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.
Upcoming
Join us for a one-hour webinar where panelists will share key insights from their latest research on Food As Medicine. We’ll explore the communities most likely to benefit and focus on how to translate these research findings into practical, everyday applications. Our discussion will cover the creation of systems that integrate Food As Medicine knowledge into ongoing care, whether through healthcare providers, clinics, or community-based organizations.
Recent News
LDEI Woman of Purpose Award
Joi Chevalier, Founder and CEO of The Cook's Nook, has been honored with the Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI) Women of Purpose Growth Grant in partnership with YETI! This prestigious grant of $2,500 celebrates Joi’s impactful work in food justice, public health, and sustainability. LDEI is an international organization of women leaders who create a supportive culture in their communities to achieve excellence in the
Joi Chevalier speaks to Sara Light on Hello Longhorn podcast!
Joi Chevalier, Founder and CEO of The Cook’s Nook, was featured on the Hello Longhorn podcast, highlighting inspiring University of Texas alumni. Joi shares her incredible journey — from majoring in Latin to becoming a tech product manager and now leading the charge in health equity with The Cook's Nook. Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS '02, Life Member,
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.