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After School Classes

Your kids will have a blast while developing independence and essential life skills. These hands-on cooking classes inspire children to explore new flavors and ingredients fostering a lifelong healthy relationship with food.  Through collaborative group work students build teamwork and communication skills, all while enhancing problem solving, resilience and adaptability. In our classes, creativity takes center stage as students are encouraged to go beyond the recipe, exploring their own innovative ideas. Cooking connects us all, and your child will make new friends, find a supportive space to ask questions, and express themselves in a nurturing environment.

What They'll Learn

  • Become Culinary Adventurers
    Our hands-on, immersive classes spark imagination and ignite a passion for cooking by engaging all five senses. Students will experience the thrill of trying new things and discovering their own culinary style.

  • Master Essential Kitchen Skills
    From kitchen safety to knife skills, students will gain confidence in the kitchen. They'll explore exciting cooking techniques and learn how to choose the freshest ingredients to make their dishes shine.

  • Build a Strong Foundation
    Students will master the art of following recipes with precision while experiencing the joy of sharing meals. They'll also learn how to foster engaging, meaningful conversations at the table—a key element of culinary connection.

  • Unleash Their Inner Chef
    By learning to trust their instincts, kids will gain the confidence to use recipes as inspiration, allowing their creativity to flow and turning every dish into a unique expression of their culinary vision.

  • Find Joy and Focus in the Kitchen
    We teach students to cultivate curiosity, confidence, and calm in the kitchen. Through mindful cooking, they’ll experience the fulfillment that comes with creating something from scratch.

  • Connect Through Food
    Cooking is all about community. Students will collaborate with their peers, share their creations, and discover the joy that comes from connecting with others over a shared love of food.

Helpful Details

  • Classes are held in Northeast Yonkers, Westchester, NY.

  • Classes are for ages 8+, except for Teen Cooking Technique which is for ages 13-17,

  • After-school classes are six sessions.

  • The cost includes all food, supplies, and equipment.

  • Our recipes have no nuts, but our facility is not nut-free. 

  • Recipes that are not vegetarian have vegetarian alternatives.

  • Please send a take-home container so students can bring home what they make.

  • Students should wear closed-toed shoes and bring a hair tie, if needed.

  • Make-ups are limited, but please email Hello@gatherculinary.com to see if we can accommodate them. 

Bonus Skills

We're not just shaping future chefs; we're nurturing the next generation of creative, confident, and curious food lovers!

Here's what your child will experience:

Explore a World of Flavors
They’ll broaden their palate, cultivating a lifelong love for trying new and exciting foods from around the globe.

Become Fearless in the Kitchen
No recipe will stand in their way! We equip them with essential skills and the confidence to experiment, turning every cooking session into a joyful adventure.

Unleash Their Culinary Imagination
Our camps transform recipes into launching pads for delicious creations, where your child’s unique ideas take center stage.

Discover the Art of Mindful Cooking
Through focused, mindful cooking, kids will gain a deeper appreciation for the process of creating meals, learning to cook with calm and intention.

Build Lasting Friendships
Shared meals, laughter, and a shared passion for food foster meaningful connections, creating bonds that last beyond the kitchen.

With 28 years of teaching experience, I make cooking an adventure filled with fun and learning! Kids develop essential skills in math, reading, problem-solving, and critical thinking—all while building lasting memories they'll carry with them for life.

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September 2024 - June 2025 Afterschool Classes
If you are planning on enrolling for the entire year, please email me for a discount code

In a world that often demands perfection, kids need spaces where they can experiment, make mistakes, and grow. The fear of failure can stifle their creativity and problem-solving abilities. That’s why our cooking classes are the perfect recipe for building resilience!

When things don’t go as planned in the kitchen, kids learn that mistakes aren’t setbacks—they’re opportunities to grow. They’ll troubleshoot, adapt, and find creative solutions, discovering that missteps are simply part of the learning process. This experience empowers them to approach challenges with confidence, knowing they can succeed even when things don’t go as expected—a valuable life skill that reaches far beyond the classroom.

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