BITE INTO OPPORTUNITY!
Between Bites Podcast Spotlights Chef Martha Wiggins
On episode 11 of the Between Bites Podcast, Chef Martha Wiggins, the Chief Culinary Officer and Executive Chef at Café Reconcile, sat down with hosts Nina Compton and Larry Miller to discuss her remarkable journey in the culinary world. Chef Wiggins shared insights into Café Reconcile's day-to-day operations and mission and explained why the organization is so close to her heart.
At Reconcile, Chef Martha is a testament to the power of mentorship and the transformative power of opportunity in shaping positive life experiences. Her work serves as a guide for those interested in having a positive role in young people’s growth and development, including creating a welcoming space and supportive community atmosphere in your workplace. Chef Martha's unique blend of expertise and empathy creates a nurturing environment where young people not only learn transferable job readiness skills but also gain confidence and real-world experience as they pursue their career goals. Click here to listen to the full Chef Martha Wiggins Between Bites Podcast Episode.
The Mission of Café Reconcile: More Than Just Amazing Food
At its heart, Café Reconcile is a beacon of hope, opportunity, and empowerment, transcending the boundaries of a traditional restaurant to address the deeper needs of many local young people. Our innovative workforce development program is designed to arm young people with not only culinary and hospitality skills but also the self-assurance and problem-solving abilities they require to navigate the working world and life's challenges.
How You Can Support Café Reconcile’s Mission
Dine in the Café
Every dollar spent in the Café supports our mission. By joining us for lunch, you're not just treating yourself to an amazing culinary experience; you're investing in dreams and nurturing the potential of local young people. To make a reservation, email reservations@cafereconcile.org.
Make a Donation
With your gift, you help young people prepare for bright futures. You can choose to make a one-time gift or set up a recurring gift to give automatically each month.
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More about Between The Bites
The Between Bites Podcast is devoted to exploring New Orleans culture and the people who help it thrive. Nina Compton, James Beard award-winning chef, Top Chef Star and restaurateur, and her husband Larry Miller (the duo behind Compere Lapin and Bywater American Bistro) lead discussions with special guests around the robust culture of New Orleans -- from cuisine and music to art, literature, and everything in between. They visit with local chefs, musicians, artists, singers, and Pelicans players and staff for long discussions on their lives and their work.