A Taste of African Heritage
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Each class includes nutrition and historical lessons, cooking demonstrations, and discussion on traditional foods from Africa. Lessons are on herbs and spices, greens, whole grains, beans and rice, tubers and stew, and fruits and vegetables.
Virtual and in-person options are available.
Teacher Guide = $30
Student Handbook (15ct) = $200
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OldWays
Contact Sarah Anderson, Heritage Diets Curriculum Coordinator
phone: (617) 896-4880
email: mailto:[email protected]
Link:
https://oldwayspt.org/programs/african-heritage-health/atoah-community-cooking-classes
SNAP-Ed Toolkit link: https://snapedtoolkit.org/interventions/programs/a-taste-of-african-heritage/
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6 lessons
1 hour 45 minutes
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