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Ranjana Bhargava

Teaches at Ranjana's Indian Cooking Classes

With her energy, creativity and exuberant spirit, Ranjana Bhargava has taught authentic vegetarian cooking classes to the Chicago community for over 30 years. 

Her classes range from quick simple menus that use what is available in the kitchen to innovative fusion and special occasion meals. She has taught over a thousand students through her multi-class series, private and custom-designed classes, and specialty demonstrations. 

For over 35 years, Ranjana has spearheaded efforts to serve the needs of women, immigrants and other marginalized communities in Chicago. She has led and managed numerous non-profit organizations, including Apna Ghar, a domestic violence shelter serving predominantly Asian women and families, Asian Human Services and Corrections-Lutheran Social Services of Illinois. Ranjana has initiated change and implemented new programs as an administrator at the Chicago Public Library and Chicago Public Schools. An activitist and a leader, Ranjana has proudly served on task forces, advisory committees and as a board member of several non-profits. 

Ranjana has taught throughout the city:

  • Cook's Mart
  • Hyde Park Coop Discovery Center
  • Learning Connection
  • Whole Foods
  • Sur La Table
  • Francis Parker Adult Education
  • Latin School Adult Education
  • Field Museum Museum of Science and Industry
  • Chicago Botanical Garden
  • Taste of Chicago
  • Gallery 37
  • Chicago Public Libraries
  • Chicago Public Schools (Education to Career Culinary Programs) Carson Pirie Scott
  • Macy's (Formerly Marshall Field's)

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