Culinary
Home Canning Workshop
Dec 07
S9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Building: TBA, Room: TBA
AVC_1930_04R - Rachel Esquivel
There are currently 18 out of 25 spots remaining
This food preservation workshop will teach you to prepare and safely can food in a water bath canner and pressure canner from home. Instructor Rachel Esquivel, in partnership with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension will teach you how to prepare food and jars. You will learn about different types of canners and how to prepare for home canning with your own produce. In this hands-on workshop you will can vegetables and fruits through safe canning practices.
$39.00
Taste of the Mediterranean
Dec 19
TH5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Building: TXAL, Room: 001
AVC_5023_2R - Rachel Esquivel
There are currently 20 out of 25 spots remaining
Join Rachel Esquivel, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agent, for a workshop on adopting the Mediterranean eating pattern. Learn to plan meals with an emphasis on vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, and healthy fats, while reducing processed carbs. Gain skills to promote healthy aging and reduce the risk of cognitive decline, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and cancer.
$25.00
Do Well Be Well with Diabetes
Jan 02 - Jan 23
W5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Building: TBA, Room: TBA
AVC_5193_7 - Rachel Esquivel
There are currently 25 out of 25 spots remaining
Do Well, Be Well with Diabetes is an educational program designed to help individuals with type 2 diabetes acquire the skills needed to understand and manage their condition. Participants will learn how to reduce the risk of complications and achieve their highest level of wellness. Led by Rachel Esquivel, this program focuses on empowering individuals to take control of their diabetes and promotes daily self-management for a healthier lifestyle. Please note that this class is intended to complement, not replace, care provided by a physician.
$15.00
Cooking - Interior Mexico
Jan 07
T5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Building: TBA, Room: TBA
AVC_1930_09 - Rachel Esquivel
There are currently 25 out of 25 spots remaining
Cooking with Cultures fosters curiosity and health awareness through the exploration of traditional foods from interior Mexico. Participants will discover the richness of Mexican cuisine while learning how cultural dishes can contribute to a healthy lifestyle. Join us in celebrating diverse flavors as a pathway to better health.
$25.00
International Honey Tasting
Jan 16
TH6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Building: CSC, Room: E111
AVC_6000_01 - Staff
There are currently 14 out of 15 spots remaining
Discover the rich diversity of honey with Danielle Fleming! Learn to identify quality honey and understand how it varies by region, flora, and season. Explore unique flavors from around the world and find out what makes each type special. Experience a guided tasting session, savoring rare and exquisite honeys. Join us on a flavorful journey across the globe.
$39.00
Professional Cookie Decorating
Jan 18
S10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Building: CSC, Room: E122
AVC_1667_05 - Faculty Not Specified
There are currently 10 out of 10 spots remaining
Learn the art of professional cookie decorating with Leah Keith of Sugars by Leah! This session will cover piping, flooding, and the essential tools needed to create stunning cookies. Practice your skills on your own cookies and explore a Winter Wonderland theme to make your creations shine. All skill levels welcome!
$69.00
ServSafe Food Managers Certifi
Feb 03 - Feb 10
M9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Building: TBA, Room: TBA
RSTO_1041_03 - Rachel Esquivel
There are currently 25 out of 25 spots remaining
Join Rachel Esquivel, in partnership with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, for an in-depth course on food safety principles and practices. This course will thoroughly prepare you for the National Certified Food Manager Exam. The fee includes classroom instruction, course materials, and the exam. Be sure to bring a valid ID, as you will need it to take the exam.
$0.00
Cooking Well with Hypertension
Feb 04 - Feb 25
T5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Building: TBA, Room: TBA
AVC_5193_05 - Rachel Esquivel
There are currently 30 out of 30 spots remaining
Cooking Well with Hypertension is tailored for individuals with hypertension and those who prepare meals for them. This course provides valuable insights and practical guidance to create heart-healthy meals that support better blood pressure management.
$0.00
Professional Cookie Decorating
Feb 08
S10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Building: CSC, Room: E122
AVC_1667_06 - Staff
There are currently 10 out of 10 spots remaining
Learn the art of professional cookie decorating with Leah Keith of Sugars by Leah! This session will cover piping, flooding, and essential tools needed to create stunning cookies. Practice your skills on your own cookies and explore a Love Bugs theme with fun, whimsical designs. All skill levels welcome!
