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Monday 8:30am - 1:30pm 3pm - 6pm Tuesday 8:30am - 1:30pm 3pm - 6pm Wednesday 8:30am - 1:30pm 3pm - 6pm Thursday 8:30am - 1:30pm 3pm - 6pm Friday 8:30am - 6:30pm

Nutrition Kitchen

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The Nutrition Kitchen is a hub within the Y that offers healthy alternatives to fast food.

11/02/2026

Looking for something delicious, nutritious, and affordable this week? Stop by the Nutrition Kitchen! We're serving homemade meals and treats prepared with wholesome ingredients and plenty of flavor.

🥣 Homemade Soups:

Lentil & Vegetable Soup – A hearty, fiber-rich combination of lentils and colorful vegetables.

Cabbage & White Bean Soup – A comforting, flavorful soup packed with vegetables and plant-based protein.

🍽️ Hot Meal:

Turkey Stir-Fry with Vegetables – Tender turkey and colorful vegetables come together for a satisfying, protein-rich meal.

🍪 Homemade Treats:

Cinnamon Delights Energy Bites – Little bites of cinnamon goodness!

Peach Oatmeal Bars – A delicious combination of sweet peaches and hearty oats.

We believe eating well should be tasty, convenient, and affordable!

Stop by for lunch, grab something to go, or check our front refrigerator for ready-to-enjoy options.

Have a wonderful week!

11/02/2026

We have two delicious homemade breads coming to the Nutrition Kitchen, and we're now accepting pre-orders!

🍊 Cranberry-Orange Bread – A wonderful combination of tart cranberries and refreshing citrus flavors. Perfect for the fall season and a great addition to your morning coffee or afternoon snack!

🍌 Butter Pecan Banana Bread (Healthy Version) – A delicious twist on classic banana bread, made with sweet bananas and rich, buttery pecan flavor. A more wholesome option that doesn't compromise on taste!

Pricing:

Slice – $1.50

Half loaf – $7

Whole loaf – $14

Pre-orders are welcome! Whether you'd like a slice to enjoy with your coffee or a whole loaf to share with family and friends, we've got you covered!

Stop by the Nutrition Kitchen or reach out to our team to place your order.

We look forward to baking something delicious for you!

10/26/2026

It’s Halloween Week in the Nutrition Kitchen and we're getting a little spooky! 👻🎃
We have a frightfully delicious lineup of soups, a hot meal, and Halloween-inspired treats waiting for you.

👻 From the Cauldron...

🥣 Ghostly Chicken Potato Soup
A warm and creamy combination of chicken, potatoes, and vegetables. Comforting, filling, and a great source of protein.

🎃 Jack-O’-Lantern Pumpkin Soup
Smooth, colorful, and perfect for Halloween! Pumpkin provides fiber, vitamin A, and plenty of seasonal flavor.

🧟 The Main Attraction...

🍝 Monster Meatballs with “Bloody” Marinara
Don’t let the name scare you! Our meatballs are served with a rich tomato marinara for a fun and hearty Halloween meal.

🧙 A Little Halloween Magic...

🫕 Cauldron Bites – Chocolate Cherry
A spooky little treat combining rich chocolate flavor with fruity cherries.

🪦 Graveyard Bars – Blueberry Applesauce
A Halloween treat featuring blueberries and applesauce for a naturally fruity twist.

🎃 No tricks—just an easier dinner!

Before you head home, grab some soup or our hot meal for the family. Dinner can be ready without the shopping, prepping, and cooking—just take it home, heat it up, and enjoy!

Great-quality food, family-friendly prices, and a little Halloween fun 👻

Happy Halloween 🎃🕷️

10/19/2026

Halloween is getting closer, and we have a fun and cozy menu waiting for you in the Nutrition Kitchen this week! 🎃👻

🍂 Start with Something Warm

🥣 Chicken Pot Pie Soup
All the comforting flavors of chicken pot pie in a warm, hearty soup. Chicken provides protein, while the vegetables add fiber, vitamins, and color.

🥣 Roasted Garlic Cauliflower Soup
Creamy, flavorful, and veggie-forward. Cauliflower provides fiber, vitamin C, and other important nutrients.

🎃 Hot Meal

🍽️ Pumpkin Risotto
Creamy risotto with a seasonal pumpkin twist! Pumpkin adds vitamin A, fiber, and natural sweetness to this comforting fall dish.

🕷️ Halloween Bites & Bars

🕸️ Spider Bites – Chocolate Peanut Butter
A fun Halloween treat with peanut butter for protein and satisfying healthy fats.

👹 Monster Bars – Avocado Blueberry
A colorful combination of creamy avocado and blueberries. Avocado provides healthy fats, while blueberries add fiber and antioxidants.

