We’re changing health outcomes and changing lives, one community at a time.
Our mission at The Cook’s Nook is to be the leading developer and distributor of fresh, nutritious and culturally relevant meals to address food insecurity and chronic disease.
To do this, we design programs that lead to improved health and economic outcomes by providing vulnerable populations access to quality nutrition with dignity and choice.
Our mission at The Cook’s Nook is to be the leading developer and distributor of fresh, nutritious and culturally relevant meals to address food insecurity and chronic disease.
To do this, we design programs that lead to improved health and economic outcomes by providing vulnerable populations access to quality nutrition with dignity and choice.
Recent News
“Texas Table: A Feast for A Cause” an Unforgettable Culinary Experience – With Purpose!
The Cook’s Nook once again hosted “Texas Table: A Feast for A Cause” event on February 25, 2025, at Lenoir in South Austin. This event is more than a fundraising dinner — it’s a movement to advance food equity and to support organizations making a real impact in our communities. This was the fourth year and the only event of its kind in the city, focusing on food access, resilience, and health outcomes.
Webinar “Food As Medicine in Practice: From Study to Standard of Care”
We had a fantastic webinar “Food As Medicine in Practice: From Study to Standard of Care” last week, on November 6th. Moderated by Joi Chevalier, Founder and CEO of The Cook's Nook, this webinar was co-hosted by The Cook’s Nook and Michael and Susan Dell Center for Healthy Living. The event emphasized the importance of Food As Medicine and its role in improving health outcomes.
The Cook’s Nook Featured on Austin PBS
Cottonwood Baptist Church had been looking for a way to serve their local community for years. An opportunity finally arose in September 2020 with The Cook’s Nook. Food insecurity in Travis County disproportionately affects Black and Brown communities. According to a study by Austin Public Health, 11% of African American Austin residents and 9% of Austin Hispanics live in areas with limited access to healthy foods. We are honored to help be a part of solving this demanding issue.