Congratulations to the middle school Flik competition team who finished in second place at the Flik Invitational Cook-Off on Wednesday, April 18. The students participated in this Iron-Chef style competition against student culinary teams from Charlotte Latin and Providence Day in a fundraising event that raised $4,000 for Loaves & Fishes.

The team prepared a three course meal consisting of an appetizer, entrée and dessert. At the competition, the team was also given a secret ingredient of pears to incorporate into their menu.

Appetizer
Sweet Potato Bruschetta with Crostini and Baby Arugula (with Pears)

Entrée
Jamaican Jerk Chicken Breast
Coconut Rice and Peas
Pan Fried Plantains

Dessert
Cannoli Crepe with Macerated Strawberries (with Pears)

The group was under the direction of Chef David Stowe with members:

Caitlin Callihan
Kianna Funderburk
Nick Herman
Emmery Johnson
JoJo Killen
Brenna Knight
Jordan Petruk