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All classes require registration and full payment in advance. To register for a class at Whole Foods Market Palatine please call (847)776-8080 or at the Customer Service desk. We reserve the right to cancel classes and in that event, all registered participants will receive a full refund. All menus are subject to change. No refunds will be issued for cancellations less than 48 hours prior to class, however customers may send a substitute in their place.
If you have any questions regarding classes, contact George Economos, Marketing & Community Outreach Specialist by calling Customer Service or emailing George.Economos@wholefoods.com .
To book a Kid's Birthday Party or Kid's Event
Please contact Ann Kagan, Kids Party Coordinator at (847)776-8080x119 or via email at ann.kagan@wholefoods.com
Thanksgiving Holiday Hours
Wednesday November 25th 7am - 11pm
Thanksgiving Day 7am - 3pm
NOVEMBER CLASSES & EVENTS
Thursday November 12th
Top 10 Thursdays
4 - 7pm Complimentary
Mark your calendar to join Whole Foods Market Palatine for Top 10 Thursdays - a culinary tasting and education event every Thursday through the holiday season!
Highlights include incredible sales, complimentary "How To" cooking classes in our culinary center, live music, visits with our top vendors and more! Classes taught classroom style, recipes and sample size tastings will be provided
Free Thursday "How To" Culinary Classes offered from 6-7 pm. Registration required in advance.
Nov. 12: Make the Perfect Turkey presented by Chef Mike Kilgore
Tastings slated for Thursday November 12th include: *
- Futters Nut Butters
- Town & Country beer
- Black Diamond Cheddar
- Good Belly Probiotic Fruit Drink
- Chef Earl's
- Food Should Taste Good
- Bubbies Ice Cream
- Mullens Apple Sauce
- Locally made pizza fresh from the oven
* Tasting schedule may change without notice
Monday, November 16th
Kids Culinary Academy: Thanksgiving Feast
4:30 - 6:30PM For details and registration information please visit http://www.palatineparkdistrict.com/; limited to 10 students
Culinary kids ages 7 - 10 years old get ready for your Thanksgiving Feast with Whole Foods Market. We will cook some classic dishes with a natural twist. Junior chefs will learn about natural and organic foods, food safety, nutrition & cooking basics. Includes recipes.
Tuesday November 17th
Home for the Holidays with Whole Foods Market
7:30 - 9:00pm $2.00
Spice up this year's family gatherings and dinner parties with new recipes that reflect the flavors of the season. Whole Foods Market is back at the Mt. Prospect Public Library with three new recipes to add to your holiday repertoire: Pumpkin cream cheese dip with gingersnaps, roasted butternut squash with spinach & barley and maple apple crisp. Recipes and preparation tips will be provided. There is a $2 nonrefundable fee due at registration, and space is limited to 50. Please sign up at the Registration Desk or by calling (847)253-5675.
Wednesday November 18th
Everything's Better with Bacon Cooking Class
6:30 - 8:00pm Complimentary
Chef Mike Kilgore from Whole Foods Market will help you get your baconbyte on with this one of a kind culinary event. Everything's Better with Bacon will leave you salivating for one of the most verstile meats on the planet. We'll be making an appetizer, entree and dessert utilizing pork belly as the secret ingredient. Recipes & preparation tips will be provided. Register at customer service or by calling (847)776-8080.
Thursday November 19th
Top 10 Thursdays
4 - 7pm Complimentary
Mark your calendar to join Whole Foods Market Palatine for Top 10 Thursdays - a culinary tasting and education event every Thursday through the holiday season!
Highlights include incredible sales, "How To" cooking classes in our culinary center, live music, visits with our top vendors and more! Classes taught classroom style, recipes and sample size tastings will be provided
"How To" Culinary Class offered from 7-8:30pm. Registration required in advance. $5.00 per person.
Nov. 19: Cook a Gluten Free Thanksgiving presented by Chef Sunshine Best
Tastings slated for Thursday November 19th include: *
- Bolthouse Salad Dressings
- Kissel's Spiced Jam
- Town & Country beer
- Montchevre Goat Cheese w/ Chicago Flats
- Mullens Apple Sauce
- Better Whey of Life
- Isola Pasta
- Pirates Booty
- Fresh, hot, locally made pizza in our prepared foods department
* Tasting schedule may change without notice
Thursday November 19th
Gluten Free Gathering with Chef Sunshine Best
7 - 8:30pm $5.00 per person
This Thanksgiving feel free to pass all the fixings as Chef Sunshine Best will be in our culinary center with some familiar tastes that are perfect for the get together with family & friends. Recipes include homemade Gluten Free Stuffing, super easy Citrus Cranberry Sauce and a Canola Pie Crust. Samples and recipe tips provided. Sign up today by calling customer service at (847)776-8080.
