Fuel Your Life: Cooking Class for Better Nutrition – Waco, TX (April 23)

Waco, TX – Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, in collaboration with McLennan Community College Continuing Education, will host a “Fuel Your Life: Cooking for Better Nutrition” class on April 23, 2026. The class aims to equip participants with modern cooking practices that support a healthy lifestyle, according to program organizers.

The one-day session will be held at the McLennan County AgriLife Extension Office, located at 4224 Cobbs Dr, Waco, TX 76710, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM. Participants will explore current nutritional guidelines from the FDA and USDA, examine food trends, and learn techniques for preparing nutritious meals without compromising flavor.

The cost to attend is $25.00. Registration is currently open and can be completed online through the McLennan Community College Continuing Education website by navigating to Community Programs, then Culinary, and locating the “Fuel Your Life: Cooking for Better Nutrition” class. Alternatively, individuals can register by phone by calling MCC Continuing Education at (254)299-8888.

Rachel Esquivel of the AgriLife Extension Service is available to provide further information about the class. She can be reached at (254)757-5180 or via email at [email protected]. Organizers emphasize that space is limited and the registration deadline is April 21st.

The offering of this class coincides with other AgriLife Extension programs focused on agricultural education and community wellness. A Statewide Small Grains Tour is scheduled to begin April 22nd in Bell County, according to AgriLife Today. The 2026 Water in the Desert Conference recently announced its speaker lineup, signaling continued AgriLife engagement with critical regional issues.