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The Blue Bears of New Jersey gives adults with special needs ...
The Blue Bears of Princeton, New Jersey, a non-profit organization employing adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, serve their skills and talent one meal at a time. Every day, with the help of the staff, the cooks and waiters prepare and serve fresh and balanced meals with an incomparable international flair.
Video · ABC7 · Dec 11, 2019

Princeton's Blue Bears Special Meals Employs Adults With Disabilities | New Jersey Monthly
Princeton Restaurant Provides Meaningful Work for Young Adults With Disabilities. The owners founded Blue Bears Special Meals out of concern for the futures of their children and others similarly challenged.
Article · New Jersey Monthly Magazine · Apr 27, 2023

Here's Who Won the Inaugural Princeton Vegan Chef Challenge
A total of 17 area restaurants participated in the inaugural edition of the challenge. Diners' Favorite - Mushroom Risotto - The Blue Bears Special Meals
Article · Patch · Oct 30, 2023

Bill of Fare: Princeton café serves up scratch-made artisanal dishes as well as job opportunities
The Blue Bears Special Meals is a pleasant, charming restaurant with great food and a mission worthy of support..
Article · NJ.com · Jan 26, 2022

There's something special about Princeton restaurant Blue Bears
The people, the mission, and definitely the food
Article · NJBIZ · Nov 8, 2019

SKN Foundation hosts NJ gala, honors “Disability Champions”

SKN Foundation’s awardees for Disability Champion for Employment and Career Development at the International Day of Persons with Disabilities will be Céline Guillemot and Eric Guillemot, CEO and chairman of The Blue Bears Special Meals. Founded in 2019 by Antoine and Gaud Yver, The Blue Bears was created to provide meaningful training and employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. French natives Céline and Eric Guillemot took over leadership in 2024 and continued the mission of inclusion, skill development, and community. Drawing on Céline’s background in hospitality management and Eric’s passion for baking, they blend French culinary tradition with a purpose-driven approach, serving homemade dishes in a warm, vintage French setting. The Blue Bears employs and trains individuals with disabilities alongside their peers, fostering confidence, independence, and joy through shared work, food, and friendship.