Free Cooking Demos
Eating healthy is easier than you think.
Come learn new recipes and techniques for preparing delicious meals taught by a dietitian. We are pleased to offer these free cooking demonstrations to the community at 6:00 p.m. at our North Regional Health and Wellness Center, 56th & MLK Jr. Blvd, location that features a full demonstration kitchen. Each attendee will enjoy free samples of the dishes prepared, and will take home recipe cards and educational handouts. Registration is required to attend.
Upcoming 2023 Demos
Join us this October for educational cooking demonstrations exploring the nutritional value of a Mediterranean diet and how it can support diabetic health.
Thurs Oct 12 | Hummus Plate: We will demonstrate how to make delicious hummus from scratch topped with roasted vegetables and air fried salmon.
Tues, Oct 17 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Kids and Young Adults: Youth attendees will get to make their own creamy pasta salad and will be treated to some sweet yogurt bark. Children under 8 years of age require an adult to be present.
Thurs Oct 26 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.| Mushroom Gyros: Participants will have a hands-on experience making delicately spiced mushroom gyros with onions, fresh veggies, and tasty homemade tzatziki sauce.
Cutting the Salt: Learn how to make a salt substitute and a curry seasoning that goes great on roasted vegetables and meats.
Kids and Young Adults - Homemade Chips and Dip: We will demonstrate how you can make crunchy salty snacks that will cut the sodium in half. Children under 8 years of age age require an adult to be present.
Meal Prep 101: Learn how to make delicious sauces that will help you prepare your meals on the go!
Air Fryer Cooking | Learn how to make healthy fish tacos three delicious ways using your air fryer.
- Easy Vegan Parmesan Cheese
- Cod Filet
- Greek Yogurt Caesar Dressing
- Chipotle Crema
- Air Fryer Tortilla Strips
- Vegan Fish Sticks
- Salmon
- Mexican Cauliflower Rice
- Mexican Caesar Salad
Kids and Young Adults - Homemade Pizza and Toaster Pastries | We will demonstrate how you can make homemade toaster pastries and pizza that everyone will love. Children under 8 years of age require an adult to be present.
- 2 Ingredient Dough
- Self Rising Flour
- Homemade Healthy Toaster Pastries
- Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing
- Garlic Pizza Bread
- Chia and Blueberry Jam.pdf
Anti-inflammatory Cooking | Learn how chicken alfredo and apple pie can be both healthy and anti-inflammatory.
Charcuterie Board | Learn how to make a healthy charcuterie board while incorporating mindful eating techniques and learn more about how to read labels.
Sweet Treats for Kids and Young Adults | Learn how to make sweet treats that are delicious and nutritious! We will make white chocolate blondie brownies and easy homemade Snickers.
Meal Prep 101 | Learn the basics of meal prepping, portion sizes, and what a healthy plate looks like. We will turn roasted chicken into four different meals that are flavorful, filling and never boring!
Jamaican Jerk Bowls | Try these Caribbean-inspired recipes and bowls to detox your system while still satisfying your taste buds.
- Rice and Peas
- Mango Salsa
- Jerk Sauce
- Jerk Chicken
- Jamaican Steamed Cabbage
- Jamaican Seasoned Greens
- Jamaican Jerk Seasoning
- Jamaican Jerk Seasoning Paste Marinade
- Homemade all purpose seasoning
- Air Fryer Plantains.pdf
Kids Class - Chipotle Bowls | Make your own Chipotle bowls with fresh ingredients where that the whole family can participate and enjoy.
Cutting the Sugar | This class is designed to help you take care of that sweet tooth while cutting the sugar and detoxing for the new year. Try delicious recipes that include cookies, pancakes and warm savory drinks.
- Golden Milk Latte
- Healthy 3-Ingredient Chia Seed Blueberry Jam
- Snickerdoodle Cookies
- Whole Grain Pancakes.pdf
Soups | Learn how to make easy and delicious soups and stews, take trip to North Africa and Italy to create Moroccan and Italian dishes that are rich in flavor and full of herbs and spices that are packed with nutrients.
Holiday Twist | Before Christmas re-imagine some of the classic holiday favorites that we all grew up loving with a delicious twist.
- 5 Healthy Holiday Eating Tips
- Low Carb Candied Yams
- Home-made Cranberry Sauce
- Baked Mac and Cheese
- Healthy Green Bean Casserole
- Healthy Strawberry Cake
Soups | As the cold days of winter endure, there is nothing more comforting than a hearty bowl of soup. In this class, we will learn two different soups that work well for a hearty dinner and taste even better for lunch the next day! Watch the demo.
Using Quinoa and Chia | Quinoa and Chia seem to be everywhere, magazines, TV and social media, but what are they? We know they are good for us, but they may be a little intimidating if you don’t know how to use them. In this class, we will learn more about how to fit these two ingredients into our everyday meal planning.
Heart Health | Learn how to make delicious meals that are good for your taste buds and your heart. This class is for anyone interested in creating healthy meals that the entire family will enjoy. Watch the demo.
Breakfast for Dinner | Rethink your dinner plan by including some breakfast favorites! This is a great option for quick and healthy meals when you need a change up from your normal dinner rotation. Watch the demo.
Instant Pot: Dried Beans | Beans are excellent source of protein and fiber. Dried beans are not only a great source of protein and fiber, but they are also the most economical form of protein available. In this class we will learn how to prepare dried beans in a fraction of the time using an instant pot. Watch the demo.
Find all of our past cooking demos on our Cooking Demo Playlist on YouTube!