Back to the Table. focus on the Purpose of family.
An immersive four-part experience with Chef Ronnell Simmons
Package Overview
A thoughtfully structured and versatile series, ideal for four-week church programs, community seasonal initiatives, family retreats, or private gathering experiences.
SESSION 1
THE FOUNDATION – “The Power of the Table”
- Reclaiming the Sunday dinner tradition
- Honoring “Mama’s Wisdom”: Lessons shared at the table
- The vital importance of intentional gathering in a digital age
- Exploring the spiritual significance of breaking bread
Includes: Personal testimony, curated reflection prompts, and guided group discussion.
SESSION 3
RESTORING FAMILY CONNECTION – “Conversation at the Table”
- Intentional prompts for fostering meaningful family dialogue
- Navigating and resolving conflict with grace and restorative presence
- Mastering the essential art of active listening
- Modeling leadership and stewardship within the home environment
Includes: Guided table exercises, conversation cards, and interactive role-play.
SESSION 2
COOKING WITH INTENTION – “Setting the Table is Setting the Tone”
- Kitchen discipline as a foundational principle for excellence
- Strategic meal planning tailored for the modern family
- Preparing budget-friendly, soul-nourishing shared meals
- Mastering culinary fundamentals and essential food safety
Includes: Live culinary demonstration, practical instructional handout, and Q&A session.
SESSION 4
LEGACY & LEADERSHIP – “Passing It On”
- Cultivating a lasting and positive generational impact
- Empowering the next generation with the gift of cooking
- Mentoring future culinary leaders and household heads
- Establishing new, meaningful family traditions
Includes: Commitment exercises, a family pledge moment, and a book signing session.
Private Family Experiences
For families who desire more than just a meal—this is a curated guided journey designed to restore authentic connection, strengthen bonds, and cultivate lasting legacy moments.
Ideal For:
Featured Inclusions:
- Family Reunions
- Milestone Birthdays
- Legacy Anniversaries
- Restoration Gatherings
- Guided dialogue prompts
- Shared culinary experiences
- Family pledge ceremonies
- Optional faith-centered close
Premium Family Experience Pricing Overview
Back to the Table - Private Family Experiences Hosted by Chef Ronnell Simmons
Option A: Intimate Gathering (Up to 10 Guests)
- Guided family dialogue session
- Shared culinary experience
- Intentional table-setting guidance
- Reflection and legacy moment
- Signed cookbook for the host
Duration: 2–3 hours
Investment: $1,250
Travel outside the immediate service area may incur additional fees.
Option B: Celebration Experience (10–25 Guests)
- Signature welcome address
- Live cooking demonstration
- Guided table-side exercises
- Family pledge ceremony
- Private book signing session
Duration: 3–4 hours
Investment: $2,000–$2,500
Option C: Milestone Event (Customized)
Ideal for:
- Significant Anniversaries
- Grand Family Reunions
- Community Restoration Gatherings
- Faith Celebrations
Bespoke pricing starting at $2,500+
Workshop Options & Pricing
Chef Ronnell Simmons provides specialized workshops curated for faith communities, families, and culinary students. Each journey is designed to foster a sense of restoration and cultivate meaningful legacy moments.
CHURCH / FAITH-BASED VERSION
Back to the Table: A Faith & Family Gathering Experience with Chef Ronnell Simmons
In our fast-paced society, families are spending less quality time together. Chef Ronnell Simmons shares his personal testimony, illustrating how the intentional act of gathering around the table can restore communication, heal hearts, and deepen spiritual connection. This experience includes:
- Biblical reflections on fellowship and the sanctity of breaking bread
- Personal testimony of faith and vocational purpose
- Practical strategies to revive the tradition of Sunday dinner
- Guided prompts for meaningful family dialogue
- An optional culinary demonstration
“Everything can be resolved with food.” — Mama
BEST PRICE RANGE: $250–$500 honorarium (church budget dependent)
The Family Table Manifesto
We believe the table is far more than furniture.
It is a sanctuary for restoration.
We believe meals are not simple interruptions—they are vital appointments for connection.
We believe food carries memory, culture, and healing.
We believe phones can wait, but family moments cannot.
We believe a single shared meal can mend what silence has fractured.
We believe cooking at home is a profound act of love.
We believe gathering regularly strengthens generations.
We believe that while everything may not be solved overnight—everything can begin to be resolved at the table.
Back to the table. Back to family. Back to purpose.
— Chef Ronnell Simmons
COMMUNITY / GENERAL FAMILY VERSION
Back to the Table: Restoring Family Connection Through Food
Families today face mounting pressures, yet the dinner table remains one of the most powerful sanctuaries for connection. Chef Ronnell Simmons demonstrates how intentional meals can rebuild communication and fortify relationships. Participants will discover:
- The profound emotional resonance of shared meals
- Stewardship-focused meal planning strategies
- Ways to establish meaningful family traditions
- Simple prompts to spark thoughtful conversation
- Practical culinary techniques for the home
Ideal for community centers, parenting organizations, and private family events.
BEST PRICE RANGE: $300–$750 depending on size and demo inclusion
5️⃣ SCHOOLS / CULINARY PROGRAM VERSION
Cooking with Purpose: Leadership, Discipline & Culinary Excellence
Chef Ronnell Simmons—renowned culinary educator and certified ServSafe Instructor—shares his professional journey from domestic kitchens to high-level industry training. Students will explore:
- The critical importance of culinary fundamentals and discipline
- Professional standards for food safety and conduct
- Career pathways within the culinary arts
- Turning passion into a defined professional purpose
- Principles of leadership through the lens of service
Perfect for culinary academies, workforce development programs, and hospitality education tracks.
BEST PRICE RANGE: $400–$1,000 depending on institution and duration
Speaking Engagement Agreement
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