Recently we hosted 35 fourth and fifth grade accelerated students from Crestview Elementary School as part of the American Institute of Food & Wine “Days of Taste” program. The AIWF “Days of Taste” program is a discovery-based program for children to learn about food and how it weaves its way through daily life from the farm to the table.

The children discussed how cheese is made and the many different types we offer!

The children began their day with a tour of Whole Foods Market Aventura led by myself and our own local celebrity, Chef Allen. We discussed topics such as organic farming, the importance of buying local and healthy lunchbox options.

The children listen as Chef Allen explains the role our senses play in our enjoyment of food.

Then the children paired up into teams and shopped for fresh produce and grocery staples which we donated. They then took these items back to Chef Allen’s restaurant where they discusses the five senses involved with foods and assisted Chef Allen in preparing the lunch.

THANK YOU Whole Foods Market!

Thanks to Dan & Phyllis at AIWF for their coordination efforts and to Chef Allen for his enthusiasm and wonderful lunch for the children. They all enjoyed being ‘chef’s for a day’ and are looking forward to another visit soon!