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Desert Research and Extension Center
1004 Holton Road
Holtville, CA 92250
Phone: (760) 356-3060
Fax: (760) 356-3073

Summer Cooking Academy

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Cooking Academy Flyer and Itinerary

Register Here for the Cooking Academy

Another great FREE opportunity to have fun this summer! Farm Smart and UC Cal Fresh Healthy Living will be hosting a Cooking Academy beginning July 11th for kids/teens ages 7-18. This program will be once a week and is a great introduction into kitchen safety and cooking basics. There is opportunities for teens ages 13-18 to help lead as "Teen Teachers" and they will receive a volunteer certificate upon completion! More information can be found on the flyer or email vlanderos@ucanr.edu for additional questions
 
Deadline to register is June 30th
 

Week 1: Teens as Teachers Training

The first week will be for the 13-18 year old participants where you will learn

Week 2: Kitchen Rules & Safety

Understand the importance of rules and safety in the kitchen - learn how to use kitchen tools, cooking terminology, and how to read a recipe.

Week 3: Crispy Tofu + Stir Fry

Practice, prepare, and enjoy a variety of vegetables and new foods.

Week 4: Berry French Toast

Learn about grains and how to make a classic breakfast dish!

Week 5: Rainbow Pinwheel Veggie Wraps

Identify and learn to prepare healthy snacks and beverages at home and school.

Week 6: Creamy Mac & Cheese

Learn to choose healthy food and make a whole wheat pasta dish.

Week 7: Apple Pie Cups

Prepare an easy and quick healthy dessert option

Waivers

All participants require a signed waiver of liability to participate in University of California Program:

Farm Smart Program Waiver of Liability