Free, Fun Cooking Classes with Chef Christine

Learn how to make easy, nutritious meals. Register for any of our classes in 2025 below.

AARP Maryland's virtual classes on healthy living will continue in 2025! We offer monthly virtual cooking classes that walk through easy and nutritious recipes with Frederick-based chef Christine Van Bloem. Professional chef Christine Van Bloem has been teaching cooking for 20+ years, and can’t wait to get cooking with you! After a heart attack, she has mastered a new approach, keeping food tasty but healthier.


You can cook with us or sit back and watch the fun.  Bring your questions and leave with easy-to-follow recipes.


Explore other online cooking classes. Contact AARP Maryland at md@aarp.org for more information. 


*These sessions are intended to be informational and educational and do NOT constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

*You should always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified healthcare provider to diagnose and treat your specific medical needs, for questions regarding personal health or medical conditions, and before beginning or changing any treatment, activity, program, or dietary plan.

*AARP is not responsible for the consequences of any decisions or actions taken based upon or as a result of the information provided during this event.