The inaugural city-wide competition will feature signature dishes from nine local culinary teams.
New York, NY – Food is culture, tradition, and a vital part of daily life. On Tuesday, March 25, NYC Aging’s first-ever Plant-Based Cook-Off will showcase how older adult center (OAC) chefs are elevating the food served at their centers by redefining plant-based dining with creativity, cultural influences, and bold flavors. Nine culinary teams will go head-to-head, preparing signature plant-based dishes that highlight the variety and richness of NYC’s food traditions. A panel of distinguished chefs and food industry leaders will select the winning dish, while attendees—NYC Aging’s network of providers and aging sector professionals—will have the opportunity to sample each creation.
This cook-off provides a platform for collaboration among providers while celebrating the chefs who make plant-based eating an exciting part of the dining experience for older New Yorkers. The event will highlight how these meals not only meet nutritional needs but also honor the cultural preferences of NYC’s diverse aging population.
WHAT: NYC Aging’s Inaugural Plant-Based Cook-Off 2025
WHEN: Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Doors open at 1:00 PM)
WHERE: The Venue at City Harvest, 171 53rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11232
The NYC Department for the Aging’s (NYC Aging) mission is to eliminate ageism and empower older adults to live independently in their communities. Through a network of over 300 older adult centers and naturally occurring retirement communities, NYC Aging provides vital programs and resources to nearly 1.8 million older New Yorkers, fostering their physical and mental well-being.
