Join Chef Olive as she inspires you to make the Raw Food choice.  In this class you will learn about cleansing with wonderful recipes to taste and take home, plus learn about her Raw Food Challenge.  With a weekly plan to follow and a mid week support session to help encourage your success, you will have an opportunity to stay motivated, taste recipes and talk about your achievements.

The mid week session will be on Thursday, January 10^th from 6-6:30pm, just before her Green Smoothie class.  

Price covers both the 3 hour class and the mid week session.  For more information on how to register for this event please contact Chef Olive at (407)923-9653 or register online at http://www.meetup.com/Central-Florida-Raw-Food-Connection/.  This event is not sponsored by Whole Foods Market.  If you are interested in renting our Lifestyle Center for a private event, please contact Lenning Lisboa at lenning.lisboa@wholefoods.com for more information.
 

Join Herbalist Emily as she discusses herbs that can help with physical cravings that come with dietary changes, and Flower Essences to help us stay on course and feel emotionally strong.  Bach Flower Essences have been used since the 1930s for emotional support and wellbeing.  She'll discuss seven individual flower essences and their role in motivation and support through your resolutions. 

New year, new you?  What better way to jump start a healthy new year than with a Vitamix?  For 5 DAYS ONLY we will be hosting Vitamix demonstrations in our Produce Department.  Purchase your Vitamix at Whole Foods Market and receive a coupon for $50 off, while supplies last.  Vitamix will only be in our store for five days, so be sure to check it out while you can.  Pick up some recipe ideas and free samples too!

We all have heard about the Green Smoothie Revolution and the benefits of drinking them. Join Chef Olive for a brief talk on Green Smoothies as she shows you how easy they are to make while you taste a couple of her favorites and learn why this Raw Food Chef  loves them so!

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Join us as we celebrate the first anniversary of our Whole Foods Market Bar.  The celebration begins with an anniversary toast where the first 100 customers will receive a commemorative Champagne Flute.  Then the party continues with live music, bar specials and a tap takeover by Cigar City Brewery.  The fun continues throughout the weekend with bar specials and tastings. 
 

Yoga is so much more than just physical poses that help growing bodies improve strength, flexibility and endurance. Sign up the kids to join the JCC’s very own Yoga Instructor Candace, as she teaches the little Young Yogis (ages 4 -12) the lessons or "petals" behind the poses. The eight petals of yoga encourage self-care, generosity of heart and action, kindness toward others and so much more.  Registration requires signed permission slip of parent/legal guardian.

 Ages 4-6 Register Online Here!

Ages 7-12 Register Online Here!

How you eat can help elevate your exerise. We'll share ideas, favorite recipes, and more. Follow #wfmdish on Twitter to join the conversation from 6pm - 7pm CST.

Find out what the Health Starts Here program is all about. Learn about the four pillars and how you can incorporate more nutrient-dense foods into your everyday life. Join Shannon our Healthy Eating Specialist as she leads the class and will showcase some fun and delicious recipes.  Advance registration is encouraged.

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Think you have what it takes to taste the difference between our Whole Trade® Bell Peppers?  Join us in the Produce Department as we put your taste buds to the test and see if your palate can detect the understated differences between a Red, Yellow, Green, or Orange Bell Pepper.

Making resolutions is a great way to feel empowered but it can also add a lot of pressure trying to adjust to the new promises. Join Shahnaz as she teaches you a more holistic approach to preparing easy meals that will fit in with your new resolution..

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Bell peppers are shaped perfectly for stuffing and can be used in everything from soup to pizza.  They are some of the most colorful features in the produce department plus they pack a nutritional punch!  Learn how to create diverse dishes using our Whole Trade® Bell Peppers that are not only delicious, but make you feel good about where they came from!  Join Chef Lenning as he teaches you several ways to roast your peppers regardless of what kind of kitchen equipment you have and whip up some great recipes to go with them.

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Lets’ start the New Year off right by joining Shannon Sherman our Healthy Eating Specialist as she guides you through The “Engine 2” 28 Day Challenge.  Rip Esselstyn’s “Engine 2” diet is a groundbreaking plan that aims to help you lose weight, lower cholesterol, reduce the risk of disease and become physically fit in just four weeks.  Individuals following the Engine 2 Plan, adopt a whole food, nutrient dense, Plant-Strong way of eating.  The Challenge begins at 6:30pm on  Wednesday January 23, 2013 and runs for 5 weeks through February 20, 2013.   Class is held in the Whole Foods Market Lifestyle Center at 6:30 pm. Please register for classes online, the cost of the 5 week program is $20 and will be donated to our local fire department.  Space is limited, advanced registration is recommended and provided for you online.

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Class Dates are as Follows:

Wednesday January 23, 2013

Wednesday January 30, 2013

Wednesday February 6, 2013

Wednesday February 13, 2013

Wednesday February 20, 2013

You've heard about "super foods" but what's behind all of the hype? Join us on Twitter from 6pm - 7pm CST to discuss just what super foods are, what they can do for you, and how to get more of them in your diet in tasy ways. Follow #wfmdish on Twitter to join the conversation.

Enjoy them raw, in smoothies, sautéed, dried, or even as a wrap.  Join Shannon our resident Healthy Eating Specialist for a trip through the many ways of enjoying those often underrated green veggies.

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It’s a new year and with that comes new savings from our Whole Deal® booklet.  Come join Chef Lenning as he shows you how easy it is to take those sale items and turn them into a delicious quick and simple meal that the family will think you spent hours on. Watch, Learn and Taste the Simplicity.

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From big game parties to comforting dinners and healthy soirees, winter is a great time for entertaining. Join us on Twitter from 6pm - 7pm CST to swap recipes, ideas, and more. Follow #wfmdish on Twitter to join the conversation.