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| | 8 Close January Jumpstart: 4 Weeks to Healthier Eating
Tuesday, January 8 
Westside Santa Cruz
January Jumpstart: 4 Weeks to Healthier EatingHealth & Wellness
1:00pm - 2:00pm
 Wellness Series with Nutrition Consultant Madia Jamgochian
Join us for this FREE 4-week series during the month of January and learn how to jumpstart your health with the following nutrition related topics:
Class # 1 Tuesday, January 8: Start Your Day with Protein- Healthy habits developed early last a lifetime and breakfast is one of the best habits to establish. Eaten regularly, a protein-rich breakfast can be life changing! Learn how to incorporate protein-rich foods into your breakfast routine. Get tips for meals outside the breakfast box.
Class # 2 Tuesday, January 15: Choose Smart Carbs- Carbohydrates, often referred to as carbs, are found in more than just bread. Of the three macronutrients – carbohydrates, fat, and protein – carbs have the greatest impact on blood sugar levels. Explore seasonal options for smart carbs, including vegetables, grains, and legumes.
Class #3 Tuesday, January 22: Embracing Healthy Fats- Although our modern culture has distorted our perspective on fats, some fats are essential for optimal health. Historical and scientific evidence show that our ancestors did not suffer from many modern chronic diseases even though they ate wholesome, unprocessed fat-rich foods. Discover our favorite sources of fats and how they are part of a healthy diet.
Class #4 Tuesday, January 29: Eat More Veggies- Ever heard of nutrient density? This is a term that measures the nutrient concentration in a food, per calorie. Vegetables are at the top of this list. Low in carbohydrates but chock full of vitamins and minerals, veggies come in a rainbow of colors, and each color signifies a unique nutrient composition.
*Since we only have room for 20 class participants, seat priority will be given to those who pre-registered online. Please let us know if you are unable to make it.*
About the Instructor:
Madia graduated from Bauman College of Holistic Nutrition in 2013 after completing her BA in Environmental Studies and Exercise Sports Science at UCSB. Shortly after, she started her personal consulting business My Healing Habits. She enjoys educating on how to heal inflammatory and autoimmune conditions, and believes in the food-as-medicine approach. Sign Up For Event
| 9 CloseDim Sum Workshop
Wednesday, January 9
Westside Santa Cruz
Dim Sum WorkshopFood & Drink
6:00pm - 8:30pm
$45.00 With Chef Eric Adema
This class will focus on the technique involved in making 5 dim sum favorites. We will roll out dough and hand press: vegan sweet pea & mushroom Har Gow or “crystal dumplings,” spicy shrimp & scallop shu mai, pork xiao long bao or “soup dumplings,” BBQ chicken Char Sui Bao or ”steamed buns,” and Hong Kong style egg custard tarts. The bamboo steamers will be going so we can feast on our creations throughout the whole class. Beer & wine pairing will be available, and recipes will be provided for doughs, fillings, & dipping sauces.
About the Instructor:
Chef Eric Jan Adema first learned his passion for food while cooking his great grandmother’s recipes with his mother as a kid. In 1989 his family took over the Boulders Inn in Connecticut, and by age 24 he became the head chef . In 2003, Eric moved to San Francisco where he worked as a chef & restaurant consultant for over 10 years. He now lives in Boulder Creek .
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| | 15 CloseJanuary Jumpstart: 4 Weeks to Healthier Eating
Tuesday, January 15
Westside Santa Cruz
January Jumpstart: 4 Weeks to Healthier EatingHealth & Wellness
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wellness Series with Nutrition Consultant Madia Jamgochian
Join us for this FREE 4-week series during the month of January and learn how to jumpstart your health with the following nutrition related topics:
Class # 1 Tuesday, January 8: Start Your Day with Protein- Healthy habits developed early last a lifetime and breakfast is one of the best habits to establish. Eaten regularly, a protein-rich breakfast can be life changing! Learn how to incorporate protein-rich foods into your breakfast routine. Get tips for meals outside the breakfast box.
