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Healthy Wholefood Cooking – Tuesday November 5 at 7.00pm HEALTHY FESTIVE SEASON with Kim

Kim from Papakura

Healthy Wholefood Cooking – Tuesday November 5 at 7.00pm
HEALTHY FESTIVE SEASON with Kim

It’s easy to get caught up in indulgent meals and treats in the festive season – this year let’s add some nourishing, delicious and wholesome foods to the celebrations.

Our upcoming Healthy Wholefood Cooking Workshop will focus on plant-based recipes that are not only perfect for the holiday table but also packed with nutrients to keep you feeling your best.

Join us as we explore creative ways to bring out the best in seasonal produce, discover exciting flavours, and learn how to prepare plant-based dishes that everyone will love.

We will dive into the health benefits of wholefoods and how they can support your well-being during this busy season.

And, show you how to celebrate without compromising your health goals—leaving you energised and feeling great as you head into the new year.

What will you learn:
• How to make a delicious and healthy plant-based platter with an abundance of veg and tofu, and a scrummy cashew gravy!
• A fabulous tasty baked cauliflower!
• A colourful and nutritious salad
• Tasty aquafaba chocolate meringues
• And an extra yummy plant-based strawberry cheesecake

Details:
WHEN: Tuesday, November 5 at 7:00 PM
WHERE: The Church Hall, 12 Alpha Street, Papakura - or join us virtually on Zoom
COST: $5.00 - EFTPOS or cash (FREE if on Zoom)
To book or for more information:
BOOK HERE: livingwellwithpapakurasda.co.nz...
EMAIL: hello@livingwellwithpapakurasda.co.nz
TEXT Kim: 021 209 5058

Join us in person at the Church Hall to sample the dishes we prepare, or participate from the comfort of your home via Zoom. We look forward to seeing you there!

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