Success Story: Global Kitchen Adventures - Lebanon

Introduction: The Global Kitchen Adventures class in Lebanon has tremendously succeeded in significantly enhancing participants’ culinary skills and knowledge. This success story highlights the positive impact of the class on attendees, focusing on their improved abilities in making Tabouli Salad, food safety practices, and openness to new culinary experiences. The class was led by local community member Debbie Adams, with valuable assistance from McCracken County Family and Consumer Science agent Kelly Alsip.

Improved Skills and Knowledge: One of the primary goals of the class was to improve participants’ skills in making Tabouli Salad. Out of 23 participants, 22 reported that their skills and knowledge had significantly improved, with only one participant indicating otherwise. This demonstrates the effectiveness of the class in teaching the intricacies of this traditional Lebanese dish.

Enhanced Food Safety Practices: The class also aimed to educate participants on food-safe storage, handling, and preparation. According to the survey, 19 participants felt they had improved their knowledge in these areas, while 4 felt somewhat improved. This boost in knowledge has increased participants’ confidence in preparing Tabouli Salad at home, with 22 feeling confident and one somewhat confident.

Openness to New Culinary Experiences: Another important outcome of the class is the increased willingness of participants to try new foods and utilize local resources such as the Farmer’s Market. The survey results show that 22 participants are open to trying new foods, with one somewhat open, and all 23 participants are willing to consider utilizing the local Farmer’s Market. This indicates that the class has successfully broadened participants’ culinary horizons.

Participant Feedback: The feedback from participants has been overwhelmingly positive. Comments include:

• “I am so glad I came today.”
• “Absolutely fantastic class.”
• “Fresh produce is always the best. This was so much fun!”
• “Very informative and fun!”
• “Thank you so much. I learned something new!”
• “Debbie was great teaching new recipes. Can’t wait for the next class, so excited!”
• “5/5 Stars! A ++++++”
• “It was great! Thanks!”
• “Use free radio ads-great lessons for the public to know about.”

Conclusion: The Global Kitchen Adventures class in Lebanon has achieved its goals of improving culinary skills, enhancing food safety knowledge, and fostering a sense of culinary adventure among participants. The success of the class is evident in the positive survey results and enthusiastic feedback from attendees. This initiative, led by Debbie Adams and supported by Kelly Alsip, has not only empowered individuals to prepare traditional dishes with confidence but also encouraged them to embrace new culinary experiences and support local food markets.