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Wed, May 13 2026

2:00pm - 3:00pm

The Culinary Kitchens Teaching Kitchen

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Subjects

Culinary

Age Group

For adults

Presenter

Staff Culinary Kitchens

Registration

Full (waiting list)

Discover the science and art behind seasoning. Learn how salt, acid, heat, and aromatics work together to build balance and depth in every dish. For this program’s recipes and to see the Culinary Kitchens waiver, visit mymcpl.org/culinary/resources or see the link below. Registration required. Space is limited.

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Program Recipes and Waiver

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