School Holiday Cooking Workshop
- Duration: 4 Days (approx.)
- Location: Abbotsford, VIC
- Product code: P7TFLM
Looking for an exciting and educational activity for your child this school holiday? Our School Holiday Cooking Workshop is the perfect choice for kids and teens aged 10-16!
This fully hands-on experience combines food preparation, cultural exploration, and teamwork to create lasting memories and valuable life skills.
Workshop Highlights
- Small Class Sizes: Personalized attention with only 8 to 24 participants per class.
- Hands-On Fun: Kids cook together in 2-3 person teams, fostering teamwork while learning essential techniques.
- Expert Guidance: Led by professional chefs in a purpose-built kitchen for an engaging, safe, and structured experience.
- Discussion Topics: Explore relevant issues like food sustainability, healthy eating, and minimizing waste.
- Tasty Creations: Every child will prepare a healthy meal from scratch to enjoy on-site.
What’s Included?
- Interactive Learning: Guided by expert chefs, kids will discover how to cook a variety of global cuisines. Each day focuses on one specific cuisine—Chinese, Vietnamese, Japanese, or Italian—with a delicious menu to match.
- Skill-Building: Participants will learn essential skills, including knife techniques, food safety, and meal preparation with fresh ingredients.
- Culinary Exploration: Through discussions and activities, kids will gain insights into food seasonality, sustainability, and even food justice.
- Tasting Adventure: Every child will enjoy their culinary creations and sample dishes made by their peers, fostering a sense of community and collaboration.
On the Day
- Enjoy an exciting 1–3 hour session filled with cooking, cultural learning, and delicious food.
- Students will prepare and cook traditional dishes like makizushi, pho, or wonton soup under expert chef guidance.
- Wrap up with a shared dining experience while exploring the cultural stories behind the food.
Daily Cuisines & Menus
Chinese (Tuesday)
- Wonton Soup
- Stir-Fried Noodles with Bok Choy
- Kung Pao Chicken
Vietnamese (Wednesday)
- Vietnamese Chicken Salad
- Spring Rolls
- Pho with Aromatic Chicken Stock
- Fish Sauce Dressing
Japanese (Thursday)
- Savory Okonomiyaki Pancakes
- Sushi Rolls (using salmon, kingfish, or cucumber)
- Miso Soup
Italian (Friday)
- Chicken Cutlets
- Simple Tomato Sauce with Egg Pasta
- Homemade Tiramisu
Important Details
- Duration: Class runs from 10 AM to 12:30 PM. Please arrive 10 minutes early.
- Who Can Join: Suitable for children aged 10-16. Note that teens with severe food allergies cannot be accommodated.
- Single-Day or Full Week: Join for a single day or experience all four cuisines during the week. Please note your booking will have the "item" of which day to join. Please ignore the start-finish date of the course.
Booking Information
- Book early to secure your spot—spaces fill up fast!
- For cancellations or rescheduling, notify us at least 14 days in advance.
- Ensure your child is present to avoid missing important safety instructions at the start of class.
Reviews
“My daughter loved this! Very well-organized and fun. She learned so much.” – Sarala Fitzgerald
“Fantastic experience. Great teaching and delicious results!” – Rachel Burrows
Give your child a memorable and enriching experience this school holiday. Book their seat in our cooking workshop today!