Producers Choice Chef Award
Metropolitan Community College’s Institute for Culinary Arts welcomes the Nebraska Sustainable Ag Society for their 2015 Producers Choice Chef Award. Local nominees include Colin and Jessica Duggan (Kitchen Table), Isa Moscowitz (Modern Love), Glenn Wheeler (Spencers for Steaks and Chops) and Ben Maides (Avoli). The award ceremony takes place January 25 at 5:30 p.m. Buy tickets beforehand for $125. http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/871860
Food Raiser
Stop in at Hot Shops January 1-29 to check out the Potluck – Art for Food Exhibit. The exhibit is free and open to the public and attendees are encouraged to bring along some nonperishable food to donate. The food will then be donated to local food pantries, helping local folks who need a little help. http://www.hotshopsartcenter.com/index.html
Cheaper Caffeinating
Urban Abbey recently announced that students with valid IDs now get 10% off any coffee or tea drink. The offer’s valid anytime they’re open, so if you’re looking for somewhere to get caffeinated while you study, this may be the place. http://www.urbanabbeyomaha.com/
Like Food? Like Writing?
Dish is looking for some new writers to join our team. Write about the food scene in Omaha and the surrounding area while working with a group of folks who really appreciate innovative ideas. (Ultram) We’re looking for writers as well as someone ready to take on the role of contributing editor. Contact crumbs@thereader.com if you’re interested.