Class # 2 Tuesday, January 15: Choose Smart Carbs- Carbohydrates, often referred to as carbs, are found in more than just bread. Of the three macronutrients – carbohydrates, fat, and protein – carbs have the greatest impact on blood sugar levels. Explore seasonal options for smart carbs, including vegetables, grains, and legumes.
Class #3 Tuesday, January 22: Embracing Healthy Fats- Although our modern culture has distorted our perspective on fats, some fats are essential for optimal health. Historical and scientific evidence show that our ancestors did not suffer from many modern chronic diseases even though they ate wholesome, unprocessed fat-rich foods. Discover our favorite sources of fats and how they are part of a healthy diet.
Class #4 Tuesday, January 29: Eat More Veggies- Ever heard of nutrient density? This is a term that measures the nutrient concentration in a food, per calorie. Vegetables are at the top of this list. Low in carbohydrates but chock full of vitamins and minerals, veggies come in a rainbow of colors, and each color signifies a unique nutrient composition.
*Since we only have room for 20 class participants, seat priority will be given to those who pre-registered online. Please let us know if you are unable to make it.*
About the Instructor:
Madia graduated from Bauman College of Holistic Nutrition in 2013 after completing her BA in Environmental Studies and Exercise Sports Science at UCSB. Shortly after, she started her personal consulting business My Healing Habits. She enjoys educating on how to heal inflammatory and autoimmune conditions, and believes in the food-as-medicine approach. Sign Up For Event
| 16 CloseKick the Sugar Habit!
Wednesday, January 16
Westside Santa Cruz
Kick the Sugar Habit!Health & Wellness
1:00pm - 2:00pm
 With Certified Nutrition Consultant Madia Jamgochian
The average American consumes upwards of 150 pounds of sugar per year. Added sugar hides in unsuspecting places such as sauces, soups, condiments and even sausages and hot dogs. Overconsuming added sugar, and carbohydrates in general, can put a strain on the body and lead to inflammation and elevated blood sugar, both of which have been shown to contribute to chronic disease. There are easy ways to reduce your sugar intake–education is the first step!
Learn how to identify sugar sources, sugar swapping, balanced meals, and reading labels.
About the Instructor:
Madia graduated from Bauman College of Holistic Nutrition in 2013 after completing her BA in Environmental Studies and Exercise Sports Science at UCSB. Shortly after, she started her personal consulting business My Healing Habits. She enjoys educating on how to heal inflammatory and autoimmune conditions, and believes in the food-as-medicine approach.
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Kick the Sugar Habit!
Wednesday, January 16
Westside Santa Cruz
Kick the Sugar Habit!Health & Wellness
6:00pm - 7:00pm
With Certified Nutrition Consultant Madia Jamgochian
The average American consumes upwards of 150 pounds of sugar per year. Added sugar hides in unsuspecting places such as sauces, soups, condiments and even sausages and hot dogs. Overconsuming added sugar, and carbohydrates in general, can put a strain on the body and lead to inflammation and elevated blood sugar, both of which have been shown to contribute to chronic disease. There are easy ways to reduce your sugar intake–education is the first step!
Learn how to identify sugar sources, sugar swapping, balanced meals, and reading labels.
About the Instructor:
Madia graduated from Bauman College of Holistic Nutrition in 2013 after completing her BA in Environmental Studies and Exercise Sports Science at UCSB. Shortly after, she started her personal consulting business My Healing Habits. She enjoys educating on how to heal inflammatory and autoimmune conditions, and believes in the food-as-medicine approach.
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| | 22 CloseJanuary Jumpstart: 4 Weeks to Healthier Eating
Tuesday, January 22
Westside Santa Cruz
January Jumpstart: 4 Weeks to Healthier EatingHealth & Wellness
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wellness Series with Nutrition Consultant Madia Jamgochian
Join us for this FREE 4-week series during the month of January and learn how to jumpstart your health with the following nutrition related topics:
Class # 1 Tuesday, January 8: Start Your Day with Protein- Healthy habits developed early last a lifetime and breakfast is one of the best habits to establish. Eaten regularly, a protein-rich breakfast can be life changing! Learn how to incorporate protein-rich foods into your breakfast routine. Get tips for meals outside the breakfast box.
