Kick start the new year and join us for an afternoon of wellness. Meet cardiologist Dr. Nate Lebowitz M.D. from the Advanced Cardiology Institute in Fort Lee. Free blood pressure screening, cardiac risk assessments, and weight management consultations.

Ages 3-7. Take the chill out of the air this January with our Kids Class on making hot cocoa in a jar. Kids will learn how to layer hot chocolate ingredients to their liking in a jar to decorate and take home, plus make some in class to taste. Free. Registration required at Customer Service.

Event will take place at Chef Central, 240 N Route 17, Paramus

Saturdays, January 12^th, 19^th & 26^th, 11am

Championship Round: February 16^th, 11 am
Whole Foods Market Edgewater, along with our Ridgewood and Paramus stores, is a sponsor of Ultimate Chef Bergen County. In each round, two of Bergen County’s top chefs will compete head to head to select a challenger to the reigning Ultimate Chef Champion, Ninamarie Bojekian of Ooh La La Catering. For more information on the competing chefs, please visit chefcentral.com.

Make a commitment to a healthier you. We can help! Join us starting January 14^th for a healthy eating blast off that includes daily tips on how to keep you and your family healthy in 2013. Stop by the café for a quick orientation on healthy foods and how to shop for them. Plus, sign up at wholefoodsmarket.com.blastoff to join the fun, earn badges and get support on your journey.

Join us for a free storewide tasting night showcasing great healthy options and products throughout all our departments.  Samplers get the chance to win a Pantry Makeover, perfect for stocking a healthier kitchen for the new year.

If you’re going to shop, shop for a great cause! 5% of the day’s net sales will benefit Center for Food Action, which provides emergency food packages, rental and utility assistance, advocacy, and other essential services to those in need living in northern New Jersey.

How you eat can help elevate your exerise. We'll share ideas, favorite recipes, and more. Follow #wfmdish on Twitter to join the conversation from 6pm - 7pm CST.

Event will take place at Chef Central, 240 N Route 17, Paramus

Saturdays, January 12^th, 19^th & 26^th, 11am

Championship Round: February 16^th, 11 am
Whole Foods Market Edgewater, along with our Ridgewood and Paramus stores, is a sponsor of Ultimate Chef Bergen County. In each round, two of Bergen County’s top chefs will compete head to head to select a challenger to the reigning Ultimate Chef Champion, Ninamarie Bojekian of Ooh La La Catering. For more information on the competing chefs, please visit chefcentral.com.

Keep health in sight! Join us in Whole Body to get inspired in the new year for a healthier new you. Chat and sample with vendors for everything you need to keep your body going inside and out, from supplements to makeup to body care. Plus, learn relaxation and yoga techniques from local studio Ojas Center and spin to win on our prize wheel!

You have to see it to believe it—that's what many say about the versatility and power of a Vitamix blending machine. It can be used for everything from juicing whole foods to cooking soup from fresh vegetables, and even making homemade ice cream.  Visit the folks from Vitamix in person at a live demonstration to check out why they are a kitchen must-have.

You've heard about "super foods" but what's behind all of the hype? Join us on Twitter from 6pm - 7pm CST to discuss just what super foods are, what they can do for you, and how to get more of them in your diet in tasy ways. Follow #wfmdish on Twitter to join the conversation.

Ages 3+. Its time to get your kid’s hands dirty . . . in the kitchen. Join us for our Kids Class where little chefs will be invited to help prepare Veggication Program recipes and sample their healthy treats. This month’s feature: Celery and Pear Salad and Minty "Peasto". Parents will receive a copy of Veggiecation recipes created that day. Kids will leave with coloring pages, stickers and a new love for veggies! Free. Registration required at Customer Service.

Event will take place at Chef Central, 240 N Route 17, Paramus

Saturdays, January 12^th, 19^th & 26^th, 11am

Championship Round: February 16^th, 11 am
Whole Foods Market Edgewater, along with our Ridgewood and Paramus stores, is a sponsor of Ultimate Chef Bergen County. In each round, two of Bergen County’s top chefs will compete head to head to select a challenger to the reigning Ultimate Chef Champion, Ninamarie Bojekian of Ooh La La Catering. For more information on the competing chefs, please visit chefcentral.com.

Do our teams have what it takes to win? Join us for a free storewide tasting night featuring our favorite big game foods.  Each department will go head to head to try and create a winning dish that you can place your bet on our scoreboard.  When you bet, you’re automatically entered to win a game time gift basket.

From big game parties to comforting dinners and healthy soirees, winter is a great time for entertaining. Join us on Twitter from 6pm - 7pm CST to swap recipes, ideas, and more. Follow #wfmdish on Twitter to join the conversation.