The 2015 Kids State Dinner
This is the fifth year of the Healthy Lunchtime challenge & Kids "State Dinner", in which 8-12 year old kids across the nation were invited to create a lunchtime recipe that is healthy, affordable, original, and delicious. In support of the First Lady's "Let's Move" initiative, entrants were encouraged to reference information at "ChooseMyPlate.gov" to ensure recipes met the USDA's recommended nutrition guidance. The Healthy Lunchtime Challenge received almost one thousand entries. On Friday, July 10, 2015, 55 aspiring young chefs and a parent joined the First Lady for a healthy lunch, featuring a selection of winning recipes, and a performance by the cast of Disney's Tony-Award winning hit musical "Aladdin", followed by a visit to the White House Kitchen Garden.
A side note here, after I had a nasty fall, that resulted in a broken bone in my foot, I was taken to the White House doctor. On my way to the ambulance I did see the cast from "Aladdin" in the hallway. I was disappointed that I missed my interview with Richmond, Virginia's own Simone Spalding, age 8. Simone's dish was "Rainbow Chili".
Read MoreA side note here, after I had a nasty fall, that resulted in a broken bone in my foot, I was taken to the White House doctor. On my way to the ambulance I did see the cast from "Aladdin" in the hallway. I was disappointed that I missed my interview with Richmond, Virginia's own Simone Spalding, age 8. Simone's dish was "Rainbow Chili".
