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Healthy Eating at Any Age Starts in the Kitchen
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Eating well is one of the most powerful ways to support healthy aging. According to AARP, nutritious, balanced meals can help older adults maintain muscle strength, support brain health, manage chronic conditions, and stay active and independent longer. The focus isn’t on restriction—it’s on enjoying real, flavorful foods that fuel your body and fit your lifestyle.
To help make healthy eating simple and enjoyable, AARP Illinois is hosting a series of hands‑on cooking demonstrations in Peoria. These sessions highlight fresh ingredients, smart techniques, and delicious recipes you can recreate at home.
Cooking Demonstration: Spring Bounty (Session 2)
Fri, May 1, 2026 • 12:00 PM–1:30 PM • Herb Hummus, Carrot and Ginger Soup
Location: Dogwood Hall, ICC Culinary, North (Peoria) Campus, 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL, 6163561635
Register: https://events.aarp.org/SpringBounty2
Cooking Demonstration: Soup, Sticks and High-Pressure Surprise (Session 1)
Fri, May 29, 2026 • 10:00 AM–11:30 AM • Tuscan Soup With Sausage And Pasta, Puff Pastry Bread Sticks
Location: Dogwood Hall, ICC Culinary, North (Peoria) Campus, 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL, 61635
Register: https://events.aarp.org/CookingDemo_May_Session1
Cooking Demonstration: Soup, Sticks and High-Pressure Surprise (Session 2)
Fri, May 29, 2026 • 12:00 PM–1:30 PM • Pressure Cooker Cheesecakes
Location: Dogwood Hall, ICC Culinary, North (Peoria) Campus, 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL, 61635
Register: https://events.aarp.org/CookingDemo_May_Session2
Cooking Demonstration: A Taste of Britain (Session 1)
Fri, Jun 5, 2026 • 10:00 AM–11:30 AM • Sausage Rolls
Location: Dogwood Hall, ICC Culinary, North (Peoria) Campus, 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL, 61635
Register: https://events.aarp.org/Britain1
Cooking Demonstration: A Taste of Britain (Session 2)
Fri, Jun 5, 2026 • 12:00 PM–1:30 PM • Fish and Chips
Location: Dogwood Hall, ICC Culinary, North (Peoria) Campus, 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL, 61635
Register: https://events.aarp.org/Britain2
Cooking Demonstration: Summer YUM (Session 1)
Fri, Jul 10, 2026 • 10:00 AM–11:30 AM • Summer Salads
Location: Dogwood Hall, ICC Culinary, North (Peoria) Campus, 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL, 61635
Register: https://events.aarp.org/SummerSalads
Cooking Demonstration: Summer YUM (Session 2)
Fri, Jul 10, 2026 • 12:00 PM–1:30 PM • Summer Desserts
Location: Dogwood Hall, ICC Culinary, North (Peoria) Campus, 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL, 61635
Register: https://events.aarp.org/SummerDesserts
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