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Healthy Eating at Any Age Starts in the Kitchen

AARP

Published March 11, 2026

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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.

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Dogwood Hall ICC Culinary, North (Peoria) Campus, 5407 N. University St., Peoria IL 61635

Summer Grilling Demo with Chefs , August 14

SESSION 1 (10:00–11:30 AM): Elotes Salad; Grilled Chicken with Peach Salsa
SESSION 2 (11:45 AM–1:00 PM): Grilled Angel Food Cake with Fruit Sauce and Boozy Chantilly Cream; Grilled Mocktails and Cocktails
Register: https://events.aarp.org/SummerGrilling

Brunch’ n Lunch Favs! Cooking Demonstration, September 18, 2026

SESSION 1 (10:00–11:30 AM): Best Rotisserie Chicken & Rice Soup; Yummy Vegan Almond Cake
SESSION 2 (11:45 AM–1:00 PM): Session details to be announced
Register: https://events.aarp.org/BrunchnLunch

German Cuisine Cooking Demonstration, Friday, October 16, 2026

SESSION 1 (10:00–11:30 AM): Bratwurst, Apple-Caraway Sauerkraut,German Potato Salad,Spiced Warm Apple Cider
SESSION 2 (11:45 AM–1:00 PM): Bier Cheese Soup, Bee Sting Cake
Register: https://events.aarp.org/GermanCuisine

Brunch Bests Cooking Demonstration, Friday, November 6, 2026

SESSION 1 (10:00–11:30 AM): Session details to be announced
SESSION 2 (11:45 AM–1:00 PM): Session details to be announced
Register: https://events.aarp.org/BrunchBests1106

Holiday Cooking Demonstration, Friday, December 4, 2026

SESSION 1 (10:00–11:30 AM): Session details to be announced
SESSION 2 (11:45 AM–1:00 PM): Session details to be announced
Register: https://events.aarp.org/HolidayCooking