Youth Cooking Classes with "Eat Pretty Darling" (Winter/Spring)
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COOKING CLASSES!! (ages 6-12)
Souper Chefs
Chop, stir and simmer your way to the perfect bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup! In this hands-on class, young chefs will learn basic knife skills, soup-making techniques and the comfort of cooking from scratch.
Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Registration Deadline: Monday, January 19, 2026
Time: 5:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Fees: $35(M)*, $52(NM & NR)
*Discount applied at checkout
Location: OCC Large Classroom/Kitchen
Bake My Heart
Get creative in the kitchen as we bake and decorate heart-shaped sugar cookies with colorful icing, sprinkles and love! This fun, hands-on class teaches basic baking skills while letting young chefs design their own sweet Valentine's Day treats to take home.
Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Registration Deadline: Monday, February 9, 2026
Time: 5:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Fees: $35(M)*, $52(NM & NR)
*Discount applied at checkout
Location: OCC Large Classroom/Kitchen
Pi Party
Celebrate Pi Day the delicious way by baking your very own pies from scratch! In this hands-on class, young chefs will learn the magic of measuring, mixing and rolling dough while discovering why math never tasted so good.
Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Registration Deadline: Monday, March 16, 2026
Time: 5:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Fees: $35(M)*, $52(NM & NR)
*Discount applied at checkout
Location: OCC Large Classroom/Kitchen
Lemon Love
When life gives us lemons, we cook up something sweet and savory! In this zesty class, young chefs will explore the bright flavor of lemon as they whip up a delicious dessert and a savory dish that show just how versatile this citrus fruit can be.
Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Registration Deadline: Monday, April 20, 2026
Time: 5:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Fees: $35(M)*, $52(NM & NR)
*Discount applied at checkout
Location: OCC Large Classroom/Kitchen
Treats for Mom
Treat someone special to a delightful tea party experience filled with tasty bites and beautiful memories! In this hands-on class, kids will create mini sandwiches and scones for a charming afternoon to bring home to mom.
Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Registration Deadline: Monday, May 11, 2026
Time: 5:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Fees: $35(M)*, $52(NM & NR)
*Discount applied at checkout
Location: OCC Large Classroom/Kitchen
Instructor: Katie Blauser
Katie Blauser is the creator of Eat Pretty Darling, where she shares playful recipes and simple food art that can get even the pickiest eater excited for meal time! Her creativity brings food to life and encourages kids to try something new. She published her first children's cookbook in 2021, Pandas Love Pickles: Let's Eat! and now teaches cooking classes around the Dayton area.
