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Welcome to our
Kids Cooking Class

Here, your child will: 

1. Learn the fundamentals of cooking

2. The importance of working as a team while being independent at the same time.

3. Understand the ingredient and why we use them. 

We want these classes to have your children be excited about the kitchen and to understand why so that they repeat it at home with success. 

 

Classes are geared towards children ages 7 - 12.

We welcome those beginners all the way to advanced and curious students to participate!

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About our Class 

  • Each class is Unique and different

    • Our summer and weekend classes are more whimsical and having fun in the kitchen.

    • Fall - Spring, we offer a 6 week schedule (purchase in bulk or individual weeks) . While these are still fun, they also provide more skills and technique exercises as well. 

      • Take a look below for our different topics and events that are about to take place! 

  •  Instructors will cover the following some of the following topics:

    • Knife skills (ex. chop, julienne, dice, mince, how to use)

    • Nutritional Information 

    • Food handling, allergens, dietary restrictions

    • Specific cooking techniques 

    • Measurements and conversions

    • Cleanliness 

  • More in-depth description is coming soon !!!!!!!!

*** Our Techniques and skills will be taught during class, but to truly benefit, students should practice the skills at home to create necessary muscle memory and improve the skills. Practicing will help them create a strong foundation of habit and knowledge.

What to Bring / Attire

  • Smock / T-shirt / Apron - We will be playing with food. Incase we do not ruin our clothes, having that extra layer will be great. Each student must bring a three-ring binder to hold study material and recipes provided during class. Students bring these home to enjoy, and then bring back with them when they return for the next class.

    • We offer professional grade chef coats & hats. Inquire for price Personalized chefwear takes 1 - 3 weeks to arrive.​

  • Towel - To save a couple of tree's we ask that your child bring a drying cloth so they can wipe off their hands when they are preparing food. 

  • Open Attitude - We are going to be trying a lot of new things so having an open mind and understanding is key for us to have fun! 

  • Closed Toe Shoes - No matter what time of year it is, students are required to wear closed-toe shoes (crocks and keens are acceptable as long as they have their toes covered)

  • Hair must be pulled back neatly. We do not want to eat our hair! 

Tuition

  • Tuition is based on the full 6 classes and is listed on the Session sign up form. 

  • Tuition is due by the start of the first class.

Absence / Cancellations

  • If a student has a planned absence, staff must be notified no less than three (3) business days prior to the absence to adjust food supplies. If this notification is provided, a tuition credit may be applied. The credit can be used towards class, or the value can be transferred for use toward any other program, based on availability.

  • We understand that last-minute absences sometimes occur. Should a last-minute absence occur, it is our policy to retain 50% of the fee from the missed class, in order to cover prepurchased supply costs and office management duties. The credit balance can be applied to future programs.

Class Schedule 

Just looking for a fun Class ? 

Here is a list of our Pop Up Classes.

