Spa cuisine has come a long way from the foods of yore.

It used to be going to a health spa meant eating nothing but carrot sticks and cottage cheese.

But these days, not only does spa cuisine taste much better, but you can learn to make it yourself.

Check out what Peter has to say about the subject in this AARP video:

Check out more videos on AARP.org.

Other great culinary articles you might like include How to Eat Like a Local, Even If You’re Not One as well as Cooking School Vacations.

If you’re vegetarian, don’t miss our Tips for Voyaging Vegetarians.

And don’t miss our Culinary Travel section for more ideas.