Memorial University to host Disaster Chef Challenge on Wednesday, May 7 

This week is National Emergency Preparedness Week, which reminds people to be prepared for emergencies by having an emergency kit in their homes stocked with non-perishable food items in case of emergencies and prolonged power outages.

To raise awareness in a fun and engaging way, Memorial’s Protective Services will host a cooking contest known as the Disaster Chef Challenge.

Faculty, staff and students at Memorial were challenged to create recipes for a delicious main course meal using only non-perishable foods and a propane stove. The recipes also had to cover all the Canada Food Guide categories.  

Three finalists have been selected based on the merit and promise of their recipes and will prepare their meal for a panel of judges on Wednesday, May 7, at 11:30 a.m. near the base of the Memorial tower next to the University Centre.

The winner will receive an emergency weather radio and a Memorial experience package, including family passes to the Johnson Geo Centre and Memorial University Botanical Garden, a one-month fitness membership at The Works and more.

Media are welcome to attend and cover the event. Holly Tobin, Memorial’s manager of emergency planning and business continuity, will be available for an interview.

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For more information, please contact Chad Pelley, media relations, Memorial University, at chad.pelley@mun.ca or 709-853-4281.