$69.00
Classic Cocktails
Feb 10
M6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Building: TBA, Room: TBA
AVC_3085_01 - Staff
There are currently 15 out of 15 spots remaining
Learn to craft classic cocktails like Old Fashioneds, Manhattans, Gin Martinis, Margaritas, and Cosmos with expert James Hayes. Whether you're impressing friends or exploring a new skill for a bar job, this fun, hands-on class will equip you with the techniques to create signature drinks that keep everyone coming back for more.
$79.00
From Path to Plate
Feb 22
S9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Building: TBA, Room: TBA
AVC_5193_9 - Rachel Esquivel
There are currently 25 out of 25 spots remaining
Path to the Plate offers a comprehensive and educational approach to delivering relevant, current, and factual information to consumers. Our goal is to empower individuals to make informed decisions about agriculture and their health. This unbiased program examines agriculture, the food we eat, and their impact on health, providing accurate, research-based information through a variety of methods.
$20.00
Medicinal Honey
Feb 22
S1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Building: CSC, Room: E111
AVC_6000_03 - Faculty Not Specified
There are currently 15 out of 15 spots remaining
Discover the healing power of honey with Danielle Fleming, from its ancient medicinal roots to modern scientific validation. Learn how this sweet substance heals wounds, stops infections, and is used for healing many diseases. Explore the science behind honey's health benefits, gain practical insights for daily use, and discover how to shop for real, effective honey. Join us to unlock the secrets of nature's golden elixir.
$39.00
Wisdom, Power, Control
Mar 06 - Mar 27
TH5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Building: TBA, Room: TBA
AVC_5193_011 - Faculty Not Specified
There are currently 25 out of 25 spots remaining
Wisdom, Power, Control is a culturally tailored diabetes self-management education program designed for African American and multi-ethnic audiences. Adapted from the program **Sí, Yo Puedo** based on focus group feedback, **Wisdom, Power, Control** was tested during a 2011-2012 federally funded initiative. The program was found effective in improving hemoglobin A1c levels, a measure of blood glucose control over three months, as well as diabetes self-care, self-confidence, and overall diabetes knowledge.
$15.00
Taste of Mediterranean
Mar 11
T5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Building: TBA, Room: TBA
AVC_5023_4 - Rachel Esquivel
There are currently 25 out of 25 spots remaining
In the Taste of the Mediterranean course, you will explore how to apply the principles from the Better Your Days, The Mediterranean Way program. This program teaches participants about using the Mediterranean diet-a healthy and natural eating and lifestyle approach-to reduce the risk of diet-related chronic diseases.
$25.00
Professional Cookie Decorating
Mar 15
S10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Building: CSC, Room: E122
AVC_1667_07 - Faculty Not Specified
There are currently 10 out of 10 spots remaining
Learn the art of professional cookie decorating with Leah Keith of Sugars by Leah! This session will cover piping, flooding, and essential tools needed to create stunning cookies. Practice your skills on your own cookies and explore a "Hopping into Spring" theme with vibrant, seasonal designs.
$69.00
Decoracion de pasteles
Mar 22
S9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Building: CSC, Room: E122
AVC_1667_4 -
Mireya Zapata There are currently 10 out of 10 spots remaining.
Mireya Zapata grew up in Waco and has been married for 22 years with three children. Mireya and her sister began selling cupcakes in South Waco for fun and to make extra money during the summer. Realizing she had a real knack for it! About 17 years ago Mireya took a formal cake decorating class with instructor and mentor Douglas Woodward. From then on she was intrigued and wanted to know everything he knew. Douglas taught her the basics and always said "knowledge comes with experience," and that is still true to this day especially when it comes to decorating cakes!
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Mireya Zapata está de regreso para enseñar a los estudiantes técnicas básicas de decoración de pasteles usando crema de mantequilla, glaseado real y fondant. El curso incluirá cómo colorear el glaseado, su consistencia, ángulo de la bolsa y control de presión. Los estudiantes aprenderán a crear hermosos pasteles usando acopladores, flores hechas a mano que crearon con glaseado real, procesos de aplicación, puntas, clavos y otros equipos.
