Central Carolina Community College Culinary Arts

02/05/2026

Next week in the Campus Cafés - we are looking forward to getting back in the kitchen after all of that bad weather.

In Pittsboro on Wednesday the 11th, stop by for some Southern Soul Food! I can't wait for this lunch, personally!

Then in Sanford on Thursday the 12th, the Café special will be Chicken and Waffles!
-*There is NO Tuesday (Feb 10) Lunch Service at the Cougar Café.-

02/03/2026

Pittsboro lunch is canceled Wed. 2/4 due to snow days

01/29/2026

Next week, weather permitting, come have lunch in one of the Campus Cafés.
- Tuesday grab-n-go in the Cougar Café Sanford
- Wednesday Asian Flavors in the Natural Chef Café Pittsboro

The Student Farm at CCCC Pittsboro EATS!

01/28/2026

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Reservations are going fast! email me kburt194@cccc.edu to reserve your pick up dinner in Pittsboro! Treat someone for early Vday! 2/11 pickup!

01/27/2026

Due to weather and unable to receive product--Chatham lunch is canceled for 1/28. We will either do the same menu on 2/4 or a completely different menu.

01/27/2026

Eat something great for Valentine's Day after these long, icy days!
Email us now to reserve your dinner!

01/22/2026

We have Valentine's Pick-Up Dinners available from both the Sanford and Pittsboro Teaching Kitchens! Pre order today - in Sanford, pre order by emailing Chef Kathryn by Sunday, February 9th. In Pittsboro, please reserve your meals by Wednesday, February 4th by emailing Chef Kelly. Emails are listed in the comments and on the flyers.

Menu - Chatham County:
Pick up on Wednesday, February 11 from Natural Chef Cafe in Pittsboro between 5 and 5:30pm.

STARTERS - (Choose one)
WINTER CAULIFLOWER SALAD [GF / V]
with yogurt sauce, pomegranate, toasted almonds & dill

CREAMY CAULIFLOWER SOUP [GF / V]
pomegranate, toasted almonds & harissa oil

ENTREES - (Choose one)
LITTLE WAY FARM LAMB ROAST [GFA]
with spiced honey sauce, roasted chickpeas, & butternut squash over couscous

VEGETARIAN MOROCCAN SPICED CHICKPEA & BUTTERNUT SQUASH STEW [GFA]
over couscous with yogurt & dill

DESSERT - (for 2)
CHOCOLATE DIPPED STRAWBERRIES [NF / V]
with red velvet cupcakes

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Menu - Lee County:
Pick up is on Thursday February 12th between 5 and 7pm from the big kitchen in the Civic Center Annex in Sanford.

STARTERS (CHOOSE 1)
• CAPRESE SALAD
• BROCCOLI & CHEDDAR SOUP
• FRENCH ONION SOUP

ENTREES (CHOOSE 1)
• PRIME RIB WITH AU JUS
• LAMB W/ CHIMICHURRI SAUCE
• “MARRY ME” CHICKEN
• EGGPLANT PARMESAN (v)

SIDES (CHOOSE 2)
• GLAZED CARROTS
• ASPARAGUS
• AU GRATIN POTATOES
• BAKED SWEET POTATO
• ROASTED PARMESAN BRUSSELS SPROUTS

DESSERT (CHOOSE 1)
• CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKE (gf)
• CHEESECAKE WITH TOPPINGS
• RASPBERRY TART

01/22/2026

Our two campus Cafés will be operational next week!

We will have Grab-&-Go Salads on Tuesday in the Cougar Café in Sanford - PLEASE NOTE - there is no regular lunch service at Cougar Café on Tuesdays, and will not be serving until Thursday, February 12th. Grab-&-Go is the Tuesday theme for lunches this semester.

In Pittsboro at the Natural Chef Café, we start our Farm-to-Table class service on Wednesday, running weekly most weeks. This class uses locally sourced ingredients for Global menus throughout the semester. Also look out for Pop-Up Lunches occasionally on Mondays.

01/21/2026

Canceled! First time in 10 years. So sad!

