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The 5 Best Moments From the 2013 Kids' State Dinner

First Lady Michelle Obama delivers remarks during the Kids' State Dinner in the East Room of the White House, July 9, 2013. (Official White House Photo by Chuck Kennedy)

Fifty-four young chefs, whose recipes were selected as winners of Epicurious' Healthy Lunchtime Challenge, visited the White House today for the second annual Kids' State Dinner, hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama in the State Dining Room.

When they arrived, White House chefs were busy in the kitchen whipping up some of the winning recipes. After hearing the First Lady speak, President Obama surprised everyone by stopping by to say hello. Singer Rachel Crow also made an appearance – some of the kids even got on stage to dance with her!

Their visit was so much fun, we had to compile some of our favorite moments. Check them out below.

1. Yummy Healthy Meals

2. Star Treatment

3. Making New Friends 

4. Surprise Visits 

Watch this video on YouTube
 

5. Fun and Dancing 

Balloon animals cover tables in the Grand Foyer of the White House during the Kids' State DInner, July 9, 2013. (Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson)
First Lady Michelle Obama dances as Rachel Crow performs during the Kids' State Dinner in the East Room of the White House, July 9, 2013. (Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson)

Check out our favorite moments from the 2012 Kids' State Dinner here.