May 2026 Cooking with a Friend – Dolmades with Greek Salad

Dolmades with Greek Salad
(Hands‑on cooking class, 6:00–8:00 pm)

Date: Monday, May 25
Location: 1715 17 Ave SE – YW Community Hub
Cost: $10 per participant (registration is per person)

In this vibrant, Mediterranean‑inspired class, participants will learn to carefully roll tender grape leaves around a fragrant rice and herb filling to make homemade dolmades, while also preparing a fresh Greek salad with crisp vegetables and a tangy dressing — all while cooking alongside a friend.

This class focuses on:

• Knife safety and vegetable prep
• Rolling and stuffing techniques
• Herb chopping and flavour balancing
• Beautiful plating and presentation

Important registration note:
Although this class is called Cooking with a Friend, each participant must be registered individually. Participants are welcome to attend alongside a friend, but registration and pricing are per person.

Dietary note:
This class is gluten‑free.

All classes are led by Sydney Weipert, Jamie Gervais, and Sara Waqas, experienced instructors with strong backgrounds in culinary education and supporting individuals with Down syndrome.

If you or a family member has Down syndrome and are a member of Ups and Downs, you may be eligible to use the Ups and Downs Subsidy Program toward this class. Please email us if you would like to use the program.