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Classes for Fall 2010

Most of our regular classes are held through Hanover, Henrico, and King William County Park and Recreation Departments and through the University of Richmond. Please contact the them directly through the provided links to register for these classes. Please contact us if you need more information or want to schedule classes or parties. Anybody can sign up for any classes anywhere. You do not have to be a resident of the county, or attend the University of Richmond to sign up for classes!

Hanover County
All classes are held at Pole Green Community Center, 8996 Pole Green Park Lane, Mechanicsville, VA 23116, Phone: 804-365-7150
Click for the "Discover Recreation" program guide for information and registration

Classes for Adults 18 & Up
September 25 - Lunches & Snacks for Home, Office, or School, from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM: Let's make a few quick vegetarian lunches and snacks that provide flavor, nutrition, and variety.
October 19 - Mediterranean Cuisine, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM: Let's make vegetarian Mediterranean dishes, such as Falafel, hummus, and Tabbouleh, to serve as appetizers and meals.
November 9 - South Indian Cuisine, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM: Have you ever tried delicious Dosa, Idli, and Uttappam? Each rice-based dish has a unique texture and flavor. We will also make accompanying dishes, such as Sambhar and Chutney.

Henrico County
Click for the "At Your Leisure" program guide for information and registration

Cooking Classes for Adults
October 7 - Chinese Delights, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM: Imagine a platter of vegetarian spring rolls, dumplings, and Lo Mein noodles. Now, imagine these dishes made by you!
October 26 - Thai food special, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM: Let's make vegetarian dishes such as Thai pumpkin soup, Pad Thai noodles, and pineapple rice to celebrate fall!
November 4 - Cooking with Turmeric, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM: Turmeric is a healthful spice, best known for its anti-inflammatory properties. It adds color and flavor to any dish. Learn to make rice, zucchini flatbread, and lentil soup with this wonderful spice!
University of Richmond
Classes are at the Culinary Art Center.
Click here for the U of R 'Think Again' Catalog and check Culinary Arts.

Cooking Classes for Adults ages 18 & Up
November 6 - Explore India through Cooking, from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM: North and South Indian foods are very different. We will make dishes from the northern state of Rajesthan, as well as Dosa (rice crepes) from the South.
November 13 - Vegetarian Cooking with Herbs and Spices, from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM: Bring flavorful foods to the table by using herbs and spices, instead of lots of salt. Onions, garlic, ginger, cilantro, basil, oregano, turmeric, chili powder, cumin, cinnamon, cardamom, coriander seed, nutmeg...and many more! Learn to use these spices with beans, vegetables, and grains.