SARATOGA SPRINGS — A new CulinaryArts@SPAC series entitled “Food as Medicine” will take place in the Nancy DiCresce Room at The Pines at Saratoga Performing Arts Center.
The series of events will feature culinary tastings and drinks alongside conversations with experts, physicians and writers discussing how food, lifestyle and wellness practices can support longevity, help to prevent disease, and manage chronic health conditions.
Kicking off the new initiative is Brain Health Kitchen with Dr. Annie Fenn in conversation with WAMC’s Joe Donahue on Jan. 27, followed by Plants First with Dr. Katie Takayasu on March 25.
“As we approach the new year and the season of resolutions, exploring the link between food and health makes for a particularly timely topic. Both Dr. Annie Fenn and Dr. Katie Takayasu are fascinating speakers who integrate science and medicine into their culinary and wellness practices, making for an accessible, motivating and delicious way to start 2023,” said Elizabeth Sobol, President and CEO of Saratoga Performing Arts Center, in a statement.
Preceding the conversations, guests can enjoy mocktails, wine, and beer along with bites like Cod Pancakes, Crispy Cauliflower Tacos, Salmon with Avocado Butter, Brown Rice Paella with Shrimp and Artichokes, and Almond Butter Tahini Blondies from Brain Health Kitchen and tastings such as Coriander and Flax Roasted Eggplant, Almond Furikake Crusted Halibut with Coconut Lime Cream, and Extra Dark Chocolate Avocado Mousse from Plants First: A Physician’s Guide to Wellness Through a Plant-Forward Diet.
Tickets to attend Brain Health Kitchen with Dr. Annie Fenn are $75 and include drinks (mocktails, wine and beer) and tastings along with admission to the conversation. Attendees can also purchase copies of Brain Health Kitchen at a specially discounted price of $30 ($35 retail). A book signing with the author will immediately follow the discussion. Tickets to Plants First with Dr. Katie Takayasu will be on sale at a later date. Seating is on a first come basis. Visit spac.org for details.
