Chef John LaTour: A Passion for Healthy Families
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Chef John LaTour is on a mission to help families eat and live healthier. With a background in technology and culinary arts, he transitioned from a career at Microsoft to studying business, baking, and pastry arts, later graduating from Johnson & Wales Culinary School. After working in food service, he spent a decade teaching with Mecklenburg County’s Smart Start program and Central Piedmont Community College’s “Charlotte Cooks.” In 2020, after relocating to Brunswick County, he launched *Healthy Families, Healthy Futures*, a nonprofit dedicated to nutrition education.What sets Chef John apart is his generosity—he volunteers his time and expertise, strengthening EFNEP’s reach in the Southeast Region. From co-teaching at community events to assisting with the 4-H Chopped Challenge, his dedication makes a lasting impact. His contributions have earned him the *Golden Star Award*, a well-deserved recognition for his unwavering commitment to healthier communities. He is the Golden Star Award winner for the SE Region of the state. Only five of these awards are given each year! The Golden Stars of EFNEP are individuals, groups or agencies, both internal and external, who have significantly contributed to the county program. They provide on-going support to help the EFNEP Educator achieve the county program goals.
THANK YOU CHEF JOHN FOR ALL YOU DO!
From left to right: Emily Pendergrass (Regional Nutrition Extension Associate) Angie Lawrence (EFNEP Nutrition Educator, 4-H Program Assistant) Chef John LaTour, and Jamie Lester (4-H Youth Development Agent).