Bauman College

09/02/2026

🌿 Meet Kingsley Simeona, Regional Director of Nutritional Services at Hawaii Health Systems Corporation and a Bauman College Nutrition Consultant graduate.

Kingsley’s journey with Bauman College began at NANP’s HEALCon 2025, where he discovered our Nutrition Consultant Program while looking to deepen his knowledge of holistic nutrition.

Recognizing the value this education could bring to his work, Hawaii Health Systems Corporation sponsored and paid for his enrollment at Bauman College.

Today, Kingsley is applying what he learned to help integrate whole-food nutrition into institutional healthcare and through Ola Pono, a community wellness initiative focused on healing, nutrition, and sustainable health practices. 🌱

💬 “I chose Bauman College because its core philosophy of whole-food nutrition and science-backed, holistic health aligned perfectly with my personal values and professional mission.”

For Kingsley, nutrition is about more than what is on the plate. It is about using food as a tool for healing, comfort, connection, and service.

His story is an inspiring example of how holistic nutrition education can complement an established career and help professionals bring new ideas into their communities and workplaces.

💚 Read Kingsley’s full Bauman College graduate spotlight:

https://baumancollege.org/regional-healthcare-director-kingsley-simeona-transforms-institutional-care-as-a-bauman-college-graduate/

Kingsley Simeona shares how he integrates whole-food nutrition into institutional healthcare and leads community initiatives like the Ola Pono program.

08/31/2026

🍽️ What’s the difference between a regular chef and a holistic chef?

Both share a passion for great food, culinary technique, and creativity. The difference is the lens they bring to the kitchen.

A holistic chef brings culinary skills together with nutrition-centered cooking, considering factors like ingredient quality, dietary needs, personal preferences, lifestyle, and wellness goals when creating meals. 🌿

That can open the door to careers beyond the traditional restaurant kitchen, including personal and private chef work, wellness retreats, health-supportive catering, meal prep, recipe development, and culinary entrepreneurship.

👉 Swipe through for 8 key differences between traditional and holistic culinary paths, from menu planning and ingredients to training and career opportunities.

🌿 Ready to turn your passion for cooking into a career centered on nourishment and wellness? Read more in our latest Blog:

https://baumancollege.org/holistic-chef-vs-regular-chef-whats-the-difference/

08/26/2026

👩‍🍳 What does learning about food and nutrition look like online?

For Bauman College Nutrition Consultant Group 302, it looks like learning, creating, presenting, and sharing what they’ve discovered with their classmates. 🌿🍽️

These snapshots are from the group’s Food Demos, where students put their nutrition knowledge into practice while building confidence explaining their work and connecting food choices to health and wellness.

Swipe through to see Group 302 in action! ➡️

👏 Help us cheer them on in the comments! If you see yourself, tell us what you made. If you spot a classmate, tag them and show them some love! 💚

08/24/2026

👩‍🍳 Experience the Holistic Chef Program Before You Enroll!

Curious about what it’s really like to be a Holistic Chef student? Join Bauman College online TOMORROW, Tuesday, August 25 for a complimentary Orientation Observation and Information Session.

📅 Tuesday, August 25

✨ First Day of Class Orientation Observation
🕘 9:00–11:00am PT (12:00–2:00pm ET)

Join our newest Holistic Chef students for their first day! You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at New Student Orientation, meet faculty and staff, learn about student resources, and experience the community that supports students throughout the program.

💬 Online Information Session
🕛 12:00–12:30pm PT (3:00–3:30pm ET)

Meet with our Admissions and Financial Aid team to learn more about the Holistic Chef Program’s curriculum, schedule, career opportunities, tuition, and financial aid.

Whether you’re exploring a new career or ready to turn your passion for food and wellness into meaningful work, this is your opportunity to experience Bauman College before enrolling.

🎟️ This event is complimentary. RSVP today to receive your Teams and Zoom access details.

https://baumancollege.org/upcoming-events/holistic-chef-online-orientation-observation-and-information-session-260825/

Learn what it’s like to be a Holistic Chef student before you enroll! Join Bauman College online on Tuesday, August 25 for the first day of class and an information session!

08/19/2026

🌽 Make the most of late-summer produce with Savory Summer Corn & Zucchini Fritters with Lemon-Herb Cream from Bauman College Chef Carrie Bonfitto, NC, BCHN®.

