The culinary training program is a 40-week apprenticeship-based model that provides participants with the skills to succeed in culinary careers. The neighborhood eatery and café are designed to provide a quality, comfortable dining experience. The Melting Pot Foundation provides free, world-class culinary vocational training to Brownsville residents through our culinary training program. We work with our on-site partners, Collective Fare, to offer a safe, comfortable space where neighbors can access fresh, healthy, affordable, culturally relevant foods, prepared by training program participants apprenticing alongside seasoned industry professionals. The BCCC is available to community groups seeking to organize and address issues affecting the neighborhood, and to celebrate, relax, learn, train, and enjoy each other’s company.