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SUMMARY:Food for Thought: Korean Cooking
DESCRIPTION:NJCH is proud to support Piscataway Public Library’s “Food for Thought\,” a series of events exploring the cultural and historical significance of food in our lives\, through an Action Grant. \n— \nTaste of Korea: Korean Cuisine\, Full of Wisdom and Nature \nIn this event\, participants will learn about the health benefits of Korean food\, and two dishes will be demonstrated. After the demonstration\, a home-cooked full Korean meal with a traditional table setting in Bangjja bronzeware will be served\, and a short film on Korean culture will be screened. In addition\, recipes and complimentary other books on Korean history and culture will be distributed. \nThis event is part of our Food for Thought event series. \nThe Food for Thought project was made possible by a grant from the New Jersey Council for the Humanities\, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this event do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or the New Jersey Council for the Humanities. \nRegistration through the library is required at https://piscataway.librarycalendar.com/events/list?keywords=food%20for%20thought.
URL:https://njhumanities.org/event/food-for-thought-korean-cooking/
LOCATION:Piscataway Public Library – Kennedy Branch\, 500 Hoes Ln\, Piscataway\, NJ\, 08854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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SUMMARY:Food for Thought: Indian Cooking - Paranthas
DESCRIPTION:NJCH is proud to support Piscataway Public Library’s “Food for Thought\,” a series of events exploring the cultural and historical significance of food in our lives\, through an Action Grant. \n— \nThis event will educate participants about fresh Indian paranthas. They will also learn to cook these delicacies that are easy-to-make\, nutritious and delicious to eat! Paranthas can be eaten for breakfast\, lunch or dinner or simply with a cup of chai as a snack. Participants will learn about different flours\, spices\, and how to make tasty fillers so you can create your very own favorite paranthas! Please bring a rolling pin. \nThis event is part of our Food for Thought event series. \nThe Food for Thought project was made possible by a grant from the New Jersey Council for the Humanities\, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this event do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or the New Jersey Council for the Humanities. \nRegistration through the library is required at https://piscataway.librarycalendar.com/events/list?keywords=food%20for%20thought.
URL:https://njhumanities.org/event/food-for-thought-indian-cooking-paranthas/
LOCATION:Piscataway Public Library – Kennedy Branch\, 500 Hoes Ln\, Piscataway\, NJ\, 08854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T183000
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SUMMARY:Food for Thought: International Inspiration
DESCRIPTION:NJCH is proud to support Piscataway Public Library’s “Food for Thought\,” a series of events exploring the cultural and historical significance of food in our lives\, through an Action Grant. \n— \nJoin us as Chef Sank of Eat Krave Love demonstrates internationally inspired dishes while bringing cultures together through her cooking. Chef Sank\, a cancer survivor\, will cook two dishes using natural\, healthy ingredients. Samples of fusion dishes will be provided. \nRegistration for this event is required via the library website. \nAbout Chef Sank\nWhen I was young I was told it is a woman’s place to be in the kitchen. Ironically\, at the time\, the majority of the top chefs in the world were all men. Though\, I had always wanted to pursue my passion of cooking\, I was told that was not a real career for a woman\, just a job we did. It took me 16 years in the medical field\, to realize how many lives I could change by cooking. I now make it my mission to help people understand and care about what they put in their bodies\, while bringing cultures and cuisines together in the process. Although women have come a long way in terms of rights\, we have a long way to go. I feel the best way of getting us the equality we deserve in the world and especially the workplace is by lifting each other up and supporting one another to follow our passions. We will make greater strides in making a difference in the world with the love and encouragement from other female entrepreneurs. Bringing inventive fusion cuisine to your special event using the freshest ingredients and taking you on a flavorful and healthy adventure. \nThe Food for Thought project was made possible by a grant from the New Jersey Council for the Humanities\, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this event do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or the New Jersey Council for the Humanities.
URL:https://njhumanities.org/event/food-for-thought-international-inspiration/
LOCATION:Piscataway Public Library – Kennedy Branch\, 500 Hoes Ln\, Piscataway\, NJ\, 08854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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SUMMARY:Food For Thought: Condiments\, Dehydrating & More
DESCRIPTION:NJCH is proud to support Piscataway Public Library’s “Food for Thought\,” a series of events exploring the cultural and historical significance of food in our lives\, through an Action Grant. \n— \nThis class will wrap it all up: learn how to make your own condiments and how to dehydrate fruit for snacks or fancy drinks. July is just the start of the produce season in New Jersey — we’ll get you started with recipes and demonstrate the equipment you’ll need for a successful season of canning!  Join Library staff to learn the basics! \nRegistration is required for this event via the library website. \nThe Food for Thought project was made possible by a grant from the New Jersey Council for the Humanities\, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this event do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or the New Jersey Council for the Humanities.
URL:https://njhumanities.org/event/food-for-thought-condiments-dehydrating-amp-more/
LOCATION:Piscataway Public Library – Kennedy Branch\, 500 Hoes Ln\, Piscataway\, NJ\, 08854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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SUMMARY:Food for Thought: Preserving Fruit
DESCRIPTION:NJCH is proud to support Piscataway Public Library’s “Food for Thought\,” a series of events exploring the cultural and historical significance of food in our lives\, through an Action Grant. \n— \nDo you love eating seasonally? Want to learn how to make the local fruit season last all year? Join Library staff to learn the basics! In this class\, you’ll learn how to preserve fresh fruit as jams and jellies (and more). July is just the start of the produce season in New Jersey — we’ll get you started with recipes and demonstrate the equipment you’ll need for a successful season of canning! \nRegistration is required via the library website. \nThe Food for Thought project was made possible by a grant from the New Jersey Council for the Humanities\, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this event do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or the New Jersey Council for the Humanities.
URL:https://njhumanities.org/event/food-for-thought-preserving-fruit/
LOCATION:Piscataway Public Library – Kennedy Branch\, 500 Hoes Ln\, Piscataway\, NJ\, 08854\, United States
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SUMMARY:Food for Thought: Pickling
DESCRIPTION:NJCH is proud to support Piscataway Public Library’s “Food for Thought\,” a series of events exploring the cultural and historical significance of food in our lives\, through an Action Grant. \n— \nLove pickles? Want to make your own? Join Library staff to learn the basics! \nAre you wondering what to do with all of those cucumbers from your backyard garden? Are your neighbors hiding when you ring their doorbell with another gift of zucchini? In this class\, you’ll learn how to pickle fresh vegetables (and more). \nJuly is just the start of the produce season in New Jersey – we’ll get you started with recipes and demonstrate the equipment you’ll need for a successful season of canning! \nThe Food for Thought project was made possible by a grant from the New Jersey Council for the Humanities\, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this event do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or the New Jersey Council for the Humanities. \nRegistration through the library is required at https://piscataway.librarycalendar.com/events/list?keywords=food%20for%20thought.
URL:https://njhumanities.org/event/food-for-thought-pickling/
LOCATION:Piscataway Public Library – Kennedy Branch\, 500 Hoes Ln\, Piscataway\, NJ\, 08854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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SUMMARY:Food for Thought: Filipino Cooking
DESCRIPTION:NJCH is proud to support Piscataway Public Library’s “Food for Thought\,” a series of events exploring the cultural and historical significance of food in our lives\, through an Action Grant. \n— \nCelebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with Chef Maricel Gentile! \nJoin us for a special cooking demonstration and cultural talk with Chef Maricel Gentile in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Chef Maricel will showcase the art of making pancit\, a beloved Filipino noodle dish that holds deep cultural significance. She will share insights into what makes Filipino cuisine unique\, why pancit is central to Filipino food culture\, and the traditions that bring people together around the table. \nAttendees will not only learn how to prepare this iconic dish but will also get to sample authentic Filipino pancit\, freshly made by Chef Maricel. \nAbout Chef Maricel Gentile \nChef Maricel Gentile is the chef and owner of Maricel’s Kitchen in East Brunswick\, NJ\, a culinary destination specializing in Filipino and Asian cuisines. Known for her engaging cooking classes and Chef’s Table dinners\, she has been featured on Food Network\, PBS\, and Hulu\, serves as a Chef Ambassador for K-Seafood\, and is a cookbook author with her newly released Maricel’s Simply Asian Cookbook. Born and raised in Manila\, Maricel’s passion for food was nurtured in her Lola’s kitchen\, and she has made it her mission to share the flavors\, stories\, and traditions of Filipino cuisine with the world. \nThis event is part of our Food for Thought event series. \nThe Food for Thought project was made possible by a grant from the New Jersey Council for the Humanities\, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this event do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or the New Jersey Council for the Humanities. \nRegistration through the library is required at https://piscataway.librarycalendar.com/events/list?keywords=food%20for%20thought.
