Celebrity Chef Tavel Bristol-Joseph Brings Caribbean Flavors to Ames Schools

Ames, IA — Students of Ames Middle School and Ames High School are in for an exciting culinary adventure with celebrity chef Tavel Bristol-Joseph visiting on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, as they celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special experience. The Austin-based chef, known for his bold flavors and creative cooking style, will be joining forces with Chartwells K12 to bring a taste of the Caribbean to Ames as part of the Global Eats program.

Chef Bristol-Joseph will meet with the students to talk about nutrition and the connection in cultures. The chef will lead a cooking demo and serve up delicious Caribbean dishes like Caribbean jerk chicken, rice arroz con maiz, and Caribbean style cheesy potatoes. All of which are part of a special Caribbean themed menu created in honor of our collaboration with Chartwells K12.

The Global Eats program is designed by food service partner, Cartwells, to introduce students to new cultural cuisines from all around the world. The Global Eats program is about allowing our students the opportunity to experience and learn about food from different cultures while also influencing and promoting healthier, more balanced eating habits.

Event Details:

• When: Wednesday, February 19, 2025, from 10 am – 2 pm
  • Ames High School 10 am – 11 am, Family and Consumer Science Classroom
  • Ames Middle School: 11 am – 2 pm, Cafeteria
• Where:
  • Ames High School, 1801 Ridgewood Ave., Ames, IA 50014
  • Ames Middle School, 3915 Mortensen Rd., Ames, IA 50014

Chef Bristol-Joseph’s visit to Ames Middle School will surely be a highlight for students. With the opportunity for fun and flavor-filled ways to explore the taste of the Caribbean. Through the Global Eats program and our very own celebrity chef students will be inspired to continue exploring our vast world’s cultural dishes.