Careers through Culinary Arts Program

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Local chefs had a chance to show off their culinary skills while giving thanks to one of their mentors.

Monday night the Careers through Culinary Arts Program honored James Beard Award Winning Chef Jean-Marie Lacroix.

The non-profit helps prepare public high school students for a career in the restaurant industry.

Action News Meteorologist Melissa Magee, was tonight's emcee.