha Restaurant won "Media Best in Show" at the 20th National Buffalo Wing Festival held at over the Labor Day weekend in Buffalo, NY.
Teams consisting of the top local restaurants, businesses, organizations and chicken wing connoisseurs will set up their grills and cooking stations right on the beach.
The $5 “Good Food Bucks” voucher can be used to make minimum purchases of $5 from participating vendors, selling plants, produce, and goods in the Farmer’s Market Pavilion.
The V.I. Department of Health’s (DOH) Division of Environmental Health (DEH) reminds food establishments and the public of the following permitting requirements:
Locals and visitors seeking fun and safe outdoor experiences will once again have the opportunity to visit and support food producers in PR, USVI and The Bahamas through the Food Producer Network.