$119.00
International Honey Tasting
Mar 27
TH6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Building: CSC, Room: E111
AVC_6000_02 - Faculty Not Specified
There are currently 15 out of 15 spots remaining
Discover the rich diversity of honey with Danielle Fleming! Learn to identify quality honey and understand how it varies by region, flora, and season. Explore unique flavors from around the world and find out what makes each type special. Experience a guided tasting session, savoring rare and exquisite honeys. Join us on a flavorful journey across the globe.
$39.00
Do Well Be Well Hypertension
Apr 01 - Apr 22
T5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Building: TBA, Room: TBA
AVC_5193_8 - Rachel Esquivel
There are currently 25 out of 25 spots remaining
Do Well, Be Well with Hypertension is an educational program designed for individuals interested in preventing hypertension, managing elevated blood pressure, or dealing with hypertension. This four-class series, with an optional fifth class, covers essential topics in nutrition and self-management strategies to help reduce hypertension.
$15.00
Certified Food Manager
Apr 07 - Apr 14
M9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Building: TBA, Room: TBA
RSTO_1041_04 - Rachel Esquivel
There are currently 25 out of 25 spots remaining
Join Rachel Esquivel, in partnership with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, for an in-depth course on food safety principles and practices. This course will thoroughly prepare you for the National Certified Food Manager Exam. The fee includes classroom instruction, course materials, and the exam. Be sure to bring a valid ID, as you will need it to take the exam.
$0.00
Professional Cookie Decorating
Apr 12
S10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Building: CSC, Room: E122
AVC_1667_08 - Faculty Not Specified
There are currently 10 out of 10 spots remaining
Learn the art of professional cookie decorating with Leah Keith of Sugars by Leah! This session will cover piping, flooding, and essential tools needed to create stunning cookies. Practice your skills on your own cookies and explore a "Farmers Market" theme with fresh, seasonal designs.
$69.00
Medicinal Honey
Apr 12
S1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Building: CSC, Room: E111
AVC_6000_04 - Faculty Not Specified
There are currently 15 out of 15 spots remaining
Discover the healing power of honey with Danielle Fleming, from its ancient medicinal roots to modern scientific validation. Learn how this sweet substance heals wounds, stops infections, and is used for healing many diseases. Explore the science behind honey's health benefits, gain practical insights for daily use, and discover how to shop for real, effective honey. Join us to unlock the secrets of nature's golden elixir.
$39.00
Classic Cocktails
Apr 14
M6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Building: TBA, Room: TBA
AVC_3085_02 - Faculty Not Specified
There are currently 15 out of 15 spots remaining
Learn to craft classic cocktails like Old Fashioneds, Manhattans, Gin Martinis, Margaritas, and Cosmos with expert James Hayes. Whether you're impressing friends or exploring a new skill for a bar job, this fun, hands-on class will equip you with the techniques to create signature drinks that keep everyone coming back for more.
$79.00
Cooking with Cultures: Worldwi
Apr 24
TH5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Building: TBA, Room: TBA
AVC_1930_08 - Rachel Esquivel
There are currently 25 out of 25 spots remaining
Cooking with Cultures fosters a curious and inquisitive atmosphere where participants enhance their health knowledge through the exploration of cultural foods. This course not only achieves its objectives but also celebrates the diversity and richness of global cuisines as a pathway to better health.
$35.00
Taste of the Mediterranean
May 01
TH5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Building: TBA, Room: TBA
AVC_5023_3 - Rachel Esquivel
There are currently 25 out of 25 spots remaining
In the Taste of the Mediterranean course, you will explore how to apply the principles from the Better Your Days, The Mediterranean Way program. This program teaches participants about using the Mediterranean diet-a healthy and natural eating and lifestyle approach-to reduce the risk of diet-related chronic diseases.
$25.00
Si YO Puedo Controlar diabetes
May 08 - May 29
TH5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Building: TBA, Room: TBA
AVC_5193_11 - Rachel Esquivel
There are currently 25 out of 25 spots remaining
¡Sí, Yo Puedo Controlar Mi Diabetes!** (Sí, Yo Puedo) is a culturally relevant diabetes self-management education program tailored for Hispanic/Latino communities. This program is designed for both Spanish-speaking and English-speaking audiences.
$15.00