We need YOU to take Chef Kelly's online Natural Chef Class! If we have just a few more students, we can continue with the class. Enrollment Link is in the comments.

Course Description:
This comprehensive, instructor-led course is designed for individuals passionate about creating wholesome, health-focused meals using fresh, natural ingredients. Participants will learn essential culinary techniques, including knife skills, cooking methods, and meal planning, while exploring the principles of whole-food nutrition and sustainable cooking practices. The course emphasizes the preparation of balanced, flavorful dishes that support overall health and wellness, catering to various dietary needs and preferences. Through hands-on training, students will gain the knowledge and confidence to craft meals that are both nourishing and visually appealing, whether for personal use, catering, or professional culinary settings. By the end of the course, participants will have a strong foundation in health-conscious cooking and a deeper appreciation for the connection between food and well-being.

Additional Information:
Tuition: $180.00

Additional Course Fees:
Fees listed here are in addition to general tuition and fees charged at registration:
- Continuing Ed Accident Insurance: $1.00
- Technology Fee - Continuing Ed: $3.00
- Security Fee - Continuing Ed: $2.00

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01/20/2026

We need YOU to take Chef Kelly's online Natural Chef Class! If we have just a few more students, we can continue with the class. Enrollment Link is in the comments.

Course Description:
This comprehensive, instructor-led course is designed for individuals passionate about creating wholesome, health-focused meals using fresh, natural ingredients. Participants will learn essential culinary techniques, including knife skills, cooking methods, and meal planning, while exploring the principles of whole-food nutrition and sustainable cooking practices. The course emphasizes the preparation of balanced, flavorful dishes that support overall health and wellness, catering to various dietary needs and preferences. Through hands-on training, students will gain the knowledge and confidence to craft meals that are both nourishing and visually appealing, whether for personal use, catering, or professional culinary settings. By the end of the course, participants will have a strong foundation in health-conscious cooking and a deeper appreciation for the connection between food and well-being.

Additional Information:
Tuition: $180.00

Additional Course Fees:
Fees listed here are in addition to general tuition and fees charged at registration:
- Continuing Ed Accident Insurance: $1.00
- Technology Fee - Continuing Ed: $3.00
- Security Fee - Continuing Ed: $2.00

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01/20/2026

Do you want to discuss the new food pyramid? Join us! A few days left to sign up!

We need YOU to take Chef Kelly's online Natural Chef Class! If we have just a few more students, we can continue with the class. Enrollment Link is in the comments.

Course Description:
This comprehensive, instructor-led course is designed for individuals passionate about creating wholesome, health-focused meals using fresh, natural ingredients. Participants will learn essential culinary techniques, including knife skills, cooking methods, and meal planning, while exploring the principles of whole-food nutrition and sustainable cooking practices. The course emphasizes the preparation of balanced, flavorful dishes that support overall health and wellness, catering to various dietary needs and preferences. Through hands-on training, students will gain the knowledge and confidence to craft meals that are both nourishing and visually appealing, whether for personal use, catering, or professional culinary settings. By the end of the course, participants will have a strong foundation in health-conscious cooking and a deeper appreciation for the connection between food and well-being.

Additional Information:
Tuition: $180.00

Additional Course Fees:
Fees listed here are in addition to general tuition and fees charged at registration:
- Continuing Ed Accident Insurance: $1.00
- Technology Fee - Continuing Ed: $3.00
- Security Fee - Continuing Ed: $2.00

Central Carolina Community College Chatham Chatlist Downtown Pittsboro Chatham Foodie Chatham County, North Carolina Communities In Schools of Chatham County Chatham County Schools Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center Pittsboro EATS! Pittsboro NC Community & Events Pittsboro / Chatham NC Foodies

01/20/2026

Sanford & Lee Campus Folks - be sure to pre-order your Valentine's Pick Up Dinner by Sunday, Feb. 8th - email Chef Kathryn: khorrell@cccc.edu. To be picked up Thursday, February 12th between 5:00 and 7:00 pm from the big kitchen in the Civic Center Annex. When ordering, be sure to list your choices from the menu below: