Chefcitos is an interactive in-person cooking class for all youth grades K-6. During these classes, children will learn how to use appropriate cooking tools and will create fun, seasonal recipes.
Cost: $30 per child with a 50% discount for National City residents.
Cancellation Policy: If you cannot attend the class and would like a refund, notify us at least 5 days prior to the scheduled class. We are unable to refund cancellations made within 5 days of the class, given staff time and materials purchases.
For any questions, please contact Youth Nutrition Education Specialist, Morgan, at [email protected].

Join us this month for a Valentine’s snack themed Chefcitos class! We’ll work together to make delicious snacks using produce from our garden. Children in grades K-6 are invited to become adventurous eaters, learning kitchen skills and building confidence in the kitchen with us! Register for a spot today, spaces are limited. /// ¡Acompáñenos este mes en una clase de Chefcitos con temática de bocadillos para San Valentín! Trabajaremos juntos para preparar deliciosos bocadillos con productos de nuestra huerta. ¡Invitamos a los niños de kínder a sexto grado a convertirse en comensales aventureros, aprender habilidades culinarias y desarrollar confianza en la cocina con nosotros! Inscríbase hoy mismo, las plazas son limitadas.

Join us this month for a Valentine’s snack themed Chefcitos class! We’ll work together to make delicious snacks using produce from our garden. Children in grades K-6 are invited to become adventurous eaters, learning kitchen skills and building confidence in the kitchen with us! Register for a spot today, spaces are limited. /// ¡Acompáñenos este mes en una clase de Chefcitos con temática de bocadillos para San Valentín! Trabajaremos juntos para preparar deliciosos bocadillos con productos de nuestra huerta. ¡Invitamos a los niños de kínder a sexto grado a convertirse en comensales aventureros, aprender habilidades culinarias y desarrollar confianza en la cocina con nosotros! Inscríbase hoy mismo, las plazas son limitadas.

Our family cooking classes are back with a special recipe: Veggie Sushi! This class is a way to connect as a family and come together in the kitchen. We hope you join our educator for a fun, hands-on class that will result in a delicious dinner of veggie sushi & exciting sides! This class requires one adult to accompany one child (K-6th grade). You and your little one will both create your own sushi.
We offer 1.5 hour classes for up to 14 children. ($35/child or minimum of $350)
To request a private kid’s cooking class, email [email protected].
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