A strong community needs strong roots.
Portage Township’s NOURISH Program is on a mission to help residents understand the relationship they share between their diets and their physical health by providing free cooking classes and nutrition resources in our community.
NOURISH
Food brings us together in so many ways. Whether celebrating a joyous occasion or finding comfort during tough times, food is a central part of our lives. Gathering around the table to share a meal and talk about our days is a cherished tradition.
Join us at the table every Thursday from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at one of our community partnership locations for a free cooking class. Not only will you learn from local chefs on how to cook a balanced, budgeted meal, but signing up online also makes you eligible to receive class-specific ingredients to make the dish at home!
Attendees will also have the chance to participate in a weekly raffle for cooking utensils, from crockpots to silverware.
Simply click on a class listed below and select the dates you’re interested in attending!
Our website also features a list of the healthy recipes we have taught in class available to use completely free.
Note: NOURISH is a food assistance and accessibility program aimed at fighting chronic health conditions that arise from obesity open to all residents within the Portage Township-South Bend area.
Supplies are limited to one per household.
UPCOMING CLASSES
6/5 PITA PIZZA & SALAD @ UNITY GARDENS, 3701 PRAST BLVD - CLASS FULL
This class will cover how to make a delicious and simple Pita Pizza & Salad! This class is at capacity!
6/12 LETTUCE WRAPS @ ONEROOF, 405 E DUBAIL AVE - CLASS FULL
This class will learn to make light, nutritious Lettuce Wraps, perfect for a summer afternoon!
6/26 CAJUN CHICKEN & RICE @ KROC CENTER, 900 W WESTERN AVE - CLASS FULL
This class will cover how to make savory Cajun Chicken & Rice! Spicy and filling, this chicken and rice recipe is perfect for an affordable weeknight meal. This class is now full!
7/3 KEBABS @ ONEROOF, 405 E DUBAIL AVE - CLASS FULL
This class will cover how to incorporate more veggies into your diet through quick and easy kebabs! This class is at capacity!
7/10 VEGGIE LASAGNA @ UNITY GARDENS, 3701 PRAST BLVD - CLASS FULL
This class will cover how to make a hearty veggie lasagna that is sure to be a family favorite! This class is at capacity.
7/17 FISH TACOS @ KROC CENTER, 900 W WESTERN AVE - CLASS FULL
This class will cover how to make a quick fish taco recipe from scratch, perfect for those summer nights! This class is at capacity.
7/24 FRITTATA EGG BITES & SMOOTHIE @ ONEROOF, 405 E DUBAIL AVE - CLASS FULL
This class is our first in breakfast cuisine! Join us at the table to learn how to make frittata egg bites with an associated smoothie! This class is at capacity.
8/7 VEGGIE FAJITAS @ UNITY GARDENS, 3701 PRAST BLVD - CLASS FULL
This class will cover how to make sizzling veggie fajitas that are ready to go in under 30 minutes! This class is at capacity!
8/14 GAZPACHO @ KROC CENTER, 900 W WESTERN AVE
This class will cover how to make a healthy, light summertime gazpacho that is sure to be a hit!
8/21 SMOKED SALMON CROSTINI @ ONEROOF, 405 E DUBAIL AVE - CLASS FULL
This class will cover how to elevate your cooking skills to make smoked salmon crostini using simple ingredients! This class is at capacity.
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