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Back To The Table Culinary Academy

Culinary training and soul food education that bring health, culture, and connection back to the table.

The education arm of Nikas Catering LLC led by NJ Licensed Culinary Educator & Chef Ronnell Simmons. We focus on healthy soul food, ServSafe-informed instruction, and community-centered learning to restore connection via the shared meal.

Why Back To The Table Culinary Academy?

Chef Ronnell Simmons’ culinary journey was deeply redefined following a personal battle with cancer. This diagnosis led to a profound shift in diet and lifestyle, which quickly transformed into a calling to educate others on how soul food can be both culturally rich and naturally life-giving.

Our mission is to empower families, churches, schools, and community groups to reclaim the dining table. We believe the table is the heartbeat of the home, where legacy is built through intentional connection and the shared experience of restorative, flavorful meals.

The Academy Edge: We combine real-world catering excellence with the precision of a NJ Licensed Culinary Educator. Every session is ServSafe-informed, professionally structured, and deeply rooted in faith and family values.

Programs & Training Tracks

Choose the path that fits your kitchen, your goals, and your community.

Community Classes
  • Healthy Soul Food Cooking
  • Family Meal Prep Workshops
  • 'Eat to Live' Nutrition Cooking
Structured Learning Series
  • Intro to Culinary Skills (4–6 weeks)
  • Meal Planning & Nutrition Fundamentals
  • Safe Food Handling (ServSafe prep track)
Youth & Workforce Programs
  • School and after-school culinary programs
  • Church and community center cooking series
  • Workforce development and hospitality readiness

Start Your Culinary Education Journey

Back To The Table Culinary Academy приглашает семьи, церкви, школы и общественные организации стать нашими партнерами в восстановлении здоровья и человеческих связей. Присоединяйтесь к нам, чтобы наполнить ваш дом ароматами здоровой традиционной кухни и мастерством профессионального кулинарного искусства.

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