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AM/PM Preschool Care and Mid-Day Care offered
Rochester Public Schools Preschool
Register for AM/PM Care & Non-School Day Care
Register for Trips during school year at; Bamber, Jefferson, and Northrop. Summer Trips are at Ben Franklin, Gage, and Sunset Terrace.
Summer Trips for Riverside, Overland, and Sunset Terrace
Join Ashwini for a hands-on culinary experience exploring the vibrant world of Indian spices—often called the “magic powders” of her mother’s kitchen. These spices can turn everyday meals into flavorful feasts, adding depth and complexity with just a teaspoon.
In this immersive class, you’ll learn how to make spice blends from scratch and use ready-made spices with confidence. Engage your senses—taste, touch, and smell—as you explore turmeric, cumin, red chilies, fenugreek, Indian mustard, anise, and more.
Recipes Include:
Masala Bhat – Spiced rice with assorted vegetables
Gulab Jamun – Vanilla-flavored pastry soaked in honey and rose water
Chicken Kurma – Creamy chicken with tomatoes, raisins, cashews, and fresh herbs
Palak Paneer – Homemade cheese in creamed spinach with spices
Masala Papads – Crispy lentil wafers with black pepper
Perfect for beginners or experienced cooks, this class offers a flavorful introduction to the essentials of Indian cuisine. Don’t forget to bring an apron!
As a Culinary Instructor from India, Ashwini has been cultivating interest for Indian cooking for over seven years for adults and children in Community Education. She has been able to combine the exotic and alluring tastes of India with the practical demands of today's lifestyle. Her expertise lies in tasty, home-style, and authentic Indian cooking. Ashwini comes from Bombay in central India, where migration brings in diverse cooking!
Ashwini Walimbe
