February 2013

Fri
01
Engine 2 Diet 28-Day Challenge Kickoff
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Whole Foods Market Torrance
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Engine 2 Diet 28-Day Challenge Kickoff
Friday, February 1st
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Whole Foods Market Torrance, FREE

 

The Engine 2 Diet is a plan of action for following – and sticking to – a plant-strong lifestyle, created by former firefighter, Rip Esselstyn. Join us on this 28-Day Challenge to increase your overall energy and wellbeing. RSVP at: tor.events@wholefoods.com

Tue
05
Health Starts Here Lunch
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Prepared Foods
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Health Starts Here Lunch
Tuesday, February 5th
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Prepared Foods, $5.00
Thu
07
Health Starts Here Dinner Plate
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Torrance
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Health Starts Here Dinner Plate
Thursday, February 7th
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Torrance, $5

Join us for a healthy serving of three Health Starts Here salads, a healthy protien, and a drink for only $5!

Thu
07
Twitter Chat: Romancing the Food
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Online
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Twitter Chat: Romancing the Food
Thursday, February 7th
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Online, Free

Food and love just seem to go hand-in-hand. Join us from 6pm to 7pm CST as we talk about food that inspires love, showing your love through food, and all things Valentine's Day. Follow #wfmdish on Twitter to share your ideas and inspirations.

Sat
09
Love Your Body Demo Day
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Torrance
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Love Your Body Demo Day
Saturday, February 9th
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Torrance, FREE

 

Head over to our Whole Body department for samples of some of our favorite products. Need an idea  for the perfect Valentine’s gift? Our vendor gurus will show you how to pamper yourself—or your special someone, with all-natural bodycare products.

Tue
12
Health Starts Here Lunch
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Prepared Foods
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Health Starts Here Lunch
Tuesday, February 12th
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Prepared Foods, $5.00
Wed
13
Engine 2 Diet 28-Day Challenge Second Meeting
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Whole Foods Market Torrance
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Engine 2 Diet 28-Day Challenge Second Meeting
Wednesday, February 13th
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Whole Foods Market Torrance, FREE

 

Join us as we continue the 28-Day Challenge to increase your overall energy and wellbeing. RSVP at: tor.events@wholefoods.com

Thu
14
Health Starts Here Dinner Plate
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Torrance
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Health Starts Here Dinner Plate
Thursday, February 14th
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Torrance, $5

Join us for a healthy serving of three Health Starts Here salads, a healthy protien, and a drink for only $5!

Thu
14
Twitter Chat: Things We Love
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Online
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Twitter Chat: Things We Love
Thursday, February 14th
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Online, Free

Sunsets, butterfly kisses from a child, a perfectly sweet strawberry. There are so many things love in life. Join us on Twitter from 6pm to 7pm CST as we explore all of the things we love. Follow #wfmdish to share your thoughts. 

Sat
16
Local Producer Fair
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Torrance
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Local Producer Fair
Saturday, February 16th
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Torrance, Free

 

Our local vendors will be offering samples from some of our best products throughout the store in every department. Many of our vendors will have seasonal recipe suggestions for you.

Tue
19
Health Starts Here Lunch
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Prepared Foods
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Health Starts Here Lunch
Tuesday, February 19th
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Prepared Foods, $5.00
Wed
20
Sustainable Shellfish Cooking Class
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Torrance
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Sustainable Shellfish Cooking Class
Wednesday, February 20th
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Torrance, $10 donation per person benefiting the Whole Planet Foundation

 

Join our Seafood Team Leader Andrew as he teaches us the basics of cooking up shellfish. We will be teaching you how to steam mussels and clams, shuck oysters & create oyster shooters, and clean & prepare shrimp. Come to the class and see how easy cooking Seafood can be. RSVP by calling 310-257-8700 or at TOR.EVENTS@wholefoods.com  $10 donation benefiting the Whole Planet Foundation.

Thu
21
Health Starts Here Dinner Plate
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Torrance
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Health Starts Here Dinner Plate
Thursday, February 21st
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Torrance, $5

Join us for a healthy serving of three Health Starts Here salads, a healthy protien, and a drink for only $5!

Thu
21
Twitter Chat: Food and Film
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Online
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Twitter Chat: Food and Film
Thursday, February 21st
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Online, Free

Join us for a virtual dinner as we talk about the movies. We'll chat about our favorite food moments in film and share recipes inspired by films. Follow #wfmdish on Twitter from 6pm - 7pm CST to join the conversation.

