Chef Rita standing with ingredients for her dish displayed on the table

*Culinary Demo | Chef Rita El Habr | Zucchini Ribbon Salad

Location: Lake Kitchen

March 6, 2025 3:00 pm

As a passionate culinary specialist hailing from the Mediterranean, Rita is dedicated to crafting fun and authentic culinary experiences that celebrate the vibrant flavors of the region. With a deep-rooted focus on health and long-term wellness, she blends tradition with creativity, using wholesome ingredients to design delicious dishes that nourish the body, mind, and soul.

Rita’s culinary journey began with her strong belief that food brings us together and time stops in the kitchen, simply enjoying the experience of flavorsome food and the pleasure of the company. She also believes that food is medicine and that eating well is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle and longevity. The emphasis of Mediterranean cuisine on freshness, fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains, is not only delicious, but also inherently healthy with an abundance of benefits contributing to the quality of our everyday life.

Rita’s ultimate goal is to inspire people to embrace the Mediterranean way of life, where food is a sense of joy, nourishment, community, and connection.

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