Colleagues,
We are pleased to forward this interesting story as Appleseeds, the student run restaurant at Leominster Center for Technical Education Innovation (CTEi), celebrates its 30th Anniversary !!
David
CTEi’s Appleseeds celebrates 30 Years
Eatery run by Leominster Culinary Arts Program
Appleseeds Restaurant, part of Leominster High School’s culinary program, was honored last month for the institution’s 30th anniversary. From left, Appleseeds Chef and Instructor Emily McLaughlin, Pastry Chef Donna Lafayette, State Rep. Natalie Higgins, and Appleseeds front of house instructor Derek Brooks.
By dray | Sentinel & Enterprise
January 5, 2024 at 2:56 a.m.
LEOMINSTER — Appleseeds Restaurant recently marked a significant milestone – its 30th anniversary.
The student-operated culinary institution at the Leominster’s Center for Technical Education Innovation (CTEi) was celebrated with a gathering on Dec. 21 hosted by the culinary team and students.
“A key aspect of our jobs as vocational teachers is to teach employability to our students and in the food service industry that translates into providing superior customer service,” chef and instructor Emily McLaughlin said.
The event drew state Rep. Natalie Higgins, who presented a citation of congratulations sent from the legislative body, co-signed by Speaker of the House Ronald Mariano, according to a press release.
Appleseeds is open Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. when school is in session. Menu items rotate and some of the delicious homemade dishes offered over the last couple months include prime rib, baked lobster, and Asian salmon cakes over rice noodle salad, to name a few.
There are also mouthwatering desserts available, and all menu items are reasonably priced. The student eatery takes cash only and those with questions about daily specials and reservations can call 978-534-7735 ext. 2618.
There are two other instructors besides McLaughlin in the culinary program – Pastry Chef Donna Lafayette and Derek Brooks, who teaches front-of-house courses.
René Lafayette contributed to this story.
David J. Ferreira
MAVA Communications Coordinator
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