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KVCC Community Culinary and Nutrition

  • Food Foundations

  • Food Foundations: Building a healthier plate, one bite at a time. This beginner-friendly class is designed to help you understand the basics of nutrition, no prior knowledge needed! Whether you're looking to make small changes or just want to feel more confident about your food choices, this course will guide you through simple steps to build a balanced plate.
     
  • Fee: $0.00

  • Instructor: Emily Johnston

    Capacity Remaining: 31

  • Dates: 5/5/2026 - 5/19/2026

    Times: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

  • Sessions: 3

    Days: Tu

  • Building: KVCC Culinary Allied Health Building (opens in new tab)

    Room: 107

  • Food Foundations: Building a healthier plate, one bite at a time. This beginner-friendly class is designed to help you understand the basics of nutrition, no prior knowledge needed! Whether you're looking to make small changes or just want to feel more confident about your food choices, this course will guide you through simple steps to build a balanced plate.
 

  • Everyday Knife Skills

  • The tools of the culinary trade shouldn’t be a hurdle that holds you back from creating amazing and healthy meals at home. Knives and sharp culinary instruments can certainly be intimidating, but come join our culinary experts at KVCC and we’ll teach you all you need to know to keep yourself safe in the kitchen. We also have advanced techniques, a myriad of produce to cut into and tastings to entice even seasoned culinarians. This hands-on course is open to all skill levels and ages 12+.
     
 

  • Food Smarts

  • This is a free nutrition and cooking program held at the Northside Association for Commuity Development (NACD) that also includes a tour of the Park Street Market.

    As a participant, you will:

    • Learn what foods to use for balanced meals that are healthy for you and your family.
    • Learn how to plan, buy and make healthy meals on a budget.
    • Practice how to read food labels and ingredient lists.
    • Get free recipe samples.

    This project was funded in whole or in part by the USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and the Michigan Fitness Foundation. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

     
  • Fee: $0.00

  • Instructor: Pat Maye, William Barrett

    Capacity Remaining: 18

  • Dates: 5/13/2026 - 5/27/2026

    Times: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

  • Sessions: 3

    Days: W

  • Building: Northside Association for Community Development

    Room:

 

  • Seasonal Produce Feature Mushrooms

  • Each month our Culinary team selects an item from a local farmer to feature for a session of exploration and fun. This month will be the mysterious and elusive mushroom. During the spring months, many forages flock to the woods in the hopes of finding morel mushrooms (morchella sp.) but come away empty handed. There are of course other welcome seasonal staples popping at the sometime. These include Oyster, Wine Cap, Dryad's Saddle (Pheasant Back), Shitake(non native), Wood Ear mushrooms and the occasional odd summer /fall species. Join chef Russell Barrett (Certified Wild Mushroom ExpertMC00872) to learn the various ways to prepare, cook and enjoy the bounty of Michigan's produce! Participants will be treated to tastings of this feature including a wild mushroom ragu and a simple ramen made with "umami powder" derived from various delicious species. *This class will involve discussions of traits and growing patterns of some common edible mushrooms, but does not prepare or condone those without training to identify or consume any wild edible without expert guidance.
     
 

  • Simple Suppers with Ms. Pat

  • Join Ms. Pat for a series of electrifying cooking demonstrations featuring quick and scrumptious 30-minute meals perfect for busy week nights or relaxed weekends. Each session highlights flavorful chicken dinners paired with delicious starches and fresh vegetable sides. These sessions truly offer something for everyone, so be sure to save your spot today. Join us for a flavorful, fun-filled time of tasting and fellowship!
     
  • Fee: $40.00

  • Instructor: Pat Maye

    Capacity Remaining: 36

  • Dates: 5/28/2026 - 5/28/2026

    Times: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

  • Sessions: 1

    Days: Th

  • Building: KVCC Culinary Allied Health Building (opens in new tab)

    Room: 107

  • Join Ms. Pat for an exciting demonstration of delicious 30-minute meals designed for easy evenings or stress-free weekend cooking. Each session features satisfying chicken dinners served with perfectly paired starches and vegetable sides. Our featured meal will be a 2-Step 30-Minute Chicken dinner served with oven-roasted vegetables and buttered noodles. Come, taste it and see that it is GOOD! Enjoy your meal with a refreshing glass of sweet tea. These sessions offer something for everyone, so reserve your seat today. Join us for a joyful time of great food, great flavor, and wonderful fellowship!
 

  • Seasoned and Strong

  • Seasoned & Strong: A wellness series for older adults, focused on heart health, strength, and simple home cooking. As we age, our health needs evolve and so should our approach to wellness. Seasoned & Strong is designed for older adults who want to take an active role in their health, whether managing chronic conditions or simply seeking to feel their best. This series combines practical nutrition guidance, gentle physical activity, and easy home cooking demonstrations to support a vibrant, healthy lifestyle.
     
 

  • Everyday Knife Skills

  • The tools of the culinary trade shouldn’t be a hurdle that holds you back from creating amazing and healthy meals at home. Knives and sharp culinary instruments can certainly be intimidating, but come join our culinary experts at KVCC and we’ll teach you all you need to know to keep yourself safe in the kitchen. We also have advanced techniques, a myriad of produce to cut into and tastings to entice even seasoned culinarians. This hands-on course is open to all skill levels and ages 12+.
     
 

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