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About
An amazing community resource
Conveniently located at East Madison Hospital near the intersection of I-90 and Hwy. 151, The Learning Kitchen is the place to be to learn about practical life skills in cooking, meal planning, shopping for meals, mindfulness and beyond to prevent and manage chronic disease as well as enhance wellbeing. Our experienced team of chefs, dietitians and health coaches are here to support your journey. Working with experts across many fields will provide you with a well-rounded and complete experience.
If you’re new to The Learning Kitchen, you might think eating healthier costs too much or takes too much time. That’s why we offer techniques at mealtime to fit every budget, lifestyle and background. Our whole-person health approach considers what matters most to our patients and community, so you can develop valuable skills that last.
In addition to culinary skills and lifestyle education, learners benefit from the community setting of The Learning Kitchen. Food is more than nutrition. It is tradition, memories and connection. We hope to see you soon in our Learning Kitchen community.
Class offerings
Join us for wide-ranging classes
Whether you're wanting to learn about knife skills and cooking methods or recipes to help you manage specific medical conditions, The Learning Kitchen has extensive class offerings tailored to meet your culinary and nutrition education needs.
Please email the Learning Kitchen at culinarymedicine@uwhealth.org with any questions you have regarding our class offerings.
Cooking classes
Featured class
Herbs 101 Workshop
Friday, September 19 | 1–2:30 p.m.
Join Chef Taylor Johnson and Registered Dietitian Mackenzie Burke for an interactive workshop on culinary herbs! Learn about popular herbs used in cooking, flavorful herb combinations and the many nutritional benefits they provide. A participatory cooking demonstration will show how to clean, prepare, cook with and preserve fresh herbs. Each attendee will take home a bundle of herbs from the East Madison Hospital Rooftop Garden to use at home. Learn more and register
Date Night
Grab a partner, loved one or friend and join us in an exploration of world cuisines! These evening classes are perfect for a night out. Travel the world through food from the comfort of our kitchen.
Class highlights include:
Hands-on cooking in our professional kitchen
Cultural insights
Tasting sessions
Recipe handouts
Intro to Cooking
Boost your culinary skills and gain confidence in the kitchen with our monthly Intro to Cooking classes. Each session will focus on different cooking methods and recipes to help you become a more confident home cook.
Class highlights include:
Learn essential techniques such as knife skills
Discover new recipes
Gain hands-on experience and personalized guidance
Enjoy the dishes you create in class
Take home recipes to continue at home
Plant-forward Cooking
Curious about plant-forward cooking but unsure where to begin? Join us in The Learning Kitchen for hands-on classes where you'll learn delicious ways to incorporate more plants into your favorite dishes.
Class highlights include:
Learn tips and tricks for incorporating more plant-forward meals into your routine
Connect with others (bring your coworkers, friends or neighbors!)
Gain hands-on cooking experience
Location
Conveniently located just off the interstate
The Learning Kitchen is conveniently located at East Madison Hospital near the intersection of I-90 and Hwy. 151
Wayfinding within East Madison Hospital
The Learning Kitchen is located in the east wing of the hospital between the pools and a row of clinic exam rooms.
From the Clinics Entrance
After you enter the hospital, turn right and walk past the check out desks. Follow the blue hallway with decorative fish. There will be overhead signs pointing to The Learning Kitchen.
From the parking ramp entrance
The parking ramp is located behind the east wing of the hospital. Once you enter the hospital, take an immediate left and follow the signs to The Learning Kitchen.
East Madison Hospital
4602 Eastpark Blvd /Madison, WI 
(608) 440-6400
Frequently asked questions
Who should take cooking classes?
Anyone! We offer classes specifically for beginners and advanced cooks (building blocks), as well as classes catered towards kids and families. Class handouts include recipes, detailed explanation of important kitchen skills and nutrition tips for all dishes prepared. Check the class schedule tab for a list of all our classes.
Who teaches the classes in The Learning Kitchen?
Our professional instructors include executive chefs and registered dietitians with strong training in food science and culinary arts who are excited to teach at all levels.
What is the fee for classes in The Learning Kitchen?
Prices vary based on the ingredients and format of the class. Please check the class schedule tab for the price of the class you are interested in.
How do I register for cooking classes at The Learning Kitchen?
You can view, register and pay for classes with UW Health's class registration tool. Classes change monthly so be sure to check back for more.
How should I dress for cooking classes?
Please wear comfortable, flat, closed-toe shoes for safety reasons. Please also consider tying back long hair. You will be provided with an apron to wear during hands-on classes.
When should I arrive for class?
We encourage guests to arrive 10 to 15 minutes before the start of a hands-on class to allow time for station set-up. For all other classes, we recommend arriving 5 to 10 minutes before the listed class time.