Fresh corn, zucchini, herbs, and lemon come together in a recipe that’s crisp, vibrant, nourishing, and packed with seasonal flavor.

But there’s more to this recipe than what’s on the plate. Chef Carrie explores how simple ingredients can teach important lessons in holistic cooking, from managing moisture for the perfect fritter to building flavor with herbs, citrus, and spices and adapting recipes for different dietary needs.

🥒 Seasonal, whole-food ingredients
🌿 Fresh herbs and bright flavors
🌱 Gluten-free and dairy-free options
👩‍🍳 Practical techniques for the holistic kitchen

Get the full recipe and step-by-step instructions on the Bauman College blog:

https://baumancollege.org/summer-comfort-holistic-style-corn-zucchini-fritters-with-lemon-herb-cream-by-chef-carrie-bonfitto/

What’s your favorite way to use up summer zucchini? 👇

08/17/2026

🎓 Congratulations to Bauman College Nutrition Consultant Cohort 304, 25! 🎉🌿

You did it! After months of learning, growing, connecting, and putting in the work, you’ve reached an incredible milestone.

We’re so proud of everything you’ve accomplished and excited to see how you use your knowledge to support the health and well-being of others. 💚

Here’s to the next chapter. Congratulations, graduates! 👏🎓

See yourself in this Reel? Share a favorite memory or reflection from your time in the program below! 👇

See a friend or classmate? Tag them in the comments and help us congratulate our newest Nutrition Consultant graduates! 🎓👏

08/13/2026

☕ What does your favorite mug say about you?

At the start of Bauman College’s Nutrition Consultant Program, students come together for a virtual “Happy Hour” after orientation to get to know their new classmates.

The assignment is simple: bring your favorite mug, fill it with your favorite drink, and share the story behind both. 💚

It’s a fun way to break the ice, make connections, and start building community before diving into the program together.

Because even when you’re learning online, you don’t have to learn alone.

What mug would you bring and what would you be drinking? ☕👇

08/11/2026

🌽✨ Late summer flavors are calling!

Join us for a FREE live webinar and learn how to make a seasonal favorite with a wholesome twist:

🥒 Corn & Zucchini Fritters with Lemon-Herb Cream

📅 Thursday, August 13
🕓 4:00–5:00pm PT
📍 Online via Zoom

Cook alongside Culinary Program Manager Chef Carrie Bonfitto, NC, BCHN® and Nutrition Consultant Mentor Anita Padala, MS, BCHN® as they share how to create this vibrant dish that's:

🌿 Gluten-free
✨ Nightshade-free
🥣 Dairy-optional
👨‍👩‍👧 Perfect for kids and picky eaters

You'll learn how to build incredible flavor, boost nutrient density, and make the most of late summer produce.

🎓 Plus, discover how our Holistic Chef and Nutrition Consultant programs can help turn your passion for food and wellness into a meaningful career.

🎟️ Reserve your spot today:
https://baumancollege.org/upcoming-events/bauman-college-webinar-corn-and-zucchini-fritters-with-lemon-herb-cream-260813-nc/

08/06/2026

👏 A big congratulations to Bauman College Holistic Chef student Robin Crandall ()!

Robin recently completed her live culinary demonstration as part of the Cooking for Health & Different Life Stages module—an important milestone on the path to graduation. From planning and preparing recipes to confidently presenting them live, these demos help students build the skills they'll use in professional kitchens, private practice, and beyond.

Graduation is just around the corner, and we can't wait to see what's next. Way to go, Robin! 💚🎉

08/04/2026

🥗 The easiest way to make your salads taste better? Build them from the bottom up.

Instead of pouring dressing over everything at the end, layer your ingredients strategically for better flavor, texture, and crunch in every bite.

👇 Try this order:

🥣 Dressing first

🫑 Hearty veggies + beans (toss to coat)

🥩 Protein or other sturdy ingredients (toss again)

🌿 Tender greens and fresh herbs

✨ Finish with delicate toppings like citrus, nuts, seeds, or cheese

Every ingredient gets just the right amount of dressing without weighing down your greens.

💚 Simple technique. Big difference.

Save this for your next salad, and send it to someone who's always making lunch!