August 12, 2026
We were touched by the recent article in The New York Times on Jacques’ landmark cookbook, La Technique, marking its enduring influence on culinary education 50 years after its publication. The piece by Pete Wells highlighted how La Technique—now published as Jacques Pépin Complete Techniques—has been a foundational text, using photographs to explain fundamental kitchen techniques for any home cook or professional chef.
June 30, 2026
We are delighted to announce our first round of 2026 Principal Grant awardees and four Partnership Circle Grant awardees. We are honored to partner with these community-based culinary training programs, and excited to see how far their graduates will go.
June 26, 2026
After months of preparation, the dedicated crew at Emma’s Torch have cut the ribbon on their brand new café and training center in Silver Spring, MD! The JPF was thrilled to be there, as Board Member Elaine Chon-Baker and Marketing Communications Manager Carolyn Crow joined community leaders, employment partners, and program alumni for the celebration earlier this month.
June 13, 2026
Chef Urban has over 20 years of experience using food as a vehicle for empowerment, equity, and transformation. Under Chef Urban’s direction, the Silver Fork culinary training program supports up to 60 aspiring culinarians each year in launching meaningful careers in the hospitality industry. In this interview, Chef Urban explains that they have adopted Jacques’ motto “We are all equal in the eyes of the stove” at Silver Fork.
May 26, 2026
Many of you have told us that you wanted to continue what started with the 90/90 Home Celebrations in 2025 and turn those meals into a tradition. We listened, and now we’re making it official! As of today, after a few thoughtful updates, the Home Cook Celebrations Guide has moved from its original home on the 90/90 website.
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