LEARN TO HEAL YOUR BODY NATURALLY
Vegan. Raw. Gluten-free.
- Are you a raw and vegan food newbie who wants to learn how to cook healthy?
- Are you looking to expand your gluten-free menu?
- Are you a long-time raw and vegan foodie in search for new recipes to try?
- Do you want to learn the secret benefits of Ayurvedic Indian spices and how to use them to make your meals healthier and tastier?
Our vegan cooking classes can teach you all that.
Details
- Learn 3 recipes per class. Instructions handout included. No prior experience required.
- Price: $50/person. All classes held at Arya Bhavan restaurant.
- Registration required. No walk-ins. 48-hour notice needed for cancellations.
Looking for a private cooking class for 2 people or more? Contact us at aryabhavan@aol.com
Your Teacher
Vegan by birth, Chef Kirti is the heart of Arya Bhavan. She has always had a big passion for healthy cooking and has made it her mission to teach others how to make food that is good for the body, the mind, and the soul.
Testimonials
“Doctor recommended”
“As a medical doctor I am familiar with chronic illnesses and their link with diet and nutrition. I treat obesity, heart disease, and diabetes mellitus in the hospital and in the clinic every day. The best recommendation we can offer is always prevention. In fact, the earliest intervention I often offer is lifestyle modification. Eating healthy food and getting proper nutrition is key, but having knowledge of food and culinary expertise is important to prepare tasty and healthy food. Fortunately, I discovered cooking classes at Arya Bhavan! Since I have been eating Kirti’s delicious meals, I FEEL healthier and have more energy.”
Alberto Degiovanni, M.D.
“All I can say is WOW”
“I was absolutely blown away by the experience. Kirti has such a warm, positive spirit and energy! She’s the real deal! She taught us so many of her “secrets” learned from years of cooking her delicious food at Arya Bhavan. I cannot wait to test out my new authentic Indian recipes equipped with the knowledge Kirti gave us. Oh and I left completely stuffed too!”
Elizabeth
Upcoming Classes
DATE: SUNDAY, MARCH 8 | 9:30-11:30AM
Spices & Herbs For Your Belly and Your Hair!
This is a slightly different class where we go in the kitchen and beyond! Explore the powerful benefit of spices and herbs through a staple Indian entree, a useful base ingredient for many dishes, and the secret recipe to make your own, all-natural hair product.
- Thai Chili Garlic Paste: a versatile ingredient you can put in your vegetables and lentils dishes to add a ton of flavor and get the powerful health benefits of thai chili and garlic
- Bhindi Masala: a recipe that teaches you how to make the most of the nutritious okra
- Homemade Leave-in Hair Mask: this is not an edible dish but it will do wonders for your hair! A natural product with coconut oil and herbs that helps your hair grow and regain its strength and luminosity (while smelling great!)
DATE: SUNDAY, MARCH 22 | 9:30-11:30AM
Cooking with Indian Masala
Learn to master healthy cooking with masala, a super spice mix that is a staple of Indian cuisine. One of our most popular classes!
- Masala Dosa: thin crepe you can stuff with spiced potatoes and onions, with a side of chutni
- Chana Masala: a chickpeas-based, high-protein Indian dish and Arya Bhavan favorite
- Masala Tea: Indian spice tea
DATE: SUNDAY, APRIL 5 | 9:30-11:30AM
Indian Lentils Dishes
A versatile and nutritious ingredient, lentils are a huge part of Indian cuisine. In this class, you will learn how to cook with lentils to make dishes that are rich in fiber and protein:
- Yellow Lentils Soup: classic Indian soup with ginger, garlic, cumin, tomato and onion
- Utta Pam (has gluten): lentil and rice pancake with fresh vegetables and chutney
- Arya Bhavan’s black lentils dish
DATE: SUNDAY, MAY 3 | 9:30-11:30AM
Indian Veggie Feast 1
Yes, vegetables are good for you and should be a BIG part of your diet. But how do you keep your vegetables dishes varied? Our Veggie Feast classes are a good start! Learn how to make 3 tasty vegetable dishes that will satisfy your taste buds, your belly, and your health:
- Indo-Chinese Soup: a hot & sour tasty treat
- Indian Spinach & Eggplant Dish: flavored with Indian spices
- Tindora: a popular Indian dish based on its name-sake green vegetable and flavored with Ayurvedic spices
DATE: SUNDAY, MAY 17 | 9:30-11:30AM
Indian Veggie Feast 2
Yes, vegetables are good for you and should be a BIG part of your diet. But how do you keep your vegetables dishes varied? Learn how to make 3 tasty vegetable dishes that will satisfy your taste buds, your belly, and your health. NOTE: Veggie Feast 1 is NOT a requirement for this class. The two classes are independent from each other.
- Indian Vegetable Drumsticks: an anti-bacterial and detoxifying vegetable cooked with chickpea flour; the moringa vegetable contains all the vitamins, minerals and 18 of the 20 amino acids the human body needs
- Indian Green Beans & Eggplant Dish: flavored with Indian spices
- Chinese Okra: a great source of essential nutrients like vitamin A, potassium, manganese and fiber
DATE: SUNDAY, JUNE 7 | 9:30-11:30AM
Protein Rich Dishes for Vegans
Who says vegans can’t get enough protein? These dishes will help you get your needed dose of daily protein.
- Dal Fry: popular Indian lentils dish
- Chef Kirti’s Black Chickpeas Recipe
- Dried Apricots Protein Bar: a much healthier alternative to store-bought snack bars
DATE: SUNDAY, JUNE 21 | 9:30-11:30AM
Cook Healthy with Organic Fenugreek
Learn the main health benefits of organic Fenugreek, how to grow it in your home all year long and how to make 3 gluten-free recipes that have Fenugreek as their main ingredient:
- Fenugreek Pancakes
- Fenugreek Bread
- A Steam-Cooked Fenugreek Dish
Register For Classes
Please note: Cancellations are accepted up to 48 hours before the start of the class.
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Dine In Hours
Mon: 6:00 - 9:30pm
Tue: CLOSED
Wed-Fri: 5:00 - 9:30pm
Sat-Sun: 12:00 - 9:30pm
VEGAN BUFFET
Saturday Only | 12:00 - 6:00pm
After 6:00pm | a la carte menu
Delivery & Takeout Hours
Mon & Wed-Fri: 5:00 - 9:00pm
Tue: CLOSED
Sat-Sun: 12:00 - 9:00pm
DELIVERY AREA
North: Evanston & Skokie ($35 min. for Skokie)
West: Cicero Avenue ($20 min.)
South: Armitage Avenue ($20 min.)
East: Lake Michigan ($20 min.)
Established in 1998, Arya Bhavan is one of the top vegan and gluten-free restaurants in Chicago, also offering a growing selection of raw dishes.
Our menu has been designed for health-conscious Chicagoans who want to enjoy authentic Indian and fusion cuisine without having to sacrifice the desire (and need) for healthy vegan, gluten-free, and raw food.
Our dishes are made with healthy ingredients and feature a careful balance of necessary nutrients for mind/body wellness.
CONTACTS
2508 West Devon Avenue
Chicago, IL 60659
773.274.5800
aryabhavan@aol.com