Culinary Literacy Center to cover seasonal produce, ice cream | The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County continues its food-education programming in July and August at the Culinary Literacy Center at Main Library.
Classes cover a broad range of topics, including nutrition, food preparation, healthy eating, and how-to programs (baking, entertaining, and seasonal and ethnic cooking).
To see a schedule of classes and to register, visit here. Call 330-744-8636 for more information. Upcoming food programs appear below.
Beat the Heat: Instant Pot Risotto. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. For adults. For adults. Noon, Thursday, July 6 or 5:30 p.m., Monday, July 10.
French American Heritage Month. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. France – often considered one of the culinary centers of the world – has had a big impact on American cuisine. Learn to make crepes with a variety of fillings, both sweet and savory. Recipes and a take-out container will be provided to each participant. Noon-1:30 p.m., 7.
Scoops of Fun: National Ice Cream Day. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. The Library will demonstrate how to make a homemade hot fudge sauce for sundaes. For ages 5-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and adults must register for the program. Noon, Friday, July 14.
Culinary Teen Camp – SushiLearn how to make a sushi roll in this program for teens aged 13-18. Bring a container to take home leftovers. The class will use cooked fish for this dish. Registration required.
Culinary Teen Camp – Penne with Quick Tomato Sauce. Learn how to make a quick tomato sauce using fresh tomatoes. For teens ages 13-18. Bring a container to take home any leftovers. Registration required. 1-2:30 p.m.,
Stepping Out with Healthy Cooking – Seasonal Produce. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Explore the best produce July has to offer with Mercy Health’s Stepping Out nutrition program. Registration opens at noon on June 16. Registration required. 1 p.m.,
Tomato and Cheddar Pie. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn how to make a savory pie with a buttermilk biscuit crust, fresh tomatoes and sharp cheddar. Participants will make a mini pie to take home and bake. Bring a box or other container. Registration required. Registration opens at noon on June 27. 1-3 p.m.,
Homemade Fast Food – Fish Tacos. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn how to make quick and delicious meals at home. Registration required. Registration opens at noon on July 11. Noon-1:30 p.m.,
Stepping Out with Healthy Cooking – Stir Friday. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Stir-fry a chicken-and-vegetable dish, receive recipes, a container to take your food home. Presented by Mercy Health Community Health Educator Jessica Romeo. Registration required. Registration opens at noon on July 14. 1 p.m., .
National Peach Month – Grilled Peaches with Whipped Cheese. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Prepare grilled peaches with whipped cheese. Led by Mercy Health Community Health Educator Jessica Romeo. Registration required. Registration opens at noon on July 17. 5:30-7:30 p.m.,
Seed to Table – Dill. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org…. Learn how to grow and harvest dill. The group will also make a jar of refrigerator garlic dill pickles to take home. Participants must bring a clean half-pint jar and a lid to class. Registration required. Registration opens at noon on July 18. 5:30-7:30 p.m.,
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