Cooking Classes with the Town of Cary

I am very pleased to announce that I will be hosting three cooking classes this summer for the Town of Cary!  I will teach students how to make healthy and satisfying dishes with various fruits and veggies to help protect their skin from the sun and provide them with bountiful energy for the long days of summer.  Classes will be interactive and provide plenty of opportunity for hands on experience in cooking these fabulous recipes.

Below are the classes that I am offering:

Mediterranean Tex-Mex:  June 30, 2016

Tex-Mex can have a bold taste with the addition of farro to a classic Black Bean Salad. Get ready to broil mango as a twist to your typical summer dessert.  Learn how to prepare fruits, veggies and meats with spices to boost your energy during the long days of summer.

• Black Bean Farro Salad
• Broiled Mango
• Recipe will be given for Cilantro Chicken

Tuscan Mediterranean: July 21, 2016

A delightfully cool and refreshing White Bean Artichoke Salad made with quinoa is a perfect side dish for meats grilled during the hot days of summer. Complete your meal with healthy Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bars and you will have the perfect Tuscan Mediterranean meal that is delicious, healthy and satisfying.

• White Bean Artichoke with Quinoa Salad
• Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bars
• Mediterranean marinade recipes will be given to use with chicken, pork, or fish

Mediterranean by the Sea: August 11, 2016

Explore the benefits of bulgur as a staple in the Mediterranean diet with a delicious Mediterranean Bulgur Salad.  This hearty salad pairs well with fish and other seafood favorites. Learn how to make a Balsamic Tropical Fruit Salad to protect your skin from the sunny days of summer.

• Mediterranean Bulgur Salad
• Balsamic Fruit Salad (featuring grapes, kiwi, and if in season, strawberries and watermelon)
• Recipes for Shrimp Scampi and Colorful Salmon will be given

If you would like to sign up for the classes, please follow the link below for more information.   I hope to see you there!

http://townofcary.uberflip.com/i/667978-program-guide-summer-2016