Learn how to craft a gourmet multi-course meal with The War Memorial’s own classically French-Trained Executive Chef Joe Paxton in our new Alger Center kitchen.  Kids will be taught how to make a restaurant quality dish in a way that is both approachable and fun!

Designed for young chefs ages 7 and older, this hands-on experience lets children explore the world of food through the lens of a trained executive chef in a real professional kitchen.

Please note, all children will be cooking the same meal at individual stations that are staffed by The War Memorial's culinary team.  As a result, we are unable to accomodate any dietary restrictions.

In this exciting class, kids will:

• Learn Basic Cooking Skills: From chopping and mixing to measuring and stirring, kids will gain essential kitchen skills in a safe and supervised environment.
• Explore New Ingredients: They'll discover a variety of fresh, healthy ingredients and learn about their flavors, textures, and nutritional benefits.
• Create Delicious Dishes: Each session features fun, kid-friendly recipes that children will prepare themselves, always including a full meal!
• Practice Kitchen Safety: They'll learn important kitchen safety tips and proper hygiene practices, ensuring a safe cooking experience.
• Enjoy a Full Meal: At the end of each class, kids will enjoy the gourmet meal that they created!

Join us for a culinary adventure that will inspire your child's taste buds and boost their confidence in the kitchen!

Our chef-crafted menu will feature a Garden Salad w/ House Ranch, Pan-Seared Chicken w/ Apple Cider Pan Sauce, Roasted Yukon Gold Lyonnaise, and Orange-Glazed Carrots

Closed toe shoes are required.

Long pants are required. No Shorts or dresses.

We are unable to accomodate dietary restrictions.

Ages 7+

All children will receive a chef hat to bring home.

Bring containers for leftovers.

Code of Conduct can be found here.

Participation Waiver can be found here.

“I think that if all kids aspire to reach a point where they could feed themselves and a few of their friends, this would be good for the entire world, surely.”     -Anthony Bourdain

The Modern Manners program provides children the tools they need to navigate a complicated world with kindness, class, and confidence. This age appropriate program takes place over an elegant three-course meal and empowers children to elevate their behaviors to make others (and themselves) more comfortable.

Topics include:

• First impressions and introductions
• Greetings and handshakes
• Polite conversations and friendship
• How to speak to adults and other superiors
• Correspondence and phone manners
• How to be a great host and guestHow to give and receive graciouslyHow to be a good teammate, partner, and leader
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