Cook Well. Eat Well. Live Well.
The Samford Wellness Kitchen offers classes to the Birmingham community. Run by Samford’s Department of Nutrition and Dietetics in the School of Public Health, participants will learn from registered dietitians and chefs, garnering skills and knowledge that will help them prepare healthy and delicious meals.
All classes take place in the College of Health Science’s Food Production Labs, which were formerly the Southern Living Test Kitchens. A participant notebook with all recipes and nutrition information is provided for reference.
If you do not see a class that you were expecting to be available check back soon as classes are added as they become available. You can also reach us by email.
The mission of Samford Wellness Kitchen is to offer hands-on culinary nutrition classes, with a focus on ‘Food is Medicine’, for community members (adults/teens), Samford students and employees.
Community Cooking Classes
Participants will receive training in basic culinary techniques, learn about key nutrients and enjoy sharing a meal together at the end of class. Classes are open to adults 17+ in the greater Birmingham community and limited to 16 participants.
Join us for a hands‑on culinary class where you'll learn to create fresh pasta from scratch and transform it into a vibrant, seasonal dish. The menu includes whole wheat pasta with kale pesto, summer squash, white beans, tomatoes and Italian almond cake. Open to adults ages 17+.
Join us for a hands‑on culinary class where you'll learn introductory knife skills and cooking techniques for everyday use. The menu includes spiced pork chops, roasted sweet potatoes, lemony green beans, carmelized onions and almond butter brownies. Open to adults ages 17+.
Instructors and Educators
