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Children wearing white chef hats are preparing dough at a wooden table covered in flour. The background features a restaurant setting with people dining at tables with checkered tablecloths.
Children wearing white chef hats are preparing dough at a wooden table covered in flour. The background features a restaurant setting with people dining at tables with checkered tablecloths.

Our Cooking Philosophy

We believe kids are capable of cooking from an early age, especially if it comes off as fun and interactive instead of chores. Our gamified approach encourages kids to master cooking by progressing through levels of delicious creativity.

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Cooking Adventures Await

Engaging cooking lessons and fun challenges designed for kids to learn and explore culinary skills. Our goal is to inspire kids to create not just cookies and treats, but also wholesome meals featuring vegetables and fruits.

Kids progress through levels, unlocking new recipes and challenges as they master cooking techniques through lessons. While we start with simple shortcuts and mixes, our goal is to encourage kids and their parents to explore cooking healthier using ingredients from scratch.

Two children with long hair are sitting on a kitchen countertop, engaging in a baking activity. One child is scooping a mixture from a white bowl while the other is pouring a liquid from a measuring jug into a muffin tray. The atmosphere is casual and playful.
Two children with long hair are sitting on a kitchen countertop, engaging in a baking activity. One child is scooping a mixture from a white bowl while the other is pouring a liquid from a measuring jug into a muffin tray. The atmosphere is casual and playful.
A family scene with two young children and an adult, engaging in a meal preparation or snack time. Various food items, including a package of turkey breast, rolled cold cuts, grapes, sliced bell peppers, and lemonade, are arranged on a table. The atmosphere is warm and nurturing, with the adult appearing to assist or supervise. The children are smiling and focused on the food. Art supplies and drawings are visible, suggesting a playful environment.
A family scene with two young children and an adult, engaging in a meal preparation or snack time. Various food items, including a package of turkey breast, rolled cold cuts, grapes, sliced bell peppers, and lemonade, are arranged on a table. The atmosphere is warm and nurturing, with the adult appearing to assist or supervise. The children are smiling and focused on the food. Art supplies and drawings are visible, suggesting a playful environment.

Frequently asked questions

Who is this website for?

This website is built for kids as young as 2 years old, assuming their parents are guiding the kid chef and facilitating the task. While we assume this would be most helpful for kids under the age for 6, we think older kids can also try it out, possibly with more age appropriate independence.

Do you have any tips to minimize the mess while cooking with kids?

Absolutely. We hear you. It can be triggering to see the mess involved, especially when they are that young or new to handling food. While it cannot be avoided, here are some tips to minimize it:

  1. Make sure the cooking space made accessible to the kid is clean.

  2. Wash hands before and after handling foods, with warm and soapy water, and after handling spices, eggs or meat.

  3. Only keep the amount of ingredients you are comfortable getting used or wasted. For e.g., if a recipe calls for 1/2 cup chocolate chips and you don't want your kid eating most off it instead of cooking, take out what you need for the recipe + some for snacking, and put away the rest.

  4. Counter-top trash bin - Keep something handy like a big bowl or even a grocery bag to collect any scraps or other waste.

  5. Clean as you go when possible. Encourage the child to wipe, especially when changing tools or utensils

  6. Have a towel handy to help wipe their hands when they feel icky at times, and another towel for the surfaces.

Is it really safe for kids that young?

We think so. You, the parent know your risk tolerance and your child the most, so we encourage your discretion. But here are some tips that can make it safe to encourage kids in the kitchen.

  1. Move anything the child doesn't need, especially adult knives and tools

  2. Invest in some kid-safe tools such as toddler knives, a learning tower, kid sized oven mitts. You can buy more as you see the need.

  3. Monitor and guide your child to handle food and tools appropriately, especially around the stove, tasting uncooked ingredients etc.

Are there any tips to help with my mindset in making this an enjoyable experience?

  1. Create an invitation to cook by having a clean chopping board, apron and a towel ready

  2. Embrace the mess - Some mess is inevitable. You can control it to a degree by following the first few points, but it is not avoidable. The mess will get under control as they build their chef muscles and as they continue to explore.

