Meet Aliyah, a 2024 Cook-Off finalist!

The 2024 K12 National Cook-Off was a culinary spectacle showcasing the incredible talents of young chefs from across the country. Held at the Kitchen of Purpose in Arlington, Virginia, this year’s competition was fierce, but Aliyah, an 11th grader from Cyber Academy of South Carolina, stood out as our People’s Choice selected finalist!

Chef Aliyah’s Final Dish Wowed the Judges

During the final round of the K12 Cook-Off, the six student finalists drew cards to determine the protein and side dishes they would incorporate into their entrees. Chef Aliyah pulled chicken breast for her protein and spinach, bell pepper, and linguini for her side dish ingredients.

The result? A showstopper. Chef Aliyah’s dish featured a juicy, perfectly cooked chicken breast seasoned just right, paired with vibrant bell peppers, fresh spinach, and al dente linguini. The judges were impressed by how she balanced the bold flavors with finesse. Her presentation was on point, and she added her own creative twist that set her dish apart.

A Culinary Star in the Making

Chef Aliyah’s dedication, creativity, and talent earned her a well-deserved spot as a finalist. We’re confident her success at the 2024 K12 National Cook-Off is just the beginning for Chef Aliyah, and we can’t wait to see what she serves up next in her budding culinary journey!

Try Aliyah’s dish at home!

Think you’ve got what it takes to recreate Aliyah’s delicious chicken breast dish? Now’s your chance! Head to the kitchen, gather your ingredients, and see if you can capture the flavors that made Chef Aliyah a standout. Who knows, maybe you’ll be inspired to enter the 2025 K12 Cook-Off! 🍽️👩‍🍳

How to Enter K12 National Competitions

Interested in showcasing your own skills? Find out how you can participate in the next K12 national competition by visiting enrichment.k12.com. And don’t forget to follow the K12 Student Instagram channel to stay updated on all the exciting student activities!