A youth centered cooking school
Rooks to Cooks was developed to be a safe, supportive and inclusive space for youth to learn to cook and bake, while growing into the best versions of themselves through the process.
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Programs for every young chef
filter through our exciting range of culinary programs to find the perfect fit for your chef-to-be.
2025 CREATIVE COOKS SWEET & SAVOURY (EXPERI...
With: Onsite teams
Date: August 25 - August 29 2025
Time: 9am-4:30pm(M-Th) 6:30pm(Fri)
Pumpkin-Spiced MOCHI Workshop
With: Collaboration with The Mom Market!
Date: September 20, 2025
Time: 11am-3pm.
$19.50
Our recipe for success
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Our Curriculum
Developed by certified teachers and professional chefs, our curriculum strikes the perfect balance of fun, education, and inspiration. We prioritize creativity and innovation in our recipe selection, choosing exciting dishes that encourage exploration and engagement. Our menus are designed not only to teach essential cooking skills but also to impart invaluable nutritional knowledge. This approach ensures that every recipe captivates our students, allowing them to learn while enjoying the culinary process. -
Our Staff
At Rooks to Cooks, our highly qualified staff includes seasoned chefs, certified teachers, and experienced youth workers. Together they create a supportive and inspiring educational environment that empowers campers to reach their full potential, both in and out of the kitchen. All team members are trained in first aid and CPR, hold food handler certificates, and have police checks for a safe learning experience. -
Class Structure
Our class structure mirrors that of professional culinary schools, incorporating a blend of chef-led demonstrations, recipe review exercises, and hands-on practice. This approach caters to diverse learning styles, ensuring all students can thrive. Most classes feature both group and individual work, emphasizing the importance of teamwork while guaranteeing that every student gains practical experience with every aspect of each recipe.
WE ARE PEANUT FREE AND ALLERGY AWARE
Rooks to Cooks is both Peanut Free and Allergy Aware! We ask that parents speak to our staff about any known allergies prior to the start of your program. We strive to accommodate all campers and we will work with parents and children to ensure that the necessary precautions have been taken. It is important that all parties (camp staff, parents and campers) clearly understand that, in no way, can we guarantee that we will be able to remove all allergy-inducing ingredients from our recipes.
Our Spaces
We run our programs out of a wide variety of sites across the GTA. In Schools, Community Centers, Churches for our Summer Camps and public programming and in homes of our clients for Birthday Parties.
Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
Indulge in Chef Shai’s Signature Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, a delightful treat blending rich cocoa with a unique avocado oil twist. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies offer a soft, chewy texture with a sweet, crinkled top. This recipe yields 2 dozen cookies, each one a perfect blend of sweetness and chocolatey goodness. Follow these simple steps to bake your own batch of these irresistible treats that are sure to become a family favorite!
