After nearly 10 years of teaching, I’ve noticed a pattern: parents who love cooking are eager for their kids to join in, while those who see it as a chore often don’t realize how much their children can gain from cooking classes.

I often hear concerns like:

• “My child is a picky eater. They don’t touch vegetables and won’t eat anything in that class.”
  
  
• “They’re not interested in cooking. They just want to make cookies and brownies but don’t want to cook meals.”
  
  
• “They have food allergies and won’t be able to taste anything in the class,”
  
  
• “They’re too young—it’s not safe for them to be in the kitchen yet.”
  
  

But in practice, these are the kids who benefit most. Here’s why:



Picky eaters try new foods.

Kids are far more likely to taste food they’ve helped prepare. Cooking gives them pride and ownership, which naturally sparks curiosity.

Cooking is about more than cooking.

Classes feel like science experiments, art projects, and teamwork all in one. Along the way, kids practice math, science, problem-solving, and collaboration.

Confidence grows.

Making something from scratch is empowering. That confidence carries into school, friendships, and healthy lifelong habits.

A safe, supportive space.

Without the pressure of home mealtimes, kids relax, experiment, and learn resilience through mistakes.

The bottom line: After-school cooking classes aren’t just about food—they’re about helping kids become capable, curious, and confident.

Give your child the chance to learn, create, and have fun after the school day ends! Our Afterschool Cooking Classes are more than just a way to keep kids busy. Plus, they’ll bring home tasty creations to proudly share with the family!