City of Big Shoulders & Big Hearts
Meals on Wheels Chicago Hosts Exciting Culinary Demos at Senior Centers Featuring Local Culinary Champions
As part of an initiative to promote health and well-being among seniors, Meals on Wheels Chicago is thrilled to announce a new series of cooking demonstrations that will add an educational component to our monthly Nourish Chicago Pantry. Launching this February in the city of big shoulders and even bigger hearts, these engaging sessions will feature renowned local chefs such as Lawrence Letrero (Bayan Ko), David Wang (Asadito Taco), David Oland (Mercat a la Planxa), William Lara (Le Sud), and Austin Fausett (LG). They will be guiding seniors through the creation of healthy signature dishes. The goal is to empower seniors with culinary skills, promote nutrition, and foster a sense of community through the joy of cooking.
Where & When:
February 9th at Southwest Senior Center (6117 S. Kedzie Ave. Chicago IL 60629)
Featuring David Wang from Asadio Tacos
10:30 am - 11:30 am
February 15th at Central West Senior Center (2102 West Ogden, Chicago IL 60612)
Featuring David Oland from Mercat a la Planxa
10:30 am - 11:30 am
February 21st at Northwest Senior Center (3160 N Milwaukee Ave Chicago IL 60618)
Featuring William Lara from Le Sud
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
March 6th at Northeast Senior Center (2019 W. Lawrence, Chicago IL 60625)
Featuring Lawrence Letrero from Bayan Ko
10:30 am - 11:30 am
March 19th at Southwest Senior Center (6117 S. Kedzie Ave. Chicago IL 60629)
Featuring Austin Fausett from LG Electronics
10:30 am - 11:30 am
*** These events are free to the seniors who have signed up at the designated senior center
"We are excited to bring together the culinary expertise of local chefs with our commitment to community well-being," said Cory Morris, Corporate and Community Relations Manager at Meals on Wheels Chicago. "These cooking demos aim to provide nutritious cooking tips and a fun and social environment, addressing two major concerns for people as they age – keeping up good nutrition and avoiding isolation. We are grateful to our partners at the Department of Family and Support Services for hosting this program at the senior centers. Working together, we are taking a proactive approach to enhance quality of life for seniors in our community.”
These cooking demonstrations are designed to be accessible, informative, and enjoyable for seniors, with each session tailored to the unique needs and interests of the participants. Attendees will learn to prepare delicious and nutritious meals from the food that is provided by Meals on Wheels Chicago at The Nourish Chicago Pantry, and will also connect with local chefs, fostering a sense of community and shared culinary experiences.
Culinary Champion Chef Todd Stein talks about the importance of food and cooking, and why he supports Meals on Wheels Chicago.
For Media Inquiries
Contact: Cory Morris, Corporate and Community Relations Manager
Email: cmorris@mealsonwheelschicago.org
Cell: 847-269-0580