Vegetarian Springtime Dinner Cooking Class Offered in Atlanta

Chef Naina Bhedwar of Kesar Kitchen to lead plant-powered, flavor-forward menu featuring seasonal dishes.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 10:00pm

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An abstract, hazy photograph showing blurred shapes and colors of various spring vegetables and herbs, conveying the atmospheric mood and seasonal focus of the cooking class.A dreamy, out-of-focus scene captures the vibrant flavors and seasonal produce featured in this vegetarian cooking class.Atlanta Today

A vegetarian cooking class is being offered in Atlanta, led by Chef Naina Bhedwar of Kesar Kitchen. The class will feature a menu highlighting the bounty of spring, including dishes like Asparagus & Green Pea Soup, Warm Salad with Baked Feta and Roasted Carrots, and Persian Rice Pudding with Rosewater. After preparing the seasonal dishes, guests will sit down to enjoy a meal together.

Why it matters

This class provides an opportunity for individuals interested in vegetarian cuisine to learn easy and inspiring recipes that showcase vibrant spices and seasonal produce. It aligns with the growing demand for plant-based dining options and the desire to connect with the origins of one's food.

The details

The class is semi-hands-on, where participants will prepare the dishes alongside Chef Naina. The menu features a variety of spring-inspired vegetarian dishes that draw influence from Indian, Persian, and Near Eastern cuisines. After cooking, guests will sit down to enjoy the meal together.

  • The class will take place on Thursday, April 2, 2026 from 6 - 8 p.m.

The players

Naina Bhedwar

Chef Naina Bhedwar is a self-educated chef whose passion for food, cooking, and spices has taken her on a mission to demystify the cuisine of India, Persia, and the Near East. She is of Persian descent with roots in two regions of India, and has had the privilege of living in all four corners of India as well as in Australia, the UK, and now Atlanta, giving her a broad culinary foundation.

Kesar Kitchen, LLC

Kesar Kitchen, LLC (Kesar being the Sanskrit term for Saffron, Chef Naina's favorite spice) offers cooking classes and catering. The chef guides participants in preparing and presenting the endlessly varied and interesting food of India, Persia, and the Near East.

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What they’re saying

“There is no greater salute to her ancestry than the power of food and cooking to keep you present, fully engaged with the senses and in the moment.”

— Naina Bhedwar, Chef

What’s next

Interested participants can join the waitlist for the Vegetarian Springtime Dinner cooking class on the event page.

The takeaway

This cooking class offers an opportunity for Atlanta residents to explore the vibrant flavors of vegetarian cuisine and learn new recipes that highlight the bounty of spring produce. The class aligns with the growing demand for plant-based dining options and the desire to connect with the origins of one's food.