Food Connects Us: A Cooking Demo Series

Schedule

Sun Apr 12 2026 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Southeast Raleigh YMCA | Raleigh, NC

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Food Connects Us is a vibrant cultural cooking experience that celebrates the powerful connection between food, culture, and community.
About this Event

Food Connects Us: Cooking Demo Series Hosted by EatWell Exchange, Inc.

Join EatWell Exchange, Inc. for this year’s Food Connects Us, a vibrant cultural cooking experience that celebrates the powerful connection between food, culture, and community. This interactive cooking demonstration will feature Jasmine Westbrooks-Figaro, Donnae Ward, and Kelyne Noel who will guide attendees through a flavorful, culturally rooted culinary experience designed to nourish both body and spirit. More than just a cooking class, this event is about honoring traditions, sharing stories, and strengthening community through food. Whether you're passionate about cooking, curious about new cultural flavors, or simply looking for meaningful community connection, this experience is for you.

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Southeast Raleigh YMCA, 1436 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, United States

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