Alli Naithani Please pre-register in person at our customer service desk or call 612-279-2460; $15/ $13 members. Indian cooking is all about fresh flavors and exotic spices. We’ll cook up popular Indian dishes the healthy way.

Claudine Arndt, Certified Health Coach, Please pre-register in person at our customer service desk or call 612-279-2460; $10/$8 members, Do you struggle to get out of bed in the morning? Do you yawn your way through the afternoon? This workshop will help you identify the foods that “give” energy and the foods that “deplete” energy, as well as strategies you can incorporate into your life for feeling more energized on a daily basis.

Liz McMann, MA. Please pre-register in person at our customer service desk or call 612-279-2460; $15/ $13 members. Canning is a great way to preserve locally grown produce at its peak. This century-old technique has been refined over the years to be a highly dependable and safe method for food preservation. Learn how to safely can a variety of foods at home—it’s easier (and more fun) than you think!

Jennifer Nelson & Linda Halley, Gardens of Eagan Farm. Please pre-register in person at our customer service desk or call 612-279-2460; $17/$15 members. Freezing your winter meals is so easy! Learn from experience and let local experts Jennifer and Linda show you the best techniques for preserving sweet corn, roasted peppers, kale, broccoli, tomatoes and other garden delights. All you need are a few Ziploc bags and a little freezer space.

Amy Leger. Please pre-register in person at our customer service desk or call 612-279-2460; $10/ $8 members. Amy will discuss aspects of going gluten-free, including how to discern ingredient labels, avoid cross-contamination, and talk with restaurant staff. She’ll share lots of practical information including cooking tips, lists of gluten ingredients, gluten-free restaurants and support groups.

Allie Mentzer, Linden Hills Co-op Member Services Manager. Please pre-register in person at our customer service desk or call 612-279-2460; $5/$3 co-op members. Learn how to shop co-op like an insider! Learn why your food choices matter, including the top 10 reasons to choose organic food. You’ll learn the mysteries of buying in bulk—and discover the environmental and economic benefits. You’ll taste our local produce—and learn more about the co-op’s longstanding relationships with local farmers.

Bryan Deane Bertsch, Founder, Deane’s Organic Kombucha. Please pre-register in person at our customer service desk or call 612-279-2460; $35/ $33 members. Learn how to brew your own kombucha – the ancient “divine tea” that’s packed with probiotics and enzymes that promote detoxification, increased energy, weight loss and immune support. Discover the nuances of further fermentation and how to confidently add your own flavors. Take home a Mother SCOBY (you’ll learn what it is!) and begin right away!

Canan Karatekin, Ph.D. Please pre-register in person at our customer service desk or call 612-279-2460; $35/$33 members. Learn to how to make a variety of healthy and nutritious Eastern Mediterranean appetizers (or Meze) including Lentil and Bulgar Patties, Creamed Parsnip Hummus, Carrot Puree with Yogurt and a Walnut-Pomegranate Dip. Originally from Turkey, Canan is an Associate Professor at the UofM who loves to share her dishes and recipes with others.

Tuesday, October 26th 6:30-8:00 p.m. Jennifer Nelson & Linda Halley, Gardens of Eagan Farm. Please pre-register in person at our customer service desk or call 612-279-2460; $20/$18 members. Join us to pay homage to kale, the greatest vegetable ever. Cook and sample various kale recipes, learn about its amazing nutritional value and go home with an All Day Kale cookbook including kale recipes for every meal.