Class # 2 Tuesday, January 15: Choose Smart Carbs- Carbohydrates, often referred to as carbs, are found in more than just bread. Of the three macronutrients – carbohydrates, fat, and protein – carbs have the greatest impact on blood sugar levels. Explore seasonal options for smart carbs, including vegetables, grains, and legumes.
Class #3 Tuesday, January 22: Embracing Healthy Fats- Although our modern culture has distorted our perspective on fats, some fats are essential for optimal health. Historical and scientific evidence show that our ancestors did not suffer from many modern chronic diseases even though they ate wholesome, unprocessed fat-rich foods. Discover our favorite sources of fats and how they are part of a healthy diet.
Class #4 Tuesday, January 29: Eat More Veggies- Ever heard of nutrient density? This is a term that measures the nutrient concentration in a food, per calorie. Vegetables are at the top of this list. Low in carbohydrates but chock full of vitamins and minerals, veggies come in a rainbow of colors, and each color signifies a unique nutrient composition.
*Since we only have room for 20 class participants, seat priority will be given to those who pre-registered online. Please let us know if you are unable to make it.*
About the Instructor:
Madia graduated from Bauman College of Holistic Nutrition in 2013 after completing her BA in Environmental Studies and Exercise Sports Science at UCSB. Shortly after, she started her personal consulting business My Healing Habits. She enjoys educating on how to heal inflammatory and autoimmune conditions, and believes in the food-as-medicine approach. Sign Up For Event
| | | 25 CloseCooking with Wild Seaweeds
Friday, January 25
Westside Santa Cruz
Cooking with Wild SeaweedsFood & Drink
6:00pm - 8:00pm
$35.00 Cooking Demo with Ian O'Hollaren, founder of Seaquoia Wild Seaweeds & Nutrition Consultant Madia Jamgochian
Did you know that sea vegetables, also known as seaweeds, are a nutritional powerhouse packed with protein, vitamins and minerals? Rich in iodine, sea vegetables can play an important role in providing thyroid support. Seaweeds are also high in calcium, folic acid and magnesium, as well as iron, potassium, and pantothenic acid.
Of the brown variety, arame, hijiki, kelp, kombu and wakame are the most popular. Nori, a red seaweed, is perhaps the most well known variety being a main ingredient in sushi rolls.
Studies have shown that sea vegetables have been consumed since at least 8000 B.C.E. by cultures in the Japanese region. Today, however, most people have strayed away from including sea vegetables in their every day diet. This class aims to change that by showing you how to utilize fresh sea vegetables harvested just up the coast from Santa Cruz. Madia and Ian will show you how to whip up 4-5 different recipes using fresh sea vegetables. Come hungry!
About the Instructors:
Ian O’Hollaren combined his knowledge and passion of the ocean and turned it into a business and lifestyle. For almost 2 years, Seaquoia Wild Seaweeds has been harvesting seaweeds from California’s unique and bio-diverse coastal ecosystem. Ian strives to connect people to the source of their food while promoting environmental awareness, which has been his business philosophy from the start!
Madia graduated from Bauman College of Holistic Nutrition in 2013 after completing her BA in Environmental Studies and Exercise Sports Science at UCSB. Shortly after, she started her personal nutrition consulting business My Healing Habits. She enjoys educating on how to heal inflammatory and autoimmune conditions, and believes in the food-as-medicine approach.
