Cook Well. Eat Well. Live Well.
The Samford Wellness Kitchen offers classes to the Birmingham community. Run by Samford’s Department of Nutrition and Dietetics in the School of Public Health, participants will learn from registered dietitians and chefs, garnering skills and knowledge that will help them prepare healthy and delicious meals.
All classes take place in the College of Health Science’s Food Production Labs, which were formerly the Southern Living Test Kitchens. A participant notebook with all recipes and nutrition information is provided for reference.
If you do not see a class that you were expecting to be available check back soon as classes are added as they become available. You can also reach us by email.
The mission of Samford Wellness Kitchen is to offer hands-on culinary nutrition classes, with a focus on ‘Food is Medicine’, for community members (adults/teens), Samford students and employees.
The Samford Wellness Kitchen celebrates the Flavors of Thailand! Participants will learn to make Curry Chicken Satay, Vegetable Spring Rolls, Peanut Dipping Sauce, and Mango Sticky Rice. Major allergens: peanuts (*can be modified by request prior to class). Participants will receive training in basic culinary techniques, learn about key nutrients and enjoy sharing a meal together at the end of class. This class is open to adults 17+ in the greater Birmingham community. Limited to 16 participants.
Join the Samford Wellness Kitchen as we have a Farm-to-Table night featuring a Southern Vegetable Plate with local Alabama produce: Succotash, Braised Collard Greens, Candied Sweet Potatoes, Apple pie. Allergens: gluten/wheat, dairy, eggs (*can be modified prior to class). Participants will receive training in basic culinary techniques, learn about key nutrients and enjoy sharing a meal together at the end of class. This class is open to adults 17+ in the greater Birmingham community. Limited to 16 participants.
Join the Samford Wellness Kitchen as we have fun celebrating Meatless Taco Tuesday featuring Homemade Tortillas, Refried Black Beans, Calabacitas (Roasted Corn and Squash), Guacamole, and Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies. Major allergens: eggs*, tree nuts (*can be modified by request prior to class). Participants will receive training in basic culinary techniques, learn about key nutrients and enjoy sharing a meal together at the end of class. This class is open to adults 17+ in the greater Birmingham community. Limited to 16 participants.
Teens (11-16) can join the Samford Wellness Kitchen for a night of Mediterranean Cuisine. The menu includes Lemon Herb Chicken Pitas with Tzatziki, Mediterranean Chickpea Salad, and Rosemary Olive Oil Cake. Major allergens: gluten/wheat, dairy*, eggs (*can be modified by request prior to class). Participants will receive training in basic culinary techniques, learn about key nutrients and enjoy sharing a meal together at the end of class. This class is open to teens (11-16) in the greater Birmingham community. Limited to 16 participants. Parents - when completing the form for your child, please click the "Are you registering for someone else" toggle option.
Join the Samford Wellness Kitchen as we enjoy Fall Comfort Foods including Mushroom and Wild Rice Soup (Chicken or Vegetarian), Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls, and Macadamia Date Brownies. Major allergens: gluten/wheat, dairy*, tree nuts (*can be modified by request prior to class). Participants will receive training in basic culinary techniques, learn about key nutrients and enjoy sharing a meal together at the end of class. This class is open to adults 17+ in the greater Birmingham community. Limited to 16 participants.
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