Saturday November 21st
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Team in Training Informational Meeting
10:00am Complimentary
Is getting healthy and in shape on your resolution list? Attend an informational meeting at Whole Foods Market Palatine about Team In Training, the world's largest endurance sports training program. The program provides training to run or walk a full or half marathon or participate in a triathlon or century (100-mile) bike ride. Participants raise funds for leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma research and patient services in exchange for training, support and lodging and airfare to the event of their choice. We've trained over 390,000 people and they have raised over $950 million to support mission of LLS.
For more information visit www.teamintraining.org/il or call (800) 466-0334.
Monday November 23rd
Thanksgiving Drop & Shop
Classes at 10:30 - 11:15AM & 4:00 - 4:45PM $5.00 per child; Ages 4 years and up
Do your Thanksgiving shopping at Whole Foods Market while your kids get a taste of our Kids Culinary Academy. We will have various holiday cooking, stories, and activities. Register today with customer service by calling (847)776-8080.
Please note: Parents must remain in store.
Tuesday November 24th
Thanksgiving Drop & Shop
Classes at 10:30 - 11:15AM & 1:30 - 2:15PM $5.00 per child; Ages 4 years and up
Do your Thanksgiving shopping at Whole Foods Market while your kids get a taste of our Kids Culinary Academy. We will have various holiday cooking, stories, and activities. Register today with customer service by calling (847)776-8080.
Please note: Parents must remain in store.
Thursday November 26th
29th Annual Palatine Park District Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot
8:00am - 2 mile run; 9:00am - 5 mile run Pre-race $23 R/$28 NR; $30 day of race
Celebrate your fitness by running in the 29th Annual Palatine Park District Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot! Runners may choose either a 2 or 5 mile distance. T-shirts will be awarded to all pre-registered runners. First and second place awards will be presented to males and females in each age classification.
All post race refreshments provided by Whole Foods Market.
Registration cannot be accepted at the Palatine Park District office or online after Thursday, November 19 at 7:00 pm. A separate registration form is required. Forms can be downloaded from our web site at www.palatineparks.org or are available for pick-up at the Community Center or Birchwood Recreation Center.
Location: Harper College
1200 West Algonquin Road,
Front Building A
Whole Foods Market: Mindful Meals Meal of the Month
Beef Burgundy with Wide Egg Noodles
Extra lean, all-natural sirloin stars in this drama, along with organic mushrooms and onions, rich beef stock, savory spices and two kinds of wine. This delicious Meal of the Month includes Whole Foods Market 365 Everyday Value Organic tomato paste. You'll receive rave reviews! Serve with organic egg noodles (provided).
Suggested Wine Pairing
Red Truck Zinfandel
Made with Organically Grown Grapes
Think of this bottle as an old friend in a snazzy new pair of shoes! A balanced, organic California wine, its brambly berries, cracked pepper and dark chocolate finish keep your attention, whether you're eating pot roast or pasta. Wow your taste buds and pair it with Stilton from Colston Bassett or Borough Market.
You'll find this in the Whole Foods Market specialty department as part of Top 10 Wines!
DECEMBER CLASSES & EVENTS
Thursday December 3rd
Top 10 Thursdays
4 - 7pm Complimentary
Mark your calendar to join Whole Foods Market Palatine for Top 10 Thursdays - a culinary tasting and education event every Thursday through the holiday season!
Highlights include incredible sales, complimentary "How To" cooking classes in our culinary center, live music, visits with our top vendors and more! Classes taught classroom style, recipes and sample size tastings will be provided.
Free Thursday "How To" Culinary Classes offered from 6-7pm. Registration required in advance.
Dec. 3: Adults can decorate gingerbread houses too! (18+ event)
Tastings slated for Thursday December 3rd include: *
- Jacobs Farm Herbs
- Town & Country beer
- Fortune Fish
- Pirates booty
- Swirlz Cupcakes
- Get a delicious hot pizza made fresh in strore - made fresh to order!
* Tasting schedule may change without notice
Saturday December 5th
The Polar Express
Both seatings: SOLD OUT
Experience the magic of the Polar Express, the classic children's book by Chris Van Allsburg. The Polar Express comes to life when the train departs from the Palatine Station for a special visit to Stage Left Café (next to the Woodstock Opera House in Woodstock, IL).
Whole Foods Market, Palatine will provide hot cider and a gingerbread cookie for parent and child to decorate creating special holiday memories. Stage Left Café will provide hot chocolate. During our stay at the café, storyteller Thom Lange will tell the magical story.
Age: 11 years & under with parent
Saturday December 5th
Santa Sleigh 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk
10:00am
Ho Ho Ho! Come join Whole Foods Market along with the Rotary Club of Arlington Heights as it hosts its 2nd Annual Santa Sleigh 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at South Middle School
in Arlington Heights.Each participant receives a Santa outfit that is worn during the 5K run or 1 mile walk. So, this is just like every other 5K run or 1 mile walk you have seen, except all the participants are Santa! It is truly a unique sight to see hundreds and hundreds of Santas running through the streets of your home town.
For further details and registration information please visit https://www.signmeup.com/site/reg/register.aspx?fid=FB2V4K7.
