Ann Sharma was born and raised in New Delhi, North India, in a strict vegetarian Hindu family. Her love of cooking began at the age of 9 and was nurtured by her mother and grandmother. Cooking family recipes that were handed down by word of mouth, she grew to enjoy blending regional influences and regional Indian spices to create multi-layered aromatic dishes for family and friends. Ann moved to the United States for her higher education in the 1980s. Finding her dietary restrictions severely limited, she fell off the vegetarian wagon when her mother, concerned for her health, wrote to her and gave her permission to eat meat. Ann now works at Wright State University, where she chairs the School of Humanities and teaches literature. Her meat-eating days long behind her, Ann has returned to her childhood love of vegetarian cooking. She now enjoys incorporating Western influences in her cooking and particularly loves cooking with organic produce that is in season.
Location: DLM Washington Square
Explore the rich, comforting flavors of Indian cuisine with Ann Sharma in this class centered around Chicken Tikka Masala. Learn how to build layers of spice and depth in this beloved dish, complemented by a warming Red Lentil Soup, Garlic Naan, and Fragrant Jasmine Rice. Finish with a simple, satisfying dessert of Ice Cream topped with Roasted Nuts. A well-rounded class that brings together bold flavors and approachable techniques perfect for home cooking.
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Location: DLM Washington Square
Location: DLM Washington Square
Discover a lighter take on Indian cuisine with Ann Sharma in this flavorful class centered around Tandoori Chicken Salad with Ginger Mint Dressing. Learn how to balance warm spices with bright, refreshing elements in this vibrant main dish. The menu is complemented by a comforting Red Lentil Soup, warm Garlic Naan, and finishes with a smooth Vanilla Custard topped with Fresh Fruit. A well-rounded class highlighting fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and approachable techniques.
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Location: DLM Washington Square
Location: DLM Washington Square
Experience the rich, comforting flavors of Indian cuisine with Ann Sharma in this class centered around Butter Chicken. Learn how to build depth and balance with warm spices and creamy textures in this beloved dish. The menu is complemented by a soothing Red Lentil Soup, Garlic Naan, and Fragrant Jasmine Rice. Finish with a simple, refreshing dessert of Ice Cream topped with Fresh Fruit. A well-rounded class highlighting bold flavors and approachable techniques.
27 Seats Left
Location: DLM Washington Square
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Culinary Center class registrations may be cancelled up to 7 days prior to the scheduled class date to receive a full refund, with proper notification. Cancellations made with notification after the 7-day deadline are eligible for credit toward future culinary class registrations if notification is given prior to the day of a class. If you are unable to attend any class, you are welcome to send a substitute in your place. To give proper notifications for a cancellation or notice of a substitution, please contact the culinary center location where your class is taking place. Any no-call, no-show participants forfeit refunds or class credits. The DLM Culinary Center reserves the right to cancel a class, when necessary, due to inclement weather, emergencies, or insufficient enrollment, and may also substitute instructors or food items when required. In the event that a class is cancelled, registered students will receive a full refund or credit, as applicable.
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