  3. Mise en plase - Gather the tools and ingredients ahead of time before starting the instructions

  4. Practice not perfection - the first few times, it might not look or taste as good, and that is okay!

  5. Avoid forcing - if you notice them losing interest, make it playful, talk about the final outcome (or show the pic on the app), take photos of them doing the task at hand, or get them to serve it after you have helped complete the dish

  6. If there are multiple kids, start with only one kid as the chef and consider cooking all together when you, the parent, is ready to manage all the moving parts.

  7. Know that it will take much longer than it would if you did it yourself, but it is okay! They will get faster and might even surprise you with a snack or two in a few months...

I have some recipes I enjoy making with my child. How can I share?

That is amazing. Please use the feedback form to share any suggestions. If you have an actual recipe, feel free to share that as well, and we would be happy to review and craft our own recipe inspired by your suggestions, and publish them.

What's next? Will there be more recipes or lessons?

Yes, CookingQuest will continue to add more content. Our plan is to introduce a subscription soon, where users can level up and learn more complex skills and recipes, and some free easy to follow along recipes as well.

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Two children with festive sweaters are engaged in baking activities. They are rolling out dough on a floured wooden surface. Cookie cutters in various shapes, including stars and gingerbread men, are scattered around. A red mixing bowl with wooden spoons and additional utensils is also present.
Two children with festive sweaters are engaged in baking activities. They are rolling out dough on a floured wooden surface. Cookie cutters in various shapes, including stars and gingerbread men, are scattered around. A red mixing bowl with wooden spoons and additional utensils is also present.

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My son has learned so much through Cooking Quest! The gamified lessons keep him engaged and excited to cook every day.

A woman and a young child are in a kitchen setting, engaged in baking activities. The child, sitting on a wooden table, is reaching towards a container with flour. Various baking tools and utensils are visible, including cookie cutters, a rolling pin, and a toy car. In the background, there is a decorated Christmas tree with lights, adding a festive atmosphere to the scene.
A woman and a young child are in a kitchen setting, engaged in baking activities. The child, sitting on a wooden table, is reaching towards a container with flour. Various baking tools and utensils are visible, including cookie cutters, a rolling pin, and a toy car. In the background, there is a decorated Christmas tree with lights, adding a festive atmosphere to the scene.
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Los Angeles

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Two children dressed in colorful traditional clothing are seated together inside a rustic wooden structure. They are focused on something in their hands, while a small cooking fire with two pots emits a stream of smoke, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere.
Two children dressed in colorful traditional clothing are seated together inside a rustic wooden structure. They are focused on something in their hands, while a small cooking fire with two pots emits a stream of smoke, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere.
A young child with short dark hair is sitting on a counter, wearing a red shirt and floral-patterned leggings. They are engaged in an activity involving a mixing bowl, spoon, and a small container, appearing focused and absorbed.
A young child with short dark hair is sitting on a counter, wearing a red shirt and floral-patterned leggings. They are engaged in an activity involving a mixing bowl, spoon, and a small container, appearing focused and absorbed.
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Three children are gathered around a table, intently focused on a colorful activity involving thin, colored sticks. The children appear to be in a classroom or home setting, with kitchen items and writing on a whiteboard visible in the background.
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A woman is in a kitchen holding a young child, with another child standing next to her. They appear to be preparing a meal or snack together, surrounded by food items and containers on the counter. The setting is bright and inviting with shelves of spices and kitchen tools in the background.
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Disclaimer:
The content provided on this website is for informational purposes only and is intended to inspire safe and enjoyable cooking experiences with children. While we strive to offer accurate and helpful tips, users are responsible for exercising their own judgment and implementing appropriate safety measures when cooking or engaging in activities with kids.

By using this website, you acknowledge and accept the inherent risks associated with cooking, including the use of sharp objects, heat, and other kitchen hazards. Always ensure proper supervision, follow recommended safety practices, and consider the age and abilities of the children involved.

We are not liable for any injuries, damages, or incidents resulting from the use of the information provided. Please prioritize safety and create a positive cooking experience for everyone.

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