Cooking demonstrations for Purdue faculty, staff and students

The Demonstration Kitchen at the Córdova Recreational Sports Center (the Co-Rec) will offer a series of cooking demonstrations during the fall semester.

The Demonstration Kitchen strives to make cooking accessible to everyone by demonstrating delicious recipes and menus that are quick, easy and affordable. The staff provides a variety of demonstrations and programs to accommodate varying interests, ages and abilities.

Demonstrations are held 7-8 p.m. in the Demonstration Kitchen. Free parking is available after 5 p.m. in the Co-Rec parking lot.

Fall 2019 cooking demonstration schedule

* Sept. 4 (W): Authentic Italian
* Sept. 9 (M): Vegetarian Meals
* Sept. 17 (Tu): 5 Ingredient Foods
* Sept. 25 (W): Restaurant Meals Made at Home

* Oct. 1 (Tu): Dine Like the Dutch
* Oct. 14 (M) : Romantic Recipes for Two
* Oct. 23 (W): Wok Your World
* Oct. 29 (Tu): Midwestern Classics

* Nov. 4 (M): Comfort Foods Redesigned
* Nov. 13 (W): Curry in a Hurry
* Nov. 19 (Tu): Decadent Desserts

* Dec. 3 (Tu): Brain Foods for Finals

Sign-up for cooking demonstrations is at Member Services in the Co-Rec or online for $10. Each demonstration will provide the opportunity to participant in an interactive cooking experience, sample four to five delicious recipes, and take home recipe cards.

Additional programs offered by the Demonstration Kitchen

Private cooking demonstration: Private cooking demonstrations are ideal for staff or club retreats, residence hall programs, and sorority and fraternity programs. Cooking instructors will provide a fun and informative program for any group, and a variety of menus are available to choose from. The Demonstration Kitchen staff take care of the grocery shopping, preparation and cleanup.

Kitchen rental: Those looking for a fun and creative way to host a meeting, celebrate with a group or hold a team-building exercise can rent the Demonstration Kitchen. Cooking is a great way to gather friends and colleagues, and the Demonstration Kitchen is available to reserve for students, faculty and staff.

For more information on available programs, call 765-496-1788.