Meet your Host,Vinny Grette

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Vinny is the host of Cook Up A Story. He turns up on this food blog, in a book, and on his own Facebook page, all of which have the same name. Penned by Sharon Rudnitski, Vinny’s stories, articles and recipes are aimed at kids and their families interested in learning how to make smart food choices.

Vinny’s Blog

On his food blog here, Vinny posts recipes featuring foods that grow strong bodies and keep brains sharp. He focuses on simple recipes kids can make for themselves. Parents might want to supervise the younger ones. Vinny recommends healthy food options, but most recipes work well with whatever ingredients you have on hand. His tips on nutrition are written simply so that kids get why some foods make better choices than others.

Vinny’s Facebook page

Posts feature some recipes from his food blog. But Vinny also posts lots of articles by other experts that he finds useful for families wanting to choose healthy meals on the go. Click on the links on his Facebook page for the full article.

Vinny’s book

To order a copy of the book, leave a message here… just a few copies left. Or you can order from the printer and have the book sent straight to your door.

The book includes a half-dozen personal, family-themed adventures for kids 6-12 years old. Characters grapple with pushy teachers, unexpected loss, danger, making friends, and other childhood problems.

The stories are illustrated with charming drawings by Pierre Sylvestre, Sharon’s food photos, and recipes for the foods that play a role in the tale.  Vinny’s recipes feature healthy food choices that he uses to pass along cooking tips, nutrition information,  and advice on healthy living. Sharing stories, good food, and time in the kitchen is a great recipe for strengthening family ties.

Follow Vinny on his food blog here and on his Facebook page to make sure you get all the news.

Creators

My name is Sharon Rudnitski, the pen behind Cook Up A Story. An early interest in my family’s kitchen inspired my university degree in food science. A Gold Harvest award capped my publishing career with Agriculture Canada, won for a national science program I led for children. Since retiring, I enjoy bringing stories, recipes, and healthy-eating tips to kids in the community.

The book’s illustrator, Pierre Sylvestre, has built on 25 years of experience as animator, filmmaker and storyboard creator. Many of his drawings also grace this blog. Currently director of Scratch Production, Pierre also works for the Government of Canada.

Vinny Grette is the 12-year-old boy who lives inside all of us, regardless of the passing years. Welcome Vinny into your family, as we discover together a world of good eating. Let’s get cooking!