AARP SC Offers Virtual Cooking Classes

Five cooking classes to spice up your life!
Eating healthy can help you live your best life. Learn to cook like a pro and make healthy food choices. Join Chef Veera as she shows us how to prepare simple gourmet dishes that you can make at home. Her recipes, tips and tricks will help take your cooking to the next level.

Each class has a different theme, so register for all five!

Let's Brunch (Registration Closed)
April 17, 2025; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Online via Zoom
Brunch – an American tradition made easy, healthy and delicious. Learn some new and delectable additions to your brunch menu and create some new enjoyment to your weekend entertaining.

Menu: A delicious vegan scramble, pretty tomato and zucchini tarts and more delicious brunch items
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Easy Grilling (Register Here)
June 26, 2025; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Online via Zoom
Mouthwatering ideas for meats and plant-based grilling, delicious and nutritious sides, crisp and delicious salads. Learn great culinary tips for perfect grilling and get healthy grilling recipes to use all year round.

Menu: In this class Chef Veera will demo a summer grilled fish, a scrumptious salad and a decadent yet easy grilled dessert.
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Homemade Thai Food (Register Here)
August 21, 2025; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Online via Zoom
Treat yourself to a world of flavor in another class exploring international cuisines! Experience the explosion of flavor that is the hallmark of Thai cuisine while adding a twist to ensure healthy choices.

Menu: Learn to make summer rolls (nime chow) – they are easier than you think! Chef Veera will also demo an easy veggie-forward Pad Thai and a quick riff on Basil chicken.
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Healthy, Stress-free Entertaining (Register Here)
October 16, 2025; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Online via Zoom

Who says you have to be frazzled when entertaining? With these easy, healthy recipes, you can have company over without the stress. Learn lots of tips for planning a perfect menu so you can enjoy your company while wowing them with delicious dishes.

Menu: A gourmet crostini appetizer, elegant Spanish fish and a delightful five-minute seasonal dessert!
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Charcuterie Boards (Register Here)
November 13, 2025; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Online via Zoom
The perfect recipe for Happy Hour! Learn to craft a spectacular cheese and charcuterie board. Pair cheeses and meats with the provided accoutrements and create a picture-perfect board. Make a fun and festive sparkling drink to sip on as you savor your creation.

Menu: Chef Veera will demo and provide tips on building a charcuterie board along with an easy recipe for a festive mocktail or cocktail.

Nourishing Summer Sides
May 23, 2024; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Online via Zoom
Sometimes the hardest part of a meal is the sides. Well not anymore! Let Chef Veera show you how to spice up your sides for the summer.
Recipe--Summer Slaw
Recipe--Grilled Veggie Tartine
Recipe--Strawberry Pico de Gallow
Recipe--Pesto Potato Salad

French Inspired Healthy Eating
July 18, 2024; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Online via Zoom
Oh La La! There’s nothing like good travel and good food. Chef Veera will make you feel like you’re on an adventure with these french-inspired dishes. You won’t want to miss it!
Recipe: Easy Ratatouille
Recipe: Niçoise Salad
Recipe: French Potato Salad

Plant-based Dishes Made Delish
Sept 26, 2024; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Online via Zoom
Healthy doesn’t have to be boring! Plant-based dishes can pack a punch in both nutrition and flavor. Chef Veera will show us how.