  • Buffalo Kids Run
    Buffalo Kids Run
    Jun 07, 2025, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
    Delaware Park , Delaware Park, Buffalo, NY, USA
    Come Take part in the Independent Health Foundation's 37th Annual Kids Run. This is a FREE, family event that will take place rain or shine on June 7, 2025! This is a Great for all ages event. AND don't forget to Come visit me if the Health & Wellness Tent
  • Pete's Birthday Party
    Pete's Birthday Party
    Jun 22, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Niagara Produce of Elma, 3131 Transit Rd, Elma, NY 14059, USA
    Come Take part as Playful Produce Turns 2 !
  • Kids Cooking Class - Let's Play in the Dirt
    Kids Cooking Class - Let's Play in the Dirt
    Jul 08, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Niagara Produce of Elma, 3131 Transit Rd, Elma, NY 14059, USA
    Welcome to our Kids Cooking Class Our Class is designed for ages 7-12 who love to cook! See Below for Details about the event
  • Kids Cooking Class - Let's Play in the Dirt
    Kids Cooking Class - Let's Play in the Dirt
    Jul 09, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Meet & Eat Charcuterie, 799 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14210, USA
    Welcome to our Kids Cooking Class Our Class is designed for ages 7-12 who love to cook! See Below for Details about the event
  • Summer Camp at OPCC - International Food Week
    Summer Camp at OPCC - International Food Week
    Jul 14, 2025, 3:00 PM – Jul 18, 2025, 6:00 PM
    Orchard Park Community Center Cafe, 4520 California Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127, USA
    If you are between the ages of 8 - 15, Come Join Us for a fun filled week at the Orchard Park Rec Department Week 1 is 7/14-7/18 International Foods from 3-6pm every day!
  • Kids Cooking Class - Around the World
    Kids Cooking Class - Around the World
    Jul 15, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Niagara Produce of Elma, 3131 Transit Rd, Elma, NY 14059, USA
    Welcome to our Kids Cooking Class Our Class is designed for ages 7-12 who love to cook! See Below for Details about the event
  • Kids Cooking Class - Around the World
    Kids Cooking Class - Around the World
    Jul 16, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Meet & Eat Charcuterie, 799 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14210, USA
    Welcome to our Kids Cooking Class Our Class is designed for ages 7-12 who love to cook! See Below for Details about the event
  • Summer Kids Cooking Series
    Summer Kids Cooking Series
    Jul 17, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
    The Community Kitchen at the Rails , 2939 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14214, USA
    A perfect 4 part summer session where we will utilize books from Read It & Eat Bookshop to create culinary masterpieces! Ages 7 and Up
  • Kids Cooking Class - OoEy GoOeY Week
    Kids Cooking Class - OoEy GoOeY Week
    Jul 22, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Niagara Produce of Elma, 3131 Transit Rd, Elma, NY 14059, USA
    Welcome to our Kids Cooking Class Our Class is designed for ages 7-12 who love to cook! See Below for Details about the event
  • Kids Cooking Class - OoEy GoOeY Week
    Kids Cooking Class - OoEy GoOeY Week
    Jul 23, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Meet & Eat Charcuterie, 799 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14210, USA
    Welcome to our Kids Cooking Class Our Class is designed for ages 7-12 who love to cook! See Below for Details about the event
  • Summer Kids Cooking Series
    Summer Kids Cooking Series
    Jul 24, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
    The Community Kitchen at the Rails , 2939 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14214, USA
    A perfect 4 part summer session where we will utilize books from Read It & Eat Bookshop to create culinary masterpieces! Ages 7 and Up
  • Summer Camp at OPCC  - Fake Out Foods
    Summer Camp at OPCC  - Fake Out Foods
    Jul 28, 2025, 3:00 PM – Aug 01, 2025, 6:00 PM
    Orchard Park Community Center Cafe, 4520 California Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127, USA
    If you are between the ages of 8 - 15, Come Join Us for a fun filled week at the Orchard Park Rec Department Week 2: 7/28-8/1 is Fake out Foods from 3-6pm every day!
  • Kids Cooking Class  - Fake Out Foods
    Kids Cooking Class  - Fake Out Foods
    Jul 29, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Niagara Produce of Elma, 3131 Transit Rd, Elma, NY 14059, USA
    Welcome to our Kids Cooking Class Our Class is designed for ages 7-12 who love to cook! See Below for Details about the event
  • Kids Cooking Class - Fake out Foods
    Kids Cooking Class - Fake out Foods
    Jul 30, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Meet & Eat Charcuterie, 799 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14210, USA
    Welcome to our Kids Cooking Class Our Class is designed for ages 7-12 who love to cook! See Below for Details about the event
  • Summer Kids Cooking Series
    Summer Kids Cooking Series
    Jul 31, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
    The Community Kitchen at the Rails , 2939 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14214, USA
    A perfect 4 part summer session where we will utilize books from Read It & Eat Bookshop to create culinary masterpieces! Ages 7 and Up
  • Kids Cooking Class - Under the Big Top
    Kids Cooking Class - Under the Big Top
    Aug 05, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Niagara Produce of Elma, 3131 Transit Rd, Elma, NY 14059, USA
    Welcome to our Kids Cooking Class Our Class is designed for ages 7-12 who love to cook! See Below for Details about the event
  • Kids Cooking Class - Under the Big Top
    Kids Cooking Class - Under the Big Top
    Aug 06, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Meet & Eat Charcuterie, 799 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14210, USA
    Welcome to our Kids Cooking Class Our Class is designed for ages 7-12 who love to cook! See Below for Details about the event
  • Summer Kids Cooking Series
    Summer Kids Cooking Series
    Aug 07, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
    The Community Kitchen at the Rails , 2939 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14214, USA
    A perfect 4 part summer session where we will utilize books from Read It & Eat Bookshop to create culinary masterpieces! Ages 7 and Up

Waiver and Release

We care about each member of our classes and staff. For each class, we have attached a Waiver & Release Form to ensure the well being of everyone. 

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