Farmers Market cooking classes return this week
The Rockmart Farmers Market cooking classes are now back in session with festive winter dishes, and Polk’s youth are back to crafting healthy dishes out of locally grown produce.
The weekend class held on Saturday, Jan. 13 class saw the chefs working with a variety of meats and breads, and each meal was designed to taste even better during harsh, cold weather.
“The classes will focus on using the winter harvest to prepare delightful warm, winter recipes,” Rockmart Farmers Market Executive Director Shonna Kirkpatrick said. “The kids will be preparing several dishes including soup and a warm salad. Taking healthy ingredients form the farmers market to create kid friendly recipes.”
Jan. 16 will mark the beginning of the second 6- week cooking course t hat will t ake youth through the ins and outs of cooking one day per week. Whether it be knife skills, hygiene rules, or recipe crafting, the course promises to teach entrants something new.
Signups for the 6-week course are full, but fu- ture cooks can keep a look out for future classes by visiting http://www. rock mart farmers market. com/upcoming-classes.
Those interested in getting a taste of fresh, local produce can visit the Rockmart Farmers Market every Thursday from 2 through 6 p.m. yearround.
The market comes back from their winter break this week, weather permitting.
Market sellers and officials would like to extend gratitude to Floyd Medical Center who has agreed to sponsor the weekly markets, cooking classes, and much more.