By Alex Irizarry
Staff Writer
Ryan Kate Brandenburg, a current student of Coppell Middle School West and a contestant on this season of “Masterchef Junior”, made her debut at Simmer Monday night.
In a celebration of the hometown celebrity, Simmer held a meet and greet dinner from 5-8 pm on Monday. Added to the buzz surrounding Brandenburg, a portion of all the proceeds from the event that night went to North Texas Food Bank. Head Chef, Cash White, and the entire Simmer staff went through prepping for the event throughout the day.
“The best part of it is the anticipation, the build-up, for such a great cause,” White said, “It always feels good to work with someone for charity.”
Dozens of guests arrived for the event, laughing, talking, and enjoying good food. In the middle of it all, surrounded by friends and family, Ryan Kate was all smiles, posing for photos and taking autographs like a seasoned veteran.
“I’m looking forward to seeing enthusiastic kids who love to cook, and I love to inspire people” Ryan Kate said.
Throughout the evening, Cristy Brandenburg, Ryan Kate’s mother, was by her daughters side supportive and proud of what she had accomplished.
“I think that’s [inspiring people] her favorite part” Cristy said, “I can tell when she get comments on Facebook about kids who are starting to cook now, her face just lights up.”
All in all, the event seemed to be a great success for both parties as Ryan Kates’ bubbling personality and inspirational spirit continue to be a point of light here in Coppell.
