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Cooking Classes
Looking for fun, hands-on cooking classes in Centennial, CO? Our cooking programs offer youth, kids, and adults the opportunity to build confidence in the kitchen while creating delicious recipes from scratch. From interactive youth cooking classes that teach foundational kitchen skills to specialty workshops like charcuterie board design, our classes combine creativity, practical life skills, and plenty of tasting along the way. Whether you’re joining us to learn the basics or explore something new, our cooking classes provide a welcoming, engaging environment for all experience levels.
3 Key Benefits of Taking a Cooking Class:
Builds Confidence & Independence: Cooking empowers participants to feel capable and self-sufficient. Kids and teens gain real-life skills they can use at home, while adults build confidence trying new techniques and recipes in a supportive environment.
Encourages Creativity: From experimenting with flavors to designing a beautiful charcuterie board, cooking is both a science and an art. Participants learn how to combine ingredients, explore presentation, and make each dish uniquely their own.
Teaches Lifelong Healthy Habits: Cooking classes promote smart food choices, portion awareness, and an understanding of ingredients. Learning how to prepare meals from scratch helps build lifelong habits that support overall wellness.
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Cooking and Crafting: 5-13 years
In this unique kids’ cooking class, youth ages 5-13 will learn a semi-homemade recipe and create a fun craft in each weekly class. Past classes have made everything from tacos and shrink art, to cookie bars and treasure boxes. Classes are often themed to holidays and other fun events.
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
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| Lucky Pancakes & Shamrock Stamping! (Mar 12) | 5-13 | 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Mar 12th, 2026 | Mar 12th, 2026 | Nov 20th, 2025 | 0 | Enroll | |
| Sugar-Coated Marshmallow Peeps & Easter Basket Decorating (Mar 26) | 5-13 | 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Mar 26th, 2026 | Mar 26th, 2026 | Nov 20th, 2025 | 0 | Enroll | |
| Cloud Dough & Cheesy Quesadillas Cooking (Apr 9) | 5-13 | 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Apr 9th, 2026 | Apr 9th, 2026 | Nov 20th, 2025 | 0 | Enroll | |
| Earth Day Watercolor Art & Dirt Dessert Cups (Apr 16) | 5-13 | 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Apr 16th, 2026 | Apr 16th, 2026 | Nov 20th, 2025 | 0 | Enroll |
Kids Cooking: 9-14 years
From mixing and measuring to chopping and sauteing, young chefs ages 9-14 will enjoy this deliciously fun, technique based, hands-on kids cooking class. Working together, your tween or teen will learn how to make meals such as omelets, fajitas, chicken marsala, and a sweet treat.
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
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| Cooking (Jun 3-Jul 8) | 9-14 | Wednesday | 6:15pm - 7:30pm | Jun 3rd, 2026 | Jul 8th, 2026 | Aug 11th, 2025 | 2 | Enroll |
| Cooking (Jul 22-Aug 26) | 9-14 | Wednesday | 6:15pm - 7:30pm | Jul 22nd, 2026 | Aug 26th, 2026 | Aug 11th, 2025 | 6 | Enroll |
Charcuterie Board Classes: 16+ years
Charcuterie board classes are a great time for a friend’s outing or a date night. Boards often include a variety of meats, cheeses, fruits and nuts. Occasionally, we theme boards around a holiday, which means your board may have some different surprises depending on the season.
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
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Frequently Asked Questions
When can my child start taking a cooking class?
Q: When can my child start taking a cooking class?
A: Cooking classes begin at age 9 because students need to be able to see above a pot sitting on a hot stove, and students will learn knife skills. We do not allow younger students in our cooking class. However, we do offer Cooking and Crafting, which is for students as young as age 5. This class does not use an oven or sharp knives.
What will my child learn in a youth cooking class?
Q: What will my child learn in a youth cooking class?
A: Cooking classes cover the basics of cooking, including kitchen safety, food preparation techniques, basic recipes, and nutrition basics
Can my child request dietary accommodations?
Q: Can my child request dietary accommodations?
A: Yes, we accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies to the best of our ability. Please inform us of any dietary concerns during the registration process.
How do I register my child for a cooking class?
Q: How do I register my child for a cooking class?
A: Registration is simple! Visit our online registration portal, website, or contact our front desk to secure your child’s spot. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended.
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