Founder Teresa Goines in an ABC7 Star!

Whenever we get a chance to share the Old Skool story, it’s a thrill! Old Skool is a story of empowerment, hope, and really, really good food. 

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We were thrilled to have Alexis Smith and the ABC7 News Team over to Old Skool Cafe to have a look at our remodel and catch up with our youth. 

Our founder, Teresa Goines, has spent her life working with at-risk youth. From her first job out of college as a corrections officer to owning a restaurant that has employed over 400 young people, we're thankful to see her work being recognized right here in the Bay Area. Check out the segment here. 

Mother's Day Brunch Success for Old Skool alum Chef Drew

Old Skool alum Chef Drew Gaxiola popped-up with his new catering company, Divine EatSF, at Old Skool Cafe on Mother's Day.  

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You may remember Chef Drew from his appearance on the Rachael Ray Show in 2014. On the show he was awarded a scholarship to pursue his culinary dreams. Fast forward four years-- Drew now works at Waterbar, a prestigious restaurant in San Francisco, and is pursuing opening his own restaurant. 

Seeing Chef Drew commanding the kitchen was the realization of a long-held dream-- that Old Skool Cafe would act as an incubator for the entrepreneurial dreams of our alumni. In the years to come, we hope our space will be used over and over to launch the next chefs, musicians, artists, and leaders in San Francisco. 

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Chef Drew assembled a team of past and present Old Skool employees to serve a three-course brunch and bottomless mimosas on Mother's Day. Teamwork makes the dream work!

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Nothing makes us happier than to see our youth out in the world pursuing their dreams!