Culinary Institute of Applewood

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Experience the art of cooking with the Culinary Institute of Applewood

As part of our exclusive Engaged Living™ program, the Culinary Institute of Applewood™ (CIA) hosts monthly cooking demonstration events, culminating in a Food Network–style cooking competition for residents.

Due to the program’s popularity, the CIA is held in the Performing Arts Center, where the executive chef and director of dining services lead engaging demonstrations on the selection, preparation and presentation of many different foods.

At least one program during the year focuses on wine, including types, care and food pairing suggestions, finishing with a festive wine tasting. The presentation also encompasses meal planning, food sourcing, selecting ingredients and senior nutrition education.

Each event concludes when to prepare their own tableside meals, based on the presentation. With provided ingredients, attendees can learn to create simple and healthy meals at home later to share and enjoy with family and friends.

Dining

“Recipes from Home”

“The wonderful diversity of our residents offers a wealth of delicious family recipes that are meant to be shared,” says Heath Braunstein, director of dining services.

“We launched a monthly contest, Recipes from Home, inviting submissions of family favorites.”

Heath says that each month a winner is chosen and their favorite dish, ranging from appetizers to entrees to vegetables and desserts, is prepared for the whole community. A copy of the recipe is also provided during the meal for those who would like to make it at home.

“This program is one more example of providing residents with the creature comforts of home, including favorite family recipes.”

Love to cook but hate to shop and chop?  Try Applewood Chef at Home

Through CIA, our residents gather together to explore cuisine trends and techniques or take advantage of the ready-to-cook meal kits that can be cooked at home without the hassle of shopping and meal prep.

Learn more about Dining Services at Applewood in Freehold Township, NJ

For more information about Applewood’s CIA program, call (732) 303-7416 to schedule a visit or attend an event for future residents.