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| | 29 CloseJanuary Jumpstart: 4 Weeks to Healthier Eating
Tuesday, January 29
Westside Santa Cruz
January Jumpstart: 4 Weeks to Healthier EatingHealth & Wellness
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wellness Series with Nutrition Consultant Madia Jamgochian
Join us for this FREE 4-week series during the month of January and learn how to jumpstart your health with the following nutrition related topics:
Class # 1 Tuesday, January 8: Start Your Day with Protein- Healthy habits developed early last a lifetime and breakfast is one of the best habits to establish. Eaten regularly, a protein-rich breakfast can be life changing! Learn how to incorporate protein-rich foods into your breakfast routine. Get tips for meals outside the breakfast box.
Class # 2 Tuesday, January 15: Choose Smart Carbs- Carbohydrates, often referred to as carbs, are found in more than just bread. Of the three macronutrients – carbohydrates, fat, and protein – carbs have the greatest impact on blood sugar levels. Explore seasonal options for smart carbs, including vegetables, grains, and legumes.
Class #3 Tuesday, January 22: Embracing Healthy Fats- Although our modern culture has distorted our perspective on fats, some fats are essential for optimal health. Historical and scientific evidence show that our ancestors did not suffer from many modern chronic diseases even though they ate wholesome, unprocessed fat-rich foods. Discover our favorite sources of fats and how they are part of a healthy diet.
Class #4 Tuesday, January 29: Eat More Veggies- Ever heard of nutrient density? This is a term that measures the nutrient concentration in a food, per calorie. Vegetables are at the top of this list. Low in carbohydrates but chock full of vitamins and minerals, veggies come in a rainbow of colors, and each color signifies a unique nutrient composition.
*Since we only have room for 20 class participants, seat priority will be given to those who pre-registered online. Please let us know if you are unable to make it.*
About the Instructor:
Madia graduated from Bauman College of Holistic Nutrition in 2013 after completing her BA in Environmental Studies and Exercise Sports Science at UCSB. Shortly after, she started her personal consulting business My Healing Habits. She enjoys educating on how to heal inflammatory and autoimmune conditions, and believes in the food-as-medicine approach. Sign Up For Event
Take a Step Plant-Forward
Tuesday, January 29
Westside Santa Cruz
Take a Step Plant-ForwardHobbies & Special Interest
6:00pm - 7:00pm
 A Plant-Based Workshop with Revit, Inc.
Come discover and celebrate the delicious new world of plant-based foods as we turn a new leaf in 2019.
We’ll introduce the range of health, environmental, and economic benefits of plant-based foods. Then we’ll sample a variety of tasty in-store plant-based foods with tips on preparation and use for breakfast, lunch, and dinner that you, your friends, and family will enjoy! So come try some of our favorite quick and easy substitutes for meat and dairy foods that will help you transition to a plant-based diet.
Optional short store tour to follow after the workshop.
About Revit:
Revit, Inc. is a Santa Cruz area company whose mission is to help people transition to a plant-based diet. The founders have followed a plant-based diet for 25 years and currently offer consulting services for restaurants, schools, hospitals, and other institutions to get on-board with the plant-forward movement! Sign Up For Event
| | 31 CloseRegional Spanish Cooking: Paella
Thursday, January 31
Westside Santa Cruz
Regional Spanish Cooking: PaellaFood & Drink
6:00pm - 8:30pm
$45.00 With WSET Certified Kristen Valenza, Owner of Living Roots Food 831
Take a culinary trip to Valencia, Spain, in this hands-on class where Kristen will show you how to prepare traditional paella, and pair it with a Spanish red blend. Traditional paella is a mix of spanish rice, vegetables, meat, (like chorizo and sausage) and seafood, (clams, mussels, shrimp) and aromatic spices including parsley and saffron. Paella is a Valencian word, and comes from paelle, meaning pan. Spanish wine pairing included.
About the Instructor:
Kristen grew up in New Jersey where she began cooking with her family at a young age, learning the roots of Italian and Mediterranean cooking. Kristen found a passion for traveling and experiencing other cultures through food, wine, and good company. She brought her expertise to Santa Cruz, where she teaches cooking classes and offers high quality catering through her business Living Roots Food 831. Sign Up For Event
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