School Holiday Cooking Workshop

From AUD $129.00
  • 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!