The Global Plate | July 2026

CONTENTS

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How Culturally Familiar Foods Strengthen School Nutrition Programs by Reducing Waste By Leslene Gordon, PhD, RDN, LDN

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How Media is Feeding Gen Alpha’s Food Interests By Butterball Foodservice

When Collaboration Serves Everyone By Gaia

The Right Partner for School Nutrition's Cold Storage Challenges Polar King's Summit City Symposium 2026

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28 The Social Corner: Video Content By Rachel Dreslinski and Kariss Harvey 32 The Global Plate: Bringing International Flavors to School Menus with AmTab

08 Global Flavors as seen from the ANC 2026 show floor

10 More than a Meal Helping Seattle tell its story

14 The STOVE Leadership Framework for Leading, Supporting, and Inspiring Your Team with Institute of Child Nutrition

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34 Celebrating Culture Through the Ohio Proud Recipe Initiative with Pisanick Partners 36 Maine DOE Farm-to-School Cook-Off Showcases Local Blueberries and Beef in School Meals Fresh Content from FSD Quarterly

18 Podcast Spotlight New episode! The Miami-Dade Difference

22 #THISisschoolmeals Recipe Exchange Recipes from J.T.M., Chobani, Health-e Pro, and National Peanut Board

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JANUARY 9TH Hillsborough County Public Schools Center for Nutrition and Culinary Services

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