About Our Cooking Classes
Join us for a fun and interactive cooking classes for the whole family. Eating healthy doesn’t have to be expensive, fancy, or tasteless. Our cooking and nutrition classes are a fun hands-on learning opportunity for families to come together to learn, cook, and eat healthy and tasty meals that won’t break the bank. Leaving the shopping and cleaning for us, take a night off and have some fun cooking with your family. Enjoy a family style meal together at the end of class.
What to expect
Learn about grocery shopping, reading food labels, meal prep and cooking healthy and delicious foods on a budget in our 6-week workshop offered twice a year using the Cooking Matters curriculum. Children 6 and older are encouraged to participate, and child care is offered for children under 6. Each week, participants take home a bag of groceries to recreate the meal at home or get creative and customize your own meal. Picky eaters both young and old will find something they like!
Budget Hacks
Shopping for healthy foods that will fill you up and stretch your budget. Also learn how to read unit prices to find the best deals. Save money and reduce waste by reusing leftover ingredients creatively.
Cooking Basic
Hands-on learning about knife skills, cooking terms, measurements, how to stock your pantry, and keep food safe. Even when you have no time, you can make food that’s healthy, easy, and affordable.
Health and Nutrition
Learn simple tricks to stay healthy on a budget as well as make meals that are yummy and healthy. Families with children 6 and older will learn and practice skills to bring home.
Our Cooking Classes address:
- Healthy eating and picky eaters.
- Cooking skills and recipe modification and substitutions.
- Shopping on a budget.
- Family togetherness.
Common topics for participants or parents/caretakers:
- Healthy Cooking Techniques.
- Time-saving techniques and recipes for busy families.
- Budget-Friendly Meal Planning.
Parent / Caregiver Testimonials
I enjoyed trying new ingredients, meeting new people, and trying new food groups.
This was such a great way to connect with my kid. I loved every class.
Cooking Matters for Families has helped me become more creative with cooking and use what we have at home. Cooking Matters has helped me feed my family better. Throughout the workshop, we have become more consciously aware of what we are putting into our bodies – we make an effort to read labels and incorporate more nutritionally dense foods.
Learn from each other We can't wait to meet you!
We believe in the power of shared experiences and the wisdom of learning with others who understand your journey. Whether you’re joining a playgroup, attending a parenting class, or volunteering in our community garden, you’ll find a sense of belonging and support. We create opportunities for families to come together and build lasting relationships.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the workshop cost?
This is a FREE workshop and includes a free meal during each class and free groceries to take home every week!
Can my child be in the kitchen too?
YES! Children 6 and older are welcome to help in the kitchen.
Do you provide childcare?
Yes, children under 6 can be in childcare.
What is the time commitment?
Classes are for 6 weeks, once a week for two hours. We offer one in the Fall and one in the Spring. We also offer one-time learning sessions throughout the year. Check out our calendar for upcoming workshop opportunities!