We are a fun couple that enjoys cooking together and great conversation. We're looking for other straight couples in their 30's and 40s who also enjoy cooking and want to explore a variety of different foods while meeting new people.   Our idea is that the host couple (which will change each time) will pick a theme for their Meetup (i.e. Mexican, desserts, breakfast, vegetarian). Each couple will then cook and bring their own dish, based on the theme. We'll then have a potluck style meal togethe …

Hi Everyone, I've met a lot of great people, but I think that this group's focus was a little "off" when I created it. I've heard a lot from people who wish is was "more vegan-friendly" as well as people from the other side of the fence who left because the group was too vegan-centric, and they weren't really interested. I briefly thought about shutting us down and creating a new group, but 117 members is nothing to laugh at.  I've thought about it a lot, and I'm going to put together some event …

The intent of this group is to keep people informed about the roaming "No Meat & Mingle" vegan potlucks and sometimes other vegan gathering in or near Los Angeles county.  The "No Meat & Mingle" vegan potlucks are a great place for open hearted people to come together in community and share conversation and great vegan food, and to learn about veganism.  All people who are respectful to other people are encouraged to attend (you need not be vegan). The "No Meat & Mingle"  potlucks are raw friend …

We have roaming "No Meat & Mingle" Vegan potlucks around Los Angeles. These events are a great place for open hearted people to come together in community and share conversation and great vegan food, and to learn about veganism. All people who are respectful to other people are encouraged to attend (you need not be vegan).  Our potlucks are raw friendly which means that both cooked and raw dishes are acceptable but raw dishes are kept in a designated place.  We are always looking for new hosts, …

Downward Dining is excited to be launching its first event in Los Angeles in March 2012. Each Downward Dining event will feature an hour-long class by a top LA yoga instructor, followed by a shared vegetarian meal, catered by one of LA’s incredible kitchens or chefs. Classes will be all-level. Food will be delicious and healthful. Conversation will flow freely. Guests of Downward Dining will be in the good company of a growing community of people interested in fitness, healthy lifestyles, but al …

  This is a social group for vegetarian and vegan women in their 20s and 30s. It is also open to non-veg girls who are curious about the veg life style.   Activities will vary, but the idea of this group is to meet new, like-minded friends while participating in fun, vegan-friendly pastimes like dining out, exercising, going to the movies or live performances, and cooking classes/vegan events.   We welcome you to share your ideas, just know that this is a social group. So if you are looking for …

This group is for people to come together to discuss and participate in lectures, cooking classes and events related to food, healthy living, green lifestyles, and nutritional education. We will have guest speakers that are foodies, chefs, healthy lifestyle coaches and authors here to demonstrate their knowledge and provide you with the tools you'll need to live healthier, enjoy new foods & enrich your life. You'll also get some great Whole Foods Market samples and meet other like-minded individ …

Hi everyone, I'm Laurent. I'm gonna be organizer of Los Angeles Iron Chefs for a while. But the most simple for everyone will be to join my main group which is: http://www.meetup.com/Cooking-Classes-with-a-Fun-French-C... After learning cooking in France, working in England, Belgium of course in France and for the last 3 years in Los Angeles, many of my friends and relation keep asking me about doing some cooking classes, and i done already a bunch of it in France and Belgium and it was always …

This group is for people to come together to discuss and participate in lectures, cooking classes and events geared at making us all the best we can be mind, body and soul. We will have certified nutritionists, personal trainers, culinary trained chefs and authors here to demonstrate their knowledge and provide you with the tools you'll need to go forth and spread health. You'll also get some great Whole Foods Market freebies too!

About three years ago, I became interested in food. I’ve always enjoyed cooking and eating, so I guess one could say that I’ve always been interested in food. But one day as I was sitting at home, I happened upon a documentary, ‘Food, Inc.’ That’s when I became intrigued by food... or rather, the process behind food... where it comes from, how it’s grown, etc. It didn’t take much time before I decided that the most fulfilling thing I could do for myself would also be the most fulfilling thing I …

If American diet trends continue, it is predicted that by the year 2015, 2 in every 5 adults will be obese. Hundreds of nutritional studies have demonstrated a strong and undeniable link between malnourishment and chronic illnesses such as Type 2 diabetes, Heart Disease, and Cancer. By providing our members with the opportunity to attend FREE nutrition lectures in addition to special diet cooking classes, healthy eating store tours, fitness assessments, a nutrition book club, and consultations w …

Many people desire to be healthier, but don't know where to begin.  If you want to take charge of your health and well being while eating delicious foods and having fun at the same time, welcome aboard! Join us  Market  demonstrations and cooking classes on how to incorporate wholesome nutritionally dense foods into your diet. Whether you are new to healthy eating, vegetarian, vegan, carnivore or omnivore, welcome!     Check out www.EatUnprocessed.com for free recipes and www.HealthyTasteofLA.co …

Nothing equals the learning experience of real home cooking. In classes, you have the tantalizing experience of using your five senses to see, hear, smell, touch and taste everything, including the final prepared dish. You have the opportunity to interact with the chef and ask questions to help you better understand the concepts and techniques. Cooking classes are also innovative in nature, as I will not only teach you how to prepare a menu of dishes, I will also cover presentation and garnis …

  Are you tired of not finding great breakfast and brunch vegan options around LA? Noticed lots of vegan brunch restaurants eventually close down?   Love potlucks?   Never been in a breakfast/brunch potluck?   WELL, WE'RE ON!   Since LA is so large, we're always looking for host/ess in the different areas of LA, so everyone can attend! Please contact me directly if you're interested! :)   ps: we now have a FB group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/262735570410025/

… Some possible meetups I plan on creating are: Power walks & jogs at the park (and other areas), strength training and fitness meetups, discussions on healthy eating (including - but not limited to - vegetarian & vegan menus), bike riding for fitness, hiking, get-together cooking nights, and of course an occasional ladies night out/in to celebrate our milestones! We will hold our meetups in Long Beach and the surrounding areas. Of course, if you have any suggestions of events that would be a good …