The Cook's Nook

?? American Diabetes Association Alert Day ?? Today is American Diabetes Association Alert Day, a day to raise awareness about the importance of diabetes education, prevention, and support. Diabetes affects millions of people, but together we can help spread knowledge and empower healthy choices! ?? Take this opportunity to learn more about diabetes, share valuable information with your community, and encourage a healthier lifestyle for everyone. Small changes today can lead to big impacts in the future! ?? At The Cook’s Nook, our medically tailored nutrition solutions are designed to support diabetes health, as well as renal, maternal, heart health, and overall well-being. We work with our partners to improve healthcare outcomes for its most vulnerable populations situated at the intersection of nutrition insecurity and chronic health conditions. Interested in partnering with us? Let’s connect and chat! https://hubs.la/Q03djfm70

?All Things Food - Food Tank at SXSW 2025? This outstanding annual event brought together influential leaders and innovators to engage in conversations about key issues surrounding food systems, health, and sustainability. On March 13th, Joi Chevalier, Founder and CEO, The Cook's Nook; Roy Steiner, Senior Vice President for the Food Initiative, The Rockefeller Foundation; and Brandon Lombardi, Chief Sustainability Officer, Sprouts Farmers Market led a compelling discussion on the important topic of “Food Is Medicine”. The conversation was moderated by Danielle Nierenberg, President, Food Tank. If you missed the event, click here to check the panel discussion video: https://hubs.la/Q03d4vSm0

?? Nutrition for All, Equity for Everyone ?? This National Nutrition Month, we’re celebrating the power of health equity—because everyone deserves access to nourishing food and wellness resources. ?? At The Cook's Nook, we work with healthcare providers, benefits platforms, community-based organizations, and insurers to improve healthcare outcomes for its most vulnerable populations situated at the intersection of nutrition insecurity and chronic health conditions. We craft culturally rooted and medically tailored nutrition solutions, that cater to renal and diabetes needs, promote heart health, and support maternal health and well-being. Stay connected with The Cook’s Nook and be part of the movement for a healthier, more inclusive future. Sign up for our newsletter today! https://hubs.la/Q03csfdL0 #NationalNutritionMonth #HealthEquity #NutritionForAll

Food Tank's "All Things Food" is coming soon! This great annual event that brings together leaders and innovators to discuss critical issues related to food systems, health, and sustainability. The 2025 summit is scheduled for March 13-14 at Barr Mansion in Austin, Texas. It's two days packed with bold flavors, powerful conversations & hope for the future of food Joi Chevalier, Founder and CEO of The Cook's Nook will be talking on the critical topic Food Is Medicine, along with other amazing panelists Lyndsey Waugh, Executive Director, Sprouts Foundation; Roy Steiner, Senior Vice President for the Food Initiative, Rockefeller; Chef Bleu Adams, Founder, Indigehub Invited; and moderated by Danielle Nierenberg, President, Food Tank. The panel discussion will be held on March 13th, at 3.45 pm. Join us to learn and explore the transformative potential of food in preventing and managing chronic diseases. Register here: https://hubs.la/Q03bbr-n0

?? Celebrating the incredible women who inspire, lead, and shape the world every day! ?? On this Women’s Day, we honor the strength, passion, and resilience of women everywhere. At The Cook’s Nook, we are proud to support and uplift women through every step of their journey. Let’s continue to empower, support, and celebrate each other, not just today, but every day. ?? Here's to the women who make a difference — thank you for your contributions, your leadership, and your unwavering spirit. Together, we rise! ??? #HappyWomensDay #CelebrateWomen #Empowerment #StrongerTogether #WomensDay2025

For The Cook’s Nook, addressing nutrition access is a fundamental aspect of Social Determinants of Health. And so, we focus on crafting culturally rooted and inclusive nutrition solutions that cater to improve maternal health, promote heart health, support renal and diabetes needs, with a result of improved patient well-being. This month, we’re celebrating the power of good nutrition and its impact on health equity for all communities. Everyone deserves access to healthy, affordable food, and we’re committed to creating solutions that break down barriers to nutrition, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Join us as we work towards a world where nutrition equity is a reality. Together, we can create healthier, stronger communities! ?? Click here to learn more about our nutrition solutions: https://hubs.la/Q039L91f0 #NationalNutritionMonth #HealthEquity #NutritionForAll #HealthyCommunities #NutritionSolutions #EatWellLiveWell

? Save the Date for You Grill Girl 2025 - April 24th! ? Now in its 5th year, Les Dames d’Escoffier (LDEI) Austin Chapter’s premier event, You Grill, Girl returns on April 24th with what just might be its best lineup to date. The fundraising event will highlight smoked and grilled dishes by 10+ powerhouse female chefs and bakers as well as a fully stocked bar featuring the goods from female winemakers, brewers and distillers. Once again taking place in the parking lot of Franklin Barbecue, the event has an anticipated attendance of 300 food enthusiasts and media. Proceeds from ticket sales, raffle, silent auction and sponsorships will benefit LDEI’s scholarship programs, which helps advance the careers of women in culinary, hospitality, and fine beverage industries. Dust off that seafoam poofy sleeved prom dress or cumberbun WITH THIS YEAR’S vintage PROM THEME! TICKETS ON SALE STARTING IN LATE MARCH

Join Joi Chevalier, Founder and CEO of The Cook's Nook, with podcast host, Dr. Bianca Neal on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 for a live podcast session between 3:30-4:30pm at the Special Events Center at the Austin Public Library, Central Branch, 710 W Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701. Stay for an evening mixer at the ChangeMakers Summit powered by the SaulPaul Foundation. RSVP here: https://hubs.la/Q0396Qnr0

Looking forward to speaking at the most delicious event of SXSW with @FoodTank! Two days packed with bold flavors, powerful conversations & hope for the future of food. Join me there: https://hubs.la/Q038VsCc0

So grateful for Blue Impact? grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) in helping Ascension Seton Foundation’s Food is the Best Medicine (FBM) program deliver the food, as well as provide nutrition education and information about community food resources! FBM program aims to alleviate food insecurity, improve health outcomes, and promote equitable access to nutrient rich food to parents and their newborn children through community partnerships. The Cook’s Nook is honored to be a partner along with Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin, Farmshare Austin and the Michael & Susan Dell Center for Healthy Living at the UTHealth School of Public Health in Austin. Click here to read more from BCBSTX: https://hubs.la/Q038VbSv0 #BlueImpact #FoodIsMedicine #MaternalHealth