Fri
22
Cheese Burger BBQ benefiting the Whole Planet Foundation
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Torrance
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Cheese Burger BBQ benefiting the Whole Planet Foundation
Friday, February 22nd
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Torrance, $5 donation benefiting Whole Planet Foundation

 

We’re BBQing up tasty cheese burgers in front our store!  $5 gets you a cheeseburger, chips, and a drink… You can’t beat that! And it supports the Whole Planet Foundation's efforts to end poverty here in the USA and in developing nations around the world. Learn more here: www.wholeplanetfoundation.org 

Sat
23
Cheese Burger BBQ benefiting the Whole Planet Foundation
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Torrance
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Cheese Burger BBQ benefiting the Whole Planet Foundation
Saturday, February 23rd
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Torrance, $5 donation benefiting Whole Planet Foundation

 

We’re BBQing up tasty cheese burgers in front our store!  $5 gets you a cheeseburger, chips, and a drink… You can’t beat that! And it supports the Whole Planet Foundation's efforts to end poverty here in the USA and in developing nations around the world. Learn more here: www.wholeplanetfoundation.org 

Sat
23
Kids Club Sushi Rolling Class
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Torrance
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Kids Club Sushi Rolling Class
Saturday, February 23rd
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Torrance, $5 donation benefiting Whole Planet Foundation

 

 

Learn the traditions of sushi, its history, and its place in Japanese cuisine, as well as the variety of rolls, ingredients, and techniques used in this time honored tradition. RSVP today by calling 310-257-8700 and asking for Marketing, or email: TOR.EVENTS@wholefoods.com

Sun
24
Cheese Burger BBQ benefiting the Whole Planet Foundation
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Torrance
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Cheese Burger BBQ benefiting the Whole Planet Foundation
Sunday, February 24th
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Torrance, $5 donation benefiting Whole Planet Foundation

 

We’re BBQing up tasty cheese burgers in front our store!  $5 gets you a cheeseburger, chips, and a drink… You can’t beat that! And it supports the Whole Planet Foundation's efforts to end poverty here in the USA and in developing nations around the world. Learn more here: www.wholeplanetfoundation.org 

Tue
26
Health Starts Here Lunch
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Prepared Foods
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Health Starts Here Lunch
Tuesday, February 26th
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Prepared Foods, $5.00
Wed
27
Dinner and a Movie: To Catch A Dollar
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Torrance
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Dinner and a Movie: To Catch A Dollar
Wednesday, February 27th
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Torrance, $5 donation benefiting Whole Planet Foundation

 

Join us for a screening of To Catch a Dollar. The film follows Nobel Peace Prize winner Professor Yunus as he brings his unique and revolutionary microfinance to the US. First stop, Queens, New York. We will be serving a plant centered Health Starts Here dinner before the film begins. RSVP by calling 310-257-8700 or at TOR.EVENTS@wholefoods.com  $5 donation benefiting the Whole Planet Foundation.

Thu
28
Health Starts Here Dinner Plate
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Torrance
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Health Starts Here Dinner Plate
Thursday, February 28th
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Torrance, $5

Join us for a healthy serving of three Health Starts Here salads, a healthy protien, and a drink for only $5!

Events At Nearby Stores

Health Starts Here Cooking Classes
Thursday, May 23rd
12:00 AM
Taqueria Eating Area, FREE* (*Health Starts Here Buffet $5)

Thursdays in May, start times vary, see below for details!

 

Each Thursday during the month of May, Gerrie Adams, Healthy Eating Specialist, will showcase reipes, tips and tricks to helping people achieve their goal of becoming healthier. All dishes featured will be made with nutrient-dense, plant-strong, low-sodium, oil-free and whole grain ingredients. Come learn how to make delicious dishes following the Health Starts Here program. Recipes and smaples are provided with this class. The featured recipe for each week will be:

 

May 2nd: Homemade Whole Wheat Vegetable Pot Stickers/Dumplings 6-7:30pm

May 9th: Health Starts Here 5 for $5 5:30-7:30 pm

May 16th: "My Beef With Meat"- Engine 2 Book Recipe Demonstration 6-7:30pm

May 23rd: Homemade Whole Wheat Baked Indian Samosas 6-7:30pm

May 30th: Yam Good Dishes- Recipes using yams and sweet potatoes 6-7:30pm

Thursdays in May, start times vary, see below for details!

 

Miss Vegucation, Kacy Franzen (3 Part Series)
Thursday, May 23rd
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Whole Foods Market, 3rd & Fairfax, Free

A Day In The Life of a Lazy Busy Vegan:  Easy Recipes for People Who Don’t Like to Cook!

 

A three-part series, each class will feature:

 

Breakfast- A smoothie recipe to get the day started with superfoods and energy!

Lunch- A salad recipe to get those greens, veggies, and flavor!

Dinner- A hearty recipe that is delicious and will help keep you full and satisfied until breakfast the next morning!

 

For more information on the chef, visit www.MissVegucation.com

A Day In The Life of a Lazy Busy Vegan:  Easy Recipes for People Who Don’t Like to Cook!

 

A three-part series, each class will feature:

Eat Cute with Alexandra Catalano
Thursday, May 23rd
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Smokehouse , FREE

 

Alexandra Catalano is a certified health consultant, keynote speaker, nutritionista and owner of Eat Cute, a company that provides college students and graduates with nutritional counseling, diet and exercise plans, cute eats, eco-chic tips and a whole lot of love !



Alexandra is a graduate of The Annenberg School of Communication and Journalism from The University of Southern California and The Institute of Integrative Nutrition. 



She is also the author of From Beer Bongs To Broccoli- The College Kid's Guide To Health and Wellness, a humorous tart tongued guide to helping college students look and feel their best while making a difference.

 

Cooking Class with Alexandra Catalano
Free in the Smokehouse
RSVP today sptrz-marketing@wholefoods.com