Executive Chef Cardie Mortimer Presents Culinary Therapy
Discover the transformative power of Culinary Therapy with Executive Chef Cardie Mortimer, who leads his audiences on a journey of inspiration, laughter, and healing through the art of food.
Chef Cardie honored by the Emeril Lagasse Foundation:
Celebrating more than 45 years of passion, resilience, and the healing power of Culinary Therapy.
The Emeril Lagasse Foundation has honored Chef Cardie Mortimer for his 45 years of passion, resilience, and Culinary Therapy.
Led by Emmy-winning chef and philanthropist Emeril Lagasse, the Foundation empowers youth through culinary, nutrition, and arts education.
In its recent Partner Spotlight, the Foundation recognized Chef Cardie for inspiring students and communities through his signature Culinary Therapy program.
Read the full Spotlight article from Emeril.org here.
“I want you to know the impact you had on our residents at CareOne Oradell. They Loved you! You brought JOY & laughter into their world !! They told me they felt uplifted, energized, and hopeful after your visit. They couldn’t stop talking about your wonderful presentation and how meaningful it was to them. You are inspirational and it was an absolute pleasure having you at CareOne Oradell. And ……they loved the bread pudding!! We can’t thank you enough. Everyone at CareOne is looking forward to seeing you again!!! Thank you so much and god bless you!! ”
Now taking requests for 2025/6.
Our Culinary Therapy Tour 2024/5 was enormously successful. Thanks to our fabulous audiences at:
Northwest Senior Activity Center, Midland Pk. NJ
Stratford Rehab Center, West Orange, NJ
Sunrise W. Essex in Fairfield, Fairfield NJ
Elmwood Park Senior Center, Elmwood NJ
Southwest Senior Center, East Rutherford NJ
Pines Manor, Edison NJ
Monmouth County Technical School, Asbury Park, NJ
Images and excerpts courtesy of the Emeril Lagasse Foundation. (Emeril.org)
Words of Appreciation
Family of Caring-Tenafly, Tenafly, NJ
Care One of Livingston, Livingston NJ
Mills Garden Assisted Living, Midland Park NJ
Family of Caring, Park Ridge, NJ
Canterbury, Cedar Grove, NJ
Care One of Oradell, Oradell, NJ
Palisades Park Senior Ctr., Palisades Park NJ
Words of Appreciation
“Culinary Therapy with Executive Chef Cardie Mortimer was an absolute game-changer for students at the Culinary Education Center. His presentation is not only captivating and inspirational but also deeply relevant to our journey as aspiring chefs. Chef Mortimer’s stories about his career, the challenges he faced, and the triumphs he achieved resonate with us on a personal level, making us see the culinary world in a new light. His passion for cooking and life is contagious, and by the end of the session, we found ourselves brimming with enthusiasm and new ideas. This experience is perfect for educational settings, leaving a lasting impact that motivates and delights everyone involved.
Thank you from the students and staff of the Culinary Education Center”
“I wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for the incredible Culinary Therapy event you brought to Care One at Wayne. It was truly an amazing, entertaining, and spectacular experience that our residents, families, and staff will cherish for a long time to come. Your engaging approach and the delicious dishes you shared created an unforgettable atmosphere. We are genuinely thankful for the joy and warmth you brought to our community.
A special mention must be made of your New Orleans-style Fruit Bread Pudding with Homemade Chocolate Sauce—absolutely divine! It was an instant favorite among everyone, and the flavors were simply exquisite. We are already looking forward to having you back with us again soon. Congratulations on a very successful event and thank you once more for your dedication to enhancing our community's well-being!”
- Marlon Zapanta, Director of Life Enrichment – CareOne at Wayne
Connect with Chef Cardie
Interested in having Chef Cardie for your own Culinary Therapy experience at your organization, facility or event, free of charge?
Please contact us about scheduling a date for 2025.
Contact Chef Cardie directly using the form below or via email at info@cardiecooks.com. Let us help you schedule an unforgettable experience for your audience.
Receive a copy of Keep On Cookin' —
Chef Cardie’s Culinary Therapy cookbook, Keep on Cookin’ contains 120 easy-to-make recipes along with stories about life, love, and laughter. Featuring tantalizing appetizers, salads, soups, sides, mains, and desserts, there is a little something for everyone and for every occasion.
To get your copy of Keep On Cookin', click here.
All proceeds from Keep on Cookin’ support the National Coalition for the Homeless, and other organizations working to end homelessness.
Spotlight on Chef Cardie
CBS News Salutes Community Hero:
New Jersey Chef Cardie Mortimer thrives to make a difference, using his culinary skills to feed the hungry and help those in need.
(CBS NEWS NEW YORK)
Get a taste of Chef Cardie's unique and captivating presence through some of his many television appearances.
Neighborhood Journal tells Chef Cardie’s inspiring story of recovery, gratitude and the origin of Culinary Therapy.
Culinary Therapy, as described in this appearance on the Better Show.
On the nationally syndicated Better Show, Chef Cardie makes his Southern Cheddar Cheese soup.
Bananas Foster, prepared in Chef Cardie’s own backyard.
“Food and cooking can transform your life.”