Name
Pre-Conference Session: From Concept to Cafeteria: Developing Standardized Recipes for Program Success
Date & Time
Friday, March 20, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Speakers
Stephen Bewley, Virginia Department of Education, Office of School and Community Nutrition Programs
Amy Richardson, Virginia Department of Education, Office of School and Community Nutrition Programs
Amy Richardson, Virginia Department of Education, Office of School and Community Nutrition Programs
Description
Ready to stir up some creativity in your school menus? Join VDOE recipe specialists for a fun, interactive workshop where recipes meet innovation! Together, we’ll:
• Unlock the secrets of recipe standardization (no more guesswork!)
• Explore the USDA Food Buying Guide as your go-to kitchen companion
• Practice calculating meal component contributions with the USDA Recipe Analysis Workbook
• Dive into your own menus to spot opportunities for scratch-made goodness
Bring your laptops, division recipes, and menus, and don’t forget your access to the USDA Food Buying Guide via Login.gov. Get ready to roll up your sleeves, crunch some numbers, and cook up ideas that will make your menus shine!
Meeting Room
108/109