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June 04, 2025

Let's Cook@Casey: Health Benefits and Irresistible Flavor

Casey Community Center • 810 S Frederick Ave GaithersburgMD  20877 Organized by GAITHERSBURG PARKS & RECREATION DEPT

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Description

Dr. Shonali excites the pallet and your digestive system in an evening of healthy eating, where she'll introduce you to the incredible benefits of Indian cuisine. Learn how its vibrant spices, vegetables, fruits, whole grains and beans can boost digestion, reduce inflammation, and support heart health. In this hands-on cooking class, you'll master recipes for delicious Peanut Potato Soup, Spicy Steamed Cabbage, Curd Rice and Mango Lassi. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced cook, this class will equip you with new skills and flavorful dishes that are as nourishing as they are satisfying. Don't miss this chance to transform your cooking and wellness!

Dr. Shonali Nazare, a Fire Protection Engineer with CPSC, was born in India into a family that values nutritious food and science. She lives in Germantown, MD with her husband and three sons. Before coming to the U.S., Shonali pursued a PhD in fire science at University of Bolton, UK. Besides pursuing a professional career she enjoys cooking traditional meals, celebrates festivals, and practices yoga, blending her cultural roots with modern life. She welcomes the opportunity to share her passion for cooking and eating healthy meals.

This is an in-person hands-on class. Participants will work with the chef instructor in our kitchen to prepare the recipes listed in the class description. Everyone will then get to enjoy these recipes together.


For your safety, we ask all students wear close toed, no slip shoes to this class

No refunds will be granted for Let’s Cook@Casey programs. A one-time registration transfer is available to a Let’s Cook@Casey class of equal value if the exchange request is submitted in writing to LetsCook@gaithersburgmd.gov no less than 48 hours before the scheduled program time.

Age Category

Teens & Adults

Location

CCC - A - Casey Room at Casey Community Center

When

June 04, 2025

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Wednesday

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Age and Gender

Ages 16-255 · Co-Ed

Location

Casey Community Center

810 S Frederick Ave GaithersburgMD  20877

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Let's Cook@Casey: Health Benefits and Irresistible Flavor

$55.00
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