Embracing a philosophy to make the world a better place, 8-year old Lizzie Marie created the Tasty Tidbits project which won the "Del Monte Do Something Good for You! Grant" presented by the Do Something foundation. Lizzie's goal is to teach children and adults how to have a delicious time living healthy while creating healthier communities reducing obesity levels by hosting classes in hospitals, school and homeschool groups, scout troops, and other community venues.

The Tasty Tidbits Cooking Class is a peer-to-peer concept where Lizzie leads the cooking lessons (she's been cooking since she was 2) while I teach the importance of using fresh, healthy ingredients.

The grant announcement: http://www.dosomething.org/node/36048

Press release (Lizzie's age is incorrect in this article): http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site / home/index.jsp?epi_menuItemID=887566059a3aedb6efaa a9e27a808a0c&ndmViewId=news_view&ndmConfig Id=1009079&newsId=20071219005668&newsLang= en

A local chiropractor recently gave Lizzie an opportunity to prepare healthy dinners for his patients participating in a 6-week healthy living program. Some of the recent meals Lizzie created were Lemon Harvest Soup, Mojo Tuna with Black Beans and Tuscan Turkey Chili.

In addition to filming her online cooking shows, Lizzie enjoys interviewing local chefs, farmers and other food professionals who have a direct influence on food in our community.

Feel free to explore Lizzie's cooking videos and interviews at www.LizzieMarieCuisine.com .

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