As a CA board member and parent of two alumni, Sandra Gutierrez knows the importance of keeping stomachs full in order to maximize learning. She has channeled her knowledge and passion into not one, not two, but FOUR cookbooks!

This Cary-resident chef and author is now bringing her love of food and family to Facebook in a weekly cooking series geared towards all levels of kitchen prowess.

At noon, Sandra greeted visitors from around the world into her home — virtually. Her easy-to-follow recipes feature common pantry items (and don’t sweat: she offers substitutions!). Ready for fun, exquisite, and healthy food? Plan to spend an hour with Sandra each week to discover what new flavors you can bring to you and your family’s dinner table. Thank you, Sandra, for offering joy and creativity, from your kitchen to ours, as #CAGivesForGood.

We want to lift up all of the generous, kind, compassionate acts that Cary Academy folks are doing each and every day. There is no act too small to acknowledge and celebrate! In a sentence or two, let us know what your family is doing to support our community here.