LIVE LUNCH CHAT: Cooking Tips with Chef Chris Avtges

By Jayme Kunze:

Looking to spice up your dishes in the kitchen? Or do you need some help throwing together healthier family meals?

Then join Patch for a live chat on Wednesday, Aug. 7 from noon to 12: 45 p.m. as Chef Chris Avtges whips together some answers to your cooking questions.

Avtges recently appeared in an episode of the Food Network's "Chopped" series. He has completely revamped his cooking style over the last few years to support a healthy lifestyle, according to his website.

He is now working as the new Food and Nutrition Services Director at Vernon Public Schools.

Learn more about Avtges and healthy cooking on his website andhis Facebook page.