Top Chef Grigory Mosin Teaches Healthy Eating at Award-Winning Sochi School

Gymnasium No. 9 in Sochi recently welcomed Grigory Mosin, a renowned culinary expert and cooking show host. The visit came after the school won the national title of 'Best School Cafeteria' in 2024. Mosin led a series of activities focused on healthy eating and school meal preparation.

The event began with a roundtable discussion where high school students explored ways to design a balanced diet. Parents also took part in a practical master class, learning how to cook nutritious meals for their children.

Later, the school hosted a tasting session followed by a Q&A with Mosin and other professionals. The chef, who has written books and appeared in media, shared insights on improving school catering. Gymnasium No. 9 has a history of promoting heart health—it organised the 'Cooking School Meals at Home' contest in December 2023.

The school updates its menu every year based on feedback from students. However, no public records show similar initiatives in Russian schools leading to long-term changes in catering since 2020.

The visit highlighted the school's commitment to nutrition and student involvement. Mosin's expertise added value to the discussions, though broader impacts on school catering remain undocumented. The event concluded with practical takeaways for both students and parents.