From Hawaii to the Hill: Chef Roy Yamaguchi Working Alongside DC Central Kitchen Students
“When you see people that are eager to learn, to try different things, I think it’s important for someone that’s been in the industry or a long time to give back.”
Stepping up for our city with DC Food Project and Plenty To Eat
“If you need food, we’re going to give you food.”
Farm-to-Community: Our Impact with Diverse Local Farmers
“There’s no better way to be in community than through food.”
Celebrating 15 Years of Carmine’s in DC!
We hope you’ll join us in celebrating 15 years of this great restaurant partner this month!
Alumni Spotlight: Meet Terrence
“I’m definitely glad I stuck it out. I ended up getting a job, I definitely turned my life around.”
How DCCK showed up for Older Americans Month
With Washington, DC persistently posting some of the highest rates of hunger among older adults, we made the choice to step up in new ways for DC’s seniors.
See You at Sundress Fest!
Memorial Day is the unofficial first day of summer for some. For others, it’s the last day of school. But for some Washingtonians, summer doesn’t start until the first Sunday […]
Know Your Worth
Our first Culinary Job Training class specifically designed for single mothers balancing childcare responsibilities while aspiring to a new career graduated in 2024. Class 174 continues this successful expansion of […]
Join our Produce Push!
In the times when our community needs DC Central Kitchen the most, we tell ourselves two simple words: keep pushing.
Meet Marian
“Welcome to DC Central Kitchen, where my dreams came true!”