Chicago Public Schools to Roll Out New Student-Informed Menu Items
pasta salad are among some of the new menu items that Chicago Public Schools (CPS) will roll out in school cafeterias this school year, following summer taste testing sessions with students, educators and community members. While not as formal as a TV cooking competition, the sample testing aimed to help improve the daily fare on food trays across the District.
and Open Kitchens, both showcased new dishes for feedback and fine tuning.
throughout September.
breakfast tacos and more. The feedback has helped vendors launch some new dishes this year, including Asian Noodle Salad, Chicago Ham Frittata, pierogies, BBQ tofu, chilaquiles as well as updates to some of the
traditional fare.
Thursdays, featuring two vegetarian dishes on that day each week. This year, the District is offering a daily vegetarian meal option. The District has also provided Halal meal programs at schools since 2021, while Kosher meals have been offered since 2018.
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