Saturday December 5th
Make a Gingerbread House ...with some help from the pros
3:00pm $19.99
For many, gingerbread houses epitomize family togetherness during the holidays. Continue the tradition with your loved ones at our how-to workshop. We'll provide the frosted gingerbread house and candy, you bring the creativity! All ages are welcome. $19.99 per house (includes frosted gingerbread house, Hammonds Candies and royal icing).
Register today by calling customer service today at (847)776-8080.
Monday, December 7th
Kids Culinary Academy: Holiday Classics
4:30PM-6:30PM; Kids 7 - 10 years of age For registration details please see http://www.ahpd.org/
Get ready for your Winter Holidays with Whole Foods Market. We will cook some classic dishes with a natural and organic twist. Junior chefs will learn about natural and organic foods, food safety, nutrition & cooking basics. Includes recipes.
Wednesday December 9th
Immune Boosting Cold Preventing Foods
6:30 - 8:00pm Complimentary
Take time out this holiday season and join the culinary team from Whole Foods Market and Anita Ratterman, RD, CSO, LDN from Northwest Community Hospital at Whole Foods Market Palatine. We will present healthful, as well as festive foods perfect to take to a holiday get together. These recipes will boost the immune system while adding a punch of color to your table. Recipes include a Winter Barley Salad with Cranberries and Feta, Baked Stuffed Pears and more. Recipes and preparation tips will be provided. Space is limited but required in advance by calling Wellness Place at (847)221-2400.
Thursday December 10th
Top 10 Thursdays
4 - 7pm Complimentary
Mark your calendar to join Whole Foods Market Palatine for Top 10 Thursdays - a culinary tasting and education event every Thursday through the holiday season!
Highlights include incredible sales, complimentary "How To" cooking classes in our culinary center, live music, visits with our top vendors and more! Classes taught classroom style, recipes and sample size tastings will be provided
Free Thursday "How To" Culinary Classes offered from 6-7 pm. Registration required in advance.
Dec. 10: Make Roasts and perfect side dishes presented by Chef Mike Kilgore
Tastings slated for Thursday December 10th include: *
- Kissels Spiced Jam
- Glunz Wine
- Somerdale, Cotswold, Huntsman, Cahill's Cheese
- Good Belly Probiotic Fruit Drink
- Chef Earl's
- Food Should Taste Good
- Mullens Apple Sauce
- Hot pizza - order one in advance and pick it up at top 10 Thursdays!
* Tasting schedule may change without notice
Monday December 14th
Cookie Monsters Story Time at Whole Foods Market Palatine
10:30 - 11:30am $5.00 per child, capacity 15 children.
Children Ages 3 to 6 years old with parents welcome!
Mark your calendar to join the Palatine Public Library at Whole Foods Market in Palatine for cookie monsters, a cookie-making and story telling class! In December we invite you to bring your teddy bear as that's the story we'll be hearing - plus we'll be making Oh So Good Oatmeal Cookies! Samples & Recipe tips will be provided. Lock your reservation in today by calling customer service at (847)776-8080.
Saturday December 12th
Make a Gingerbread House...with a little help from the pros
3:00pm $19.99
For many, gingerbread houses epitomize family togetherness during the holidays. Continue the tradition with your loved ones at our how-to workshop. We'll provide the frosted gingerbread house and candy, you bring the creativity! All ages are welcome. $19.99 per house (includes frosted gingerbread house, Hammonds Candies and royal icing).
Register today by calling customer service today at (847)776-8080.
Thursday December 17th
Top 10 Thursdays
4 - 7pm Complimentary
Mark your calendar to join Whole Foods Market Palatine for Top 10 Thursdays - a culinary tasting and education event every Thursday through the holiday season!
Highlights include incredible sales, complimentary "How To" cooking classes in our culinary center, live music, visits with our top vendors and more! Classes taught classroom style, recipes and sample size tastings will be provided
Free Thursday "How To" Culinary Classes offered from 6-7 pm. Registration required in advance.
Dec. 17: Make Seafood Stews presented by Craig Buford, Fishmonger & Fortune Fish
Sign up for classes today by contacting customer service at (847)776-8080.
Tastings slated for Thursday December 17th include: *
- Bolthouse Salad Dressings
- Town & Country Beer
- Emmi USA & Cave Aged Gruyere Cheeses
- VitaCoco
- Ineeka Tea
- Enjoy Life
- Mullens Apple Sauce
- Better Whey of Life
- Pizzas made to order in our Prepared Foods department
* Tasting schedule may change without notice
Thursday December 17th
Gluten Free Gathering with Chef Sunshine Best
7 - 8:30pm $5.00 per person
This holiday season be sure to join Chef Sunshine Best as we'll be creating some desserts perfect to have seconds of. Recipes include a Winter Wonderland Trifle, Chocolate-glazed Profiteroles and more. Samples and recipe tips provided. Sign up today by calling customer service at (847)776-8080.
