Food as Medicine Events and Classes

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Culinary Medicine Events

john and carrie hayden community learning kitchen Join us in the new John & Carrie Hayden Community Learning Kitchen, the region’s first Academic Community Learning Kitchen, a 1,409-square-foot kitchen featuring five hands-on cooking stations designed for learning by doing. Bright and spacious, the Learning Kitchen features individual cooking stations designed for hands-on learning, with generous countertops and seating around a central bar that encourages conversation and connection. Led by Chef Stephanie White, EdD, a chef, educator and researcher, the Culinary Medicine Program translates nutrition science into real-world skills. Classes make healthy eating practical, enjoyable, and empowering.

John & Carrie Hayden Community Learning Kitchen Location

The John & Carrie Hayden Community Learning Kitchen in the Osher Wellness Suite is on the 5^th Floor of the Blood Cancer Healing Center (3232 Healing Way, Cincinnati, OH 45229) with free, on-site parking available in the attached garage. If entering from the parking garage, head straight back past the registration desk to the elevators (on your left). Take the elevators to level 5. Once off the elevators, enter through the double doors and head straight back to the Learning Kitchen. Note: Bus stop (lines 51, 46, 36) available in front of the building (3229 Burnet Ave, Cincinnati OH 45229).

Upcoming Culinary Classes | Be the first to experience the community learning kitchen!

Enjoy reduced-rate programming in March plus, anyone who registers for a learning kitchen class in March & April will be entered to win a Vitamix 7500 G Blender!

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Culinary Medicine for Everyday Eating | Wednesday, March 11, 2026, from 6 - 8 p.m.

Dive into the world of culinary medicine with this hands-on class that brings evidence-based practices to life in the kitchen! We will explore the role of anti-inflammatory foods in our diet and overall health, and you will get practical tips for integrating anti-inflammatory ingredients into your weekly routine.
Instructed by: Mladen Golubic, MD, PhD, Osher Medical Director, Chef Stephanie White, EdD, Osher Culinary Medicine Director
Cost: $100 includes an evidence-based presentation, learning kitchen experience, and healthy meal. Register via the Osher Registration System. First time logging in or need assistance? View the Osher Registration System Guide.

Powered by Plants: Whole Foods Cooking | Wednesday, March 18, 2026 from 6 - 8 p.m.

Discover the delicious and nourishing world of plant-based, whole foods! We will explore evidence-based reasons to incorporate more whole grains into your diet and put theory into practice. Whether you’re looking to expand your repertoire or are new to vegetable cookery, you’ll gain hands-on experience while preparing a meal to enjoy at the end of class.
Instructed by: Mladen Golubic, MD, PhD, Osher Medical Director, Chef Stephanie White, EdD, Osher Culinary Medicine Director
Cost: $100 includes an evidence-based presentation, learning kitchen experience, and health meal. Register via the Osher Registration System. First time logging in or need assistance? View the Osher Registration System Guide.

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Pause & Plate: Cultivating Mindfulness through Food | Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from noon to 1:30 p.m.

Join us for a hands-on session exploring mindful cooking and eating, while preparing a delicious, nourishing meal with fresh ingredients, paying close attention to the process and our senses before sitting down to enjoy it. This class is perfect for anyone looking to reduce stress, eat more intuitively, and reconnect with the joy of cooking and eating.
Instructed by: Chef Stephanie White, EdD, Osher Culinary Medicine Director
Cost: $50 includes an evidence-based presentation, learning kitchen experience, and healthy meal. Register via the Osher Registration System. First time logging in or need assistance? View the Osher Registration System Guide.

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Eating Well on a Budget | Tuesday, March 31, 2026, from noon – 1:30 p.m.

Discover how to eat well and spend less in this hands-on workshop exploring how to plan balanced meals, shop strategically, and cook efficiently—all while keeping your grocery bill in check. Learn to turn simple, affordable ingredients into satisfying dishes, avoid food waste, and build confidence in the kitchen. This session is ideal for anyone who wants to enjoy healthy, tasty meals on a budget.
Instructed by: Chef Stephanie White, EdD, Osher Culinary Medicine Director
Cost: $50 includes an evidence-based presentation, learning kitchen experience, and healthy meal. Register via the Osher Registration System. First time logging in or need assistance? View the Osher Registration System Guide.

Collaborative Teaching Kitchen Events around Cincinnati

The Osher Center partners with Teaching Kitchens around Cincinnati to offer experiential learning opportunities focused on food as medicine for patients, students, and the community to learn from our physicians and cook a healthy meal.

Turner Farm Teaching Kitchen events occur in Indian Hill, Ohio. Past events have included Optimizing Your Brain Health through Farm Fresh Foods (Mladen Golubic, MD, PhD), Cooking for Cancer Prevention & Recurrence (Mladen Golubic, MD, PhD), and Preventing Cancer through Healthy Choices: A Scientific Approach (Rekha Chaudhary, MD).
The Food as Medicine Series at the Cr(EAT)e Culinary Studio at the Cincinnati Museum Center has featured topics such as Cooking for Gut Health (Lauri Nandyal, MD)

Save the Date for Upcoming Teaching Kitchen Events

5/26/2026: Food & Blue Zones with Jinda Bowerman, DNP, at the Barn Studio at Turner Farm
7/14/2026: Food & Cardiovascular Health with Florence Rothenberg, MD, at the Barn Studio at Turner Farm

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UC Health Thrive & Be Well UC Points

UC Health Associates

UC Health associates are eligible for up to 200 THRIVE points per month for attending Integrative Medicine classes/events. How to redeem points in the THRIVE app: click on “Rewards.” Scroll down to “Integrative Medicine.” Fill in all required fields and upload proof (registration confirmation, etc.) then click “submit.”

Be Well UC - UC Faculty/Staff

Eligible faculty and staff can earn 1,000+ Be Well UC points in the Personify Health portal with UC’s employee wellness program for attending offerings with the Osher Center for Integrative Health, and earn up to $300 every calendar year. Get started by creating an account or logging in, click the “Home” icon near the top, then, click “Rewards”. Scroll (or search) to the “Participation” category. Click “Attend a UC sponsored event”. Fill out a brief form and submit!