From Syntax: Growing up in a family in the culinary field, Vitto Lombardi started cooking at the age of 8.
“My mom was not the best cook, so I thought if I could do it and put good food on the table, why not?” he said.
His love of experimenting with recipes and sharing his cuisine with family and friends led the Earl L. Vandermeulen High School junior to attend the Culinary Arts program through Eastern Long Island Academy of Applied Technology.
Find out what's happening in Port Jeffersonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
He recently participated in the American Culinary Federation “Ready, Set, Cook” competition hosted at the Milliken Technical Center. He was paired up with three other students and a professional chef adviser.
He had one hour to prepare an entrée, starch and vegetable using only the mystery ingredients provided to them.
Find out what's happening in Port Jeffersonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
As a result of his efforts, Vitto was awarded a $12,000 scholarship for future studies at the Culinary Institute of New York at Monroe College.
Photo courtesy of the Port Jefferson School District
