Free Family Fun in NYC with Food
Are you looking for a fun and educational activity for your family? Look no further than the culinary arts! Cooking is a great way to bond with your children and help them develop life skills. In this post, we will cover the benefits of culinary education and some fun ways to get involved in New York City!
The Benefits of Culinary Arts for Kids
Building a Love of Learning
Is your child not as curious or passionate as they could be? Cooking requires a combination of skills and passion that reinforce each other. From STEM to Arts, all fields of education benefit from passionate learners. Cooking is an easy way to see (and taste) what studying can accomplish.


Encourages Creativity
Cooking is a form of art and allows kids to use their imagination to create new recipes and experiment with different flavors. Every bite comes with a tasty lesson!


Teaches Responsibility
Cooking involves following recipes and measuring ingredients accurately. Kids learn the importance of being responsible and precise, and understand that being the boss of the family dinner means eating what you make. With the right encouragement, family cooking can help you give your child a sense of meaning and mastery.


Boosts confidence and Promotes Healthy Eating
Is your kid a picky eater? A recent study reveals that culinary education reduces food phobia and improves eating habits. Another study showed that six months after basic culinary classes, students in grades 3-8 ate more vegetables and were more confident about sharing food knowledge with their families. Learning to make good meals may introduce a new food expert to your home! Who knows what topic your child may want to dive into next?


Good food is fun, and learning about it can be a memorable experience for your child. We have some fun ideas to get your kid excited about making food!