Funding made possible by the MLK Health & Wellness Community Development Corporation

Culinary Training that Empowers

Special Flavours: Community Kitchen food truck is powered by Special Needs Network’s proprietary culinary arts program dedicated to empowering young adults on the autism spectrum by equipping them with culinary skills and industry knowledge for employment on a food truck and in the broader culinary world. This initiative focuses on building both practical cooking abilities and soft skills necessary for success in the hospitality sector, fostering independence and financial stability for participants.

By dining with us or hiring us for catering, you support our students’ development and training under professional guidance.

ENJOY A MEAL OR HIRE US
Each purchase or catering order directly benefits our students, providing them practical experience and a platform to excel.

LEARN
Discover more about our programs and ways to get involved. 

DONATE
Your donations help sustain and expand our program, from scholarships to new equipment.

GET INVOLVED
Interested in our culinary program or looking to hire us for your next event?
Email specialflavours@snnla.org
 for application details and catering information.

Thank you for helping us create a more inclusive world through culinary arts. Join us in making a difference one flavourful dish at a time!

SPECIAL FLAVOURS STAFF

Ernest Martin III “Marty”

Ernest Martin III “Marty”

Culinary Arts Program Graduate

Special Flavours Flavorista,
and Autism Self-Advocate

Drew Cox

Drew Cox

Culinary Arts Program Graduate

Special Flavours Flavorista,
and Autism Self-Advocate

Xavier Meadows

Xavier Meadows

Culinary Arts Program Graduate

Special Flavours Flavorista,
and Autism Self-Advocate

Emily

Emily

Special Needs Network, Inc.

Behavioral Technician

Alexandra Greene "Alex"

Alexandra Greene "Alex"

Private One-on-One

Behavioral Therapist

Xanadu Copo

Xanadu Copo

Special Flavours

Interim Manager of Finance,
and Business Services

Snneha Saha

Snneha Saha

Special Needs Network, Inc.

Behavioral Consultant

Yvonne West

Yvonne West

Special Flavours

Assisant Cook 

Lucretia Williams "Lulu"

Lucretia Williams "Lulu"

Special Flavours

Truck Manager, and Head Cook

Serving you at the
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Hospital Campus

1741 E 120th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90059
(120th and Wilmington)

Hours of Operation

Monday thru Friday
7:30am to 3:30pm