Free Food Literacy Fair to be held at Mid-Continent Public Library’s Culinary Kitchens on July 25

Courtesy of Mid-Continent Public Library’s Culinary Kitchens

Mid-Continent Public Library’s Culinary Kitchens will host its second annual Food Literacy Fair in honor of Culinary Arts Month on Saturday, July 25. The event is intended for all ages, is free to attend, and no advance registration is required. 

Starting at 10:00 a.m. at Green Hills Library Center, MCPL Culinary Kitchens staff and presenters will lead educational and hands-on culinary activities for all ages.

The morning session (10 a.m. – 1 p.m) features activities and demonstrations such as Easy Corn Tortillas with Dr. Chavez, dino treat decorating for kids, local jam tasting with KC Food Hub, DIY tea blend with Chan Teas, and more. The afternoon session (2 – 5 p.m.) includes Cajun remoulade with Chef Esra, Chinese dumplings, “Cookies Around the World” with MCPL Culinary Kitchens’ Teaching Kitchen Crew, and more. 

Courtesy of Mid-Continent Public Library’s Culinary Kitchens

“The Culinary Literacy Fair is a great opportunity to experience all the food-related services the Library has to offer!” says MCPL Culinary Kitchens Director Xander Winkel. “We had such a remarkable turnout last year and are excited to offer even more food activities and host more food businesses sharing samples this year!” 

The MCPL Culinary Kitchens opened in 2023 to provide free, high-quality food education for both individuals and businesses. 

Green Hills Library Center is located at 8581 N. Green Hills Rd., Kansas City, MO.