URL:https://njhumanities.org/event/food-for-thought-filipino-cooking/
LOCATION:Piscataway Public Library – Kennedy Branch\, 500 Hoes Ln\, Piscataway\, NJ\, 08854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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SUMMARY:Food for Thought: Endangered Eating - Heirloom Cider Apples
DESCRIPTION:NJCH is proud to support Piscataway Public Library’s “Food for Thought\,” a series of events exploring the cultural and historical significance of food in our lives\, through an Action Grant. \n— \nJoin author Sarah Lohman to hear about her book Endangered Eating\, with a special focus on her heirloom cider apples chapter. Lohman’s research for Endangered Eating brought her to New Jersey’s own Ironbound Farm and Ciderhouse. \nApples have been called the country’s “most endangered food.” Currently\, 86% of apple varieties grown in the US have vanished\, and four out of five are on the brink of extinction. But thanks to the hard cider revival\, rare apples are being saved. In this class\, we’ll cover the history of apples and hard cider in America\, and trace the stories of three revived rare apples. \nThis event is part of our Food for Thought event series. \nThe Food for Thought project was made possible by a grant from the New Jersey Council for the Humanities\, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this event do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or the New Jersey Council for the Humanities. \nRegistration through the library is required at https://piscataway.librarycalendar.com/events/list?keywords=food%20for%20thought.
URL:https://njhumanities.org/event/food-for-thought-endangered-eating-heirloom-cider-apples/
LOCATION:Piscataway Public Library – Kennedy Branch\, 500 Hoes Ln\, Piscataway\, NJ\, 08854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T190000
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SUMMARY:Food for Thought: Book Discussion - Eight Flavors\, Endangered Eating
DESCRIPTION:NJCH is proud to support Piscataway Public Library’s “Food for Thought\,” a series of events exploring the cultural and historical significance of food in our lives\, through an Action Grant. \n— \nJoin Library staff to discuss Sarah Lohman’s works\, Eight Flavors and Endangered Eating. Feel free to read one book\, or both books – finishing the book is not required to join the conversation! Sarah Lohman will be visiting Piscataway Public Library at the end of April\, offering a workshop on recipe writing and a book talk and signing focused on her more recent book\, Endangered Eating. \nEight Flavors: The United States boasts a culturally and ethnically diverse population that makes for a continually changing culinary landscape. But a young historical gastronomist named Sarah Lohman discovered that American food is united by eight flavors: black pepper\, vanilla\, curry powder\, chili powder\, soy sauce\, garlic\, MSG\, and Sriracha. \nIn “a unique and surprising view of American history…richly researched\, intriguing\, and elegantly written” (The Atlantic)\, Lohman sets out to explore how these influential ingredients made their way to the American table. \nEndangered Eating: In Endangered Eating\, Lohman draws inspiration from the Ark of Taste\, a list compiled by Slow Food International that catalogues important regional foods. Lohman travels the country learning about the distinct ingredients at risk of being lost. Readers follow Lohman to Hawaii\, as she walks alongside farmers to learn the stories behind heirloom sugarcane. In the Navajo Nation\, she assists in the traditional butchering of a Navajo Churro ram. Lohman heads to the Upper Midwest\, to harvest wild rice; to the Pacific Northwest\, to spend a day wild salmon reef net fishing; to the Gulf Coast\, to devour gumbo made thick and green with filé powder; and to the Lowcountry of South Carolina\, to taste America’s oldest peanut—long thought to be extinct. \nLohman learns from those who love these rare ingredients: shepherds\, fishers\, and farmers; scientists\, historians\, and activists. And she tries her hand at raising these crops and preparing these dishes. Each chapter includes two recipes\, so readers can be a part of saving these ingredients by purchasing and preparing them. \nThe Food for Thought project was made possible by a grant from the New Jersey Council for the Humanities\, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this event do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or the New Jersey Council for the Humanities. \nRegistration through the library is required at https://piscataway.librarycalendar.com/events/list?keywords=food%20for%20thought.
URL:https://njhumanities.org/event/food-for-thought-book-discussion-eight-flavors-endangered-eating/
LOCATION:Piscataway Public Library – Kennedy Branch\, 500 Hoes Ln\, Piscataway\, NJ\, 08854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grantee Event
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