Campus Recreation
Nutrition Classes + Events
Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a kitchen novice, our cooking classes offer a delightful experience for everyone! Open to all students, faculty, staff and guests, our hands-on sessions are designed to be both enjoyable and educational.
Classes take place in the Tiger Food Lab teaching kitchen, located inside the Student Wellness Center.
Why Attend?
- Discover new recipes to impress your family and friends.
- Unleash your creativity in the kitchen.
- Enjoy a fun and interactive cooking experience.
- Enjoy delicious, soul-warming food.
- Enjoy time with friends, or meet new ones!
Spring 2026 Cooking Classes
Click on the Register button below for additional details and to register.
Lunch Classes
Select Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- February 13: Spring Risotto
- February 27: Air Fryer Falafel and Tabbouleh (Student Wellness Center)
- March 20: Grilled Pizza (Sports Complex)
- April 3: Crispy Chicken Sandwiches (Student Wellness Center)
- April 10: Grilled Turkey Burgers (Sports Complex)
- April 17: Grilled XIXO Kebabs (Sports Complex)
Family Dinner Classes
Select Thursdays, 5-6 p.m. (Children age 8+ welcome with accompanying adult.)
- April 23: White Lasagna (Student Wellness Center)
We are unable to offer refunds for cancellations after class registration closes.
For more information:
Melissa Petersen
Assistant Director, Nutrition Programming & Operations
mptersen@memphis.edu