🏠 Skip Cooking Tonight!

Remember, our soups and weekly hot meal can go home with you! Pick up enough for the family and have an easy lunch or dinner ready to go—no cooking after a long day.

Fresh, great-quality food at family-friendly prices.

Come see what’s cooking in the Nutrition Kitchen! 🎃

10/18/2026

🥪 Ruh-roh, Raggy! We've got a sandwich situation! 🐾

Zoinks! 😱 Shaggy and Scooby would be running straight to the Nutrition Kitchen for this one!

Introducing the Scooby Doo Sandwich — because sometimes a regular sandwich just won't cut it when you've got a MONSTER appetite!

Now, the REAL mystery is… would you share yours with Shaggy? 😂

10/16/2026

We’re excited to introduce a delicious new dessert in the Nutrition Kitchen – Homemade Cherry Mousse! 🍒

Light, creamy, and full of cherry flavor, this refreshing treat is made with simple ingredients, including real cherries, Greek yogurt, whipped cream, and a touch of natural sweetness.

Only $4.50 per portion!

And this is just the beginning! We’ll be introducing more delicious mousse flavors, so stay tuned!

Stop by Nutrition Kitchen or check the front refrigerator to grab your Cherry Mousse! It's a perfect afternoon pick-me-up or a little treat after lunch. 😋🍒

10/12/2026

Something delicious is brewing! 👻 We’re bringing together cozy fall comfort food, a wholesome hot meal, and a little Halloween fun this week in the NK!

🥣 SOUP OF THE WEEK

Creamy Mushroom & Wild Rice Soup – rich and comforting, with mushrooms and hearty wild rice. Mushrooms provide important nutrients, while wild rice adds fiber and helps make this soup filling and satisfying.

Stuffed Pepper Soup – all the flavors of a classic stuffed pepper in a warm bowl! A hearty combination of vegetables, protein, and comforting fall flavors.

🍽️ HOT MEAL

Apple Dijon Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Green Beans – a balanced meal featuring lean protein, colorful vegetables, and naturally sweet apples. Sweet potatoes are also a great source of vitamin A and fiber.

🎃 HALLOWEEN TREATS

🧙 Witch Bites – Spinach & Pineapple
A fun combination of fruit and greens, with natural sweetness from pineapple.

🫐 Boo-Berry Bars – Mixed Berries
A Halloween-inspired treat featuring mixed berries, which provide fiber and antioxidants.

🏠 Take the Nutrition Kitchen Home!

Busy evening ahead? Pick up our weekly soups or hot meal for the family and make dinner one less thing you have to think about. No cooking when you get home—just heat, serve, and enjoy!

Fresh, great-quality food at family-friendly prices. 🍂

09/21/2026

This week in the Nutrition Kitchen:

🥣 Pasta Fagioli Soup – a hearty Italian-inspired soup with pasta, beans, and vegetables.

🍠 Creamy Sweet Potato & Carrot Soup – smooth, creamy, and perfect for fall.

🍗 Chicken Lasagna – a comforting and flavorful option for lunch or dinner.

And don’t forget—you can take our weekly soups and meals home for the whole family! Pick up enough for everyone, and lunch or dinner is taken care of—no cooking when you get home after a busy day!

Our prices are family-friendly, and we focus on fresh, great-quality food. It’s an easy and affordable way to put a homemade-style meal on the table without having to cook it yourself.

We also offer sandwiches, wraps, salads, avocado toast, omelets, fresh juices, and other café favorites.

Hope to see you all for lunch!

09/20/2026

October is almost here, and so are our seasonal breads in the Nutrition Kitchen! 🍂

Throughout October, we’ll be offering:

🎃 Pumpkin Spice Bread
🍁 Cinnamon Swirl Bread

Pricing:
• Slice – $1.50
• Half Loaf – $7.00
• Whole Loaf – $14.00

Pre-orders are welcome! If you’d like a half or whole loaf, let us know ahead of time and we’ll have it ready for you.

Enjoy a slice at the kitchen or take a loaf home to share!

Thank you for supporting the Nutrition Kitchen!

09/14/2026

There’s something special about the smell of banana-nut bread baking fresh. 🍌

From ripe bananas to that golden-brown finish, see how we make it right here in the Nutrition Kitchen at the Y.

Made fresh. Made with care. Made for our community. ❤️

Stop by the Nutrition Kitchen and enjoy a slice for yourself!

Address

3100 Willowcreek Road
Portage, IN
46368

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 1:30pm
	3pm - 6pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 1:30pm
	3pm - 6pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 1:30pm
	3pm - 6pm
Thursday	8:30am - 1:30pm
	3pm - 6pm
Friday	8:30am - 6:30pm

Website

https://www.ymcaofportage.org/programs/nutrition-kitchen

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