The Regional Food Bank’s annual Mac and Cheese Bowl is set to return for its 16th year on March 18, 2024, at the Crossgates Mall in Albany, New York. This popular culinary event aims to raise funds to support the organization’s efforts to combat hunger in the region.

<p."Last year, we served over 2,000 attendees and raised more than $100,000," said Regional Food Bank Executive Director, Mark Quandt. "We are excited to see the community come together again for this great cause."

The event features local restaurants competing to create the best mac and cheese dishes, with attendees sampling and voting for their favorites. In addition to food, the event will include live entertainment and activities for families.

The Mac and Cheese Bowl has grown significantly since its inception in 2008, becoming a staple in the community. Proceeds from the event go directly to the Regional Food Bank’s programs, which serve over 300,000 people each year.

The Regional Food Bank, founded in 1982, distributes food to more than 1,000 nonprofit organizations across 23 counties in New York. The organization focuses on alleviating hunger and improving access to healthy food.

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