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*Open to the Public
The conference is open to all. Whether you're a Chef, a Culinary Professional, a Culinary Enthusiast or you're just interested in vegetarian cooking; you are invited to register!Cuisine with a Purpose
Learn the exotic essentials to of preparing vegetarian meals. These masters of cuisine will show you practical applications of their new creations.Cutting-edge Educational Demos
Meet today's top vegetarian chefs as they present their healthy nutrition-based cuisine with cooking demonstrations and recipes that really work.Meet Others of Like Mind
Visit with new friends from beginners to seasoned vegetarians. This is a social and learning gathering for everyone, from home chefs to the professional.
The Chefs
Meet this eclectic group of chefs and authors with hundreds of years of combined experience in the evolution of vegetarian cuisine. Let these well-known chefs stimulate your style with fascinating cooking demonstrations and invigorate your mind with group discussions regarding America's great new cuisine.
The Location
The Hospitality Education Department at Grand Rapids Community College is in the heart of Michigan’s second largest city. From the Great Lakes to this Grand City, there’s a world of pleasure awaiting you on Michigan’s West Coast where Michigan’s West Coast blends the best of the city with the beauty of the lakeshore. On behalf of Grand Rapids Community College we extend a warm invitation to you.Mission Statement
A vegetarian chef collaborative formed to share our creativity to elevate this new American cuisine.
Vegetarian Awakening Conference | A vegetarian chef event of this magnitude has never been done before. This first annual conference is set for April 3-4, 2006 on the campus of Grand Rapids Community College in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Your taste buds are cordially invited. A festival of vegetarian flavors.