HER Kitchen X WNY Heroes
Plant-Based Virtual Cooking Class
YOU ARE INVITED….
…to get cozy in your kitchen + cook a delicious meal along with HER Kitchen + your family! Your hosts will guide you through a virtual, live video cooking class while talking about ways to incorporate plant-based eating that is not just healthy, but full of flavor + familiar tastes. We will walk you through all of the cooking preparation and cooking steps, help you troubleshoot while you're cooking, and discuss the health benefits of the ingredients. Feel free to ask the team questions, ask for feedback, learn a little something and most importantly, have fun. For class, all ingredients will be provided.
We encourage everyone to have their video on throughout class, our team & your group can see what’s going on in your kitchen. Throughout class, guests are welcome to ask questions + interact. The chat room is open for guest interaction.
MENU
WHOLE GRAIN PASTA - HANDMADE “MEAT” BALLS - FRESH POMODORO SAUCE - ARUGULA SALAD w. HOMEMADE CUCUMBER DILL DRESSING
CHOCOLATE BISCOTTI
WHERE?
The classes will be held virtually through zoom. This will allow each participant to have a fully hands-on experience cooking, and to get more comfortable with cooking plant-based meals + ingredients in their own kitchen.
WHEN?
Saturday December 19th from 6:00-7:45pm.
Welcome- General Overview | 6:00-6:30pm
Hands-On Cooking Demonstration | 6:30-7:30pm
Q+A | 7:30-7:45pm
MEET THE HOSTS
SUE + CIARA of HER Kitchen
Susan believes a woman should always appreciate herself + honor her soul in everything she does. That philosophy has helped her create a business that inspires women to recognize their individuality, personal style and strength.
She has owned and operated her businesses with her daughter, Her Story + Her Sanctuary. What began in 1990 as retail business has grown into a destination where you can heal your mind-body-soul.
Taking care of yourself inside + out has always been important to Susan. She graduated from Niagara County Community College as an RN in 1985 and began her journey of nursing as a charge nurse at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. Sue is a true believer in integrative health, working part time at a local functional medical practice, Cardea Health Integrative.
Susan is a true wellness warrior and advocate for the fight against breast cancer and continues to empower and inspire women to live their best possible life. She was recognized by the American Cancer Society for her wellness work in 2012 and has also been commissioned by Roswell Park Cancer Institute to create a healing sanctuary in their resource center.
Ciara, a long-time restaurant professional + certified sommelier is using her knowledge of hospitality, her passion for food + her dedication to celebrating ingredients to bring HER Kitchen to life.
SALLY of Eat Well Buffalo
Sally is a healthy eating advocate who believes that a nutritious, plant-based diet can be fun and exciting, even in a city that loves its beer and wings.
Sally started her wellness quest in the pharmaceutical industry in the 1980's. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in business administration from the University of Buffalo, as well as her MBA in Marketing also from SUNY at Buffalo. Sally attended the Institute of Integrative Nutrition to earn her certified health coach title. Sally completed the coursework through Cornell to receive her plant-based nutrition certification. She attended the Culinary Intensive Workshop through the prestigious Conscious Gourmet Institute in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In 2018, Sally was selected to attend the Physician’s Committee For Responsible Medicine initiative in Washington, DC to become a certified Food For Life Educator. And in 2020, Sally became Nutritious Life Certified by completing the coursework at The Nutritious Life Studio by Keri Glassman.
Sally has always been a firm believer that we need to take responsibility for our own health as well as being a positive contributor to our WNY community. Our emphasis and direction should be on the prevention of disease and taking those steps to eat healthy (plant based, whole foods as much as possible), incorporating exercise into our daily lives, practicing mindfulness and meditation, as well as being committed to recycling, sustainability and making a difference in this wonderful community in which we live.
SARAH of Ashker’s Juice Bar + Cafe
Sarah is a firm believer in taking personal action for the well-being of yourself as well as those that make up your community. Sarah has been involved in owning a business, Ashker’s Juice Bar & Café. Ashker’s main focus has been to push themselves and their business to the forefront of health and wellness, through the food, beverage and atmosphere that they create for their shops.
Sarah’s background of healthy living, customer service, food preparation and education has led her to find a perfect fit in her job.
Ashker’s offers a casual atmosphere that is perfect for dining with friends, co-workers, and family members. The creative menu features a wide array of great selections, always made from the highest quality ingredients. Be sure to ask your server about daily specials and other notable menu selections. The staff at Ashkers's Juice Bar, Bistro, & Gallery are friendly and professional and will ensure that your dining experience is a pleasant one. Please stop in soon!
REGISTRATION
Registration will be open until 12/13 at 11:59pm.