Tasty Food Classes All August At Peter Kelly Teaching Kitchen

CORTLANDT, NY — NewYork-Presbyterian's series of events during the month of August includes classes at Hudson Valley Hospital that will make your mouth water. And some are free!

All are at the hospital’s Chef Peter X. Kelly Teaching Kitchen, 1992 Crompond Road in Cortlandt.A leader of the farm-to-table movement in the Hudson Valley, Kelly owns local restaurants including Xaviar's at Piermont, the Freelance Cafe and Wine Bar in Piermont, Restaurant X and the Bully Boy Bar in Congers, and X2O Xaviars on the Hudson in Yonkers. In 2007, he bested celebrity chef Bobby Flay in a Food Networks Iron Chef America competion.

• Savory Spanish Tapas, Monday, August 5 | 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Back by popular demand, join us for a special cooking class in which we will make and enjoy savory Spanish tapas. Cost: $15. Registration: Call 914-734-3780 or email hvh-teachingkitchen@nyp.org
• Homemade Dumplings, Thursday, August 8 | 5:30 to 7:00 PM. Dumplings can make for an easy and healthy meal, especially when you make them yourself. In this class, you will learn about dumplings from around the world and how to make them from scratch. Cost: $15/ Registration: Call 914-734-3780 or email hvh-teachingkitchen@nyp.org
• Physician in the Kitchen: Balanced Nutrition for Children’s Health. Friday, August 9 | Noon to 1:30 PM. Join Dr. Eric Mier, Pediatrics, NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Hudson Valley, for a conversation about what nutrients children need and in what quantities to support their health. We will also discuss food allergies and tips for dining out. Attendees will learn how to prepare a seasonal, nutrient-dense, kid-friendly meal. Free. Registration: Call 914-734-3780 or email hvh-teachingkitchen@nyp.org
• Bariatric Cooking. Wednesday, August 14 | 5:30 to 7:00 PM. (This event takes the place of this month’s Bariatric Support Group.). Our cooking demonstration, featuring Ashley Fleischhauer, RN, Bariatric Coordinator, is a great opportunity to test new recipes, suitable for recent patients of bariatric surgery. All food will be sampled, and recipes provided. Family and friends welcome! Registration: Call 914-734-3780 or email hvh-teachingkitchen@nyp.org
• Pack-It-Ahead Dishes & Bites. Thursday, August 15 | 5:30 to 7:00 PM. Whether you’re planning a picnic, party, or a beach adventure this class is for you. Learn how to make quick and delicious food that features seasonal ingredients and travels well. Cost: $15. Registration: Call 914-734-3780 or email hvh-teachingkitchen@nyp.org
• American Classics Reinvented. Friday, August 16 | Noon to 1:30 PM. In this cooking class, you will learn nutritious twists on American favorites like burgers, coleslaw and apple pie, so you can enjoy your favorite foods in good health. Cost: $15. Registration: Call 914-734-3780 or email hvh-teachingkitchen@nyp.org
• Preserving the Bounty of Summer. Monday, August 19 | 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Summer brings an abundance of fresh, local fruits and vegetables. In this class, you will learn how to pickle and preserve the summer harvest, so you can enjoy it all year long. Cost: $15. Registration: Call 914-734-3780 or email hvh-teachingkitchen@nyp.org
• Physician in the Kitchen: Superfoods for Diabetics. Wednesday, August 21 | 5:30 to 7:00 PM. Join Dr. Genevieve Lama, Endocrinology, NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Hudson Valley, for a conversation about nutrition for diabetics, superfoods and portion control. Attendees will enjoy a seasonal, nutrient-dense, low-carb meal. Registration: Call 914-734-3780 or email hvh-teachingkitchen@nyp.org
• Plant-Based Meals. Friday, August 23 | Noon to 1:30 PM. In this plant-based cooking class, you will learn how to add more vegetables to your plate, as well as how to incorporate nutrients you might be missing as a vegetarian. Cost: $15. Registration: Call 914-734-3780 or email hvh-teachingkitchen@nyp.org
• Seasonal Five Ingredient Dinners. Wednesday, August 28 | 5:30 to 7:00 PM. We are all deserving of good nutrition. In this class you will learn how to make dinners that use five ingredients and provide a healthy, balanced plate. Cost: $15. Registration: Call 914-734-3780 or email hvh-teachingkitchen@nyp.org
• Beautiful, Healthy Buffets. Friday, August 30 | Noon to 1:30 PM. Whether you’re planning a summer barbecue or a party for a loved one, join us for a class on food styling and entertaining. Impress your guests the healthy way! Cost: $15. Registration: Call 914-734-3780 or email hvh-teachingkitchen@nyp.org

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About NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital

Founded in 1889 by the Helping Hand Association, NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital, located in Cortlandt Manor, New York, serves residents of the Hudson Valley and Westchester County. The 128-bed facility provides a wide range of inpatient and ambulatory services, with 508 practitioners on staff in 62 specialties. The hospital is home to the region’s only state-of-the-art, 24-hour "no wait" emergency department, which sees more than 40,000 visits per year. In 2011, the Cheryl R. Lindenbaum Comprehensive Cancer Center opened, combining infusion, radiation therapy and support services all under one roof. nyp.org/hudsonvalley or call 914-737-9000.