Providing “A Place At The TABLE” For All Kids And Families
Equity, at TABLE, is defined as access for ALL our kids and their families to sufficient, nutritious, delicious, and culturally-relevant food, as well as nutrition education, engagement, and participation in our programs and decision-making.
The Value of Nutritional Guidelines When Feeding Children
To ensure the nutritional quality of the food items we distribute to children in our community, TABLE has its own set of nutritional guidelines!
Teaching Your Kids Kindness Through Volunteering
If you’re looking for new ways to engage with your kids and introduce them to their community, then volunteering may be a great option for you!
Delivering Healthy Food and Hope to Local Children
For many children, being hungry is only a temporary feeling. When they are hungry, they simply open their refrigerator or look in the pantry to find something to eat and their hunger is alleviated. But, what happens when there isn’t anything fresh in the refrigerator or healthy in the pantry to satisfy those hunger pains?
Q&A with Edna Lewis, Renowned Chef of Southern Cooking
Edna Lewis lived a long, beautiful life from April 1916 to February 2006. Her legacy still lives on today. Answers have been adapted from an article in The New York Times by Francis Lam entitled “Edna Lewis and the Black Roots of American Cooking.”
Collard Greens: Fun Facts & Recipes
While most people consider collard greens to be a “southern” food, they are also a popular vegetable in other types of regional cooking. They can be combined with pasta for an Italian meal, included in a variety of Spanish soups, and have been used in African and Mexican sauce recipes.
Make An Impact By Delivering for TABLE
Laura Dille, TABLE's Director of Operations, shared this story about delivering for TABLE prior to the pandemic.
A Bag Filled With Hope
For the nearly 7000 children in Orange County who rely on free and reduced meals, TABLE's TABLE@Home food access program reduces their risk for hunger by providing healthy, fresh food they can rely on every week.
Why Giving Back Matters – By Erin Mitchell
Erin Mitchel shares her experience giving back through TABLE.
Why You Should Eat More Rice
Rice, a cooking staple, not only provides some great health benefits but can also be used in recipes for every meal, and even snacks too!
Q&A with Spring Council, Mama Dips
Meet Spring Council from Mama Dips, check out broccoli as the fresh food choice, and try our recipe for Broccoli & Cheddar Omelet Pie.