Exploring our connection to food.
Many do not know this but...
most of my early culinary journey was from watching the food network while home on Maternity leave with my daughter, I had loved to cook for many years, and there were many ingredients I enjoyed eating, but was too intimidated to try to cook them at home. At only 24 years old with 2 small children we had a small food budget so messing up a main ingredient wasn’t something I could afford to do, but I knew I could learn….. Now I am privileged to share that knowledge with others, helping kids, adults and families build confidence in the kitchen!
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS
Nicole Puffer
Founder, Head Chef
Katherine Garcia
Kids programming
MEET YOUR CAMP TEAM
Abbey Puffer
Camp Counselor - Head Baker
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Sierra Puffer
Kids programming
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
“During Remote Learning, we asked Chef Nicole to partner with us to create a virtual cooking class for our entire school of 300+ students, that would give our learners a fun activity, some useful skills in the kitchen and most importantly, to build community among our families. Chef Nicole worked with us to design a custom class which suited our diverse age groups and cooking experience. During the virtual class, Chef Nicole exuded expertise and warmth, encouraged questions and took us on an exceptional culinary journey. If you are looking for a top-notch experience for your students, Chef Nicole won't disappoint!”
Crystal - Elementary teacher
Chef Nicole
Founder/ Head Chef
School Programs
Nourishing Ninjas
JK - Grade 1
In this interactive workshops our youngest Jr Chefs learn about the benefits of eating all the colours of the rainbow, followed by a hands on activity making edible works of art, including pico de gallo and guacamole served with tortilla chips
Edible Explorers
Grades 2-4
These interactive workshops begin with an age appropriate nutrition talk followed by a choice of hands on interactive activities, the learning outcomes will vary depending on the workshop chosen, but include fine motor skills, artistic expression and an understanding of the science behind why & how dough rises.
Flourishing Foodies Grades 5-6
In these interactive workshops we explore beginner knife skills using age appropriate equipment, science of yeast as well as expanding on our nutrition talk. Learning outcomes depend on what workshop is chosen but will always include fun activities that encourage participants to add more colour and nutrition to their plate.
Nourish & Learn Grades 7 & 8
In these interactive hands on workshops we talk about how participants can create their own balanced plate, heathier and creative snack alternatives and expressing their creativity using food.
Demonstrating that making snacks at home can be fun may help encourage participants to consume less processed foods.
Community Programs
Skill Building workshops
We offer a variety of Chef led hands on workshops that are able to be customized for your groups needs and skill levels. These workshops are intended to help build skills and confidence in the kitchen
Teambuilding
Looking for a fun an interactive way to bond with your group or team this option is for you. We put together collaborative and competitive options. Prefer to sit back and learn from the Chef ask about our Chefs table option for your next group outing.
Online Workshops
Cook along side a chef in real time! Our online cooking classes are designed to help you learn how to cook like a pro, Learn techniques and skills that will help you become the hero of your own kitchen.
