Cooking Classes for Kids in Nashville, Tennessee

Most kids today aren't very savvy when it comes to knowing how to prepare even the most basic of meals in the kitchen. If your child's experience in the kitchen is for the most part limited to knowing how to push the 'start' button on the microwave, then you may seriously want to consider sending to a fun and informative cooking school, located right in and around Nashville.

And if you're not a parent but want to bring a smile to a child's face, cooking classes make really great gifts, especially for a child who is inclined towards culinary arts but needs a little help in the right direction. Cooking classes for kids also make really great gifts from grandparents, and are an opportunity for you the grandparent to do something fun and memorable with your grandchild!

These are a couple of your best choices in the Nashville area.

Viking Cooking School
230 Franklin Road
Franklin, TN 37064
(615) 599-9617
www.vikingrange.com
www.vikingcookingschool.com

The Viking Culinary Arts Center offers all kinds (dozens, actually) of classes for every age group, whatever the level of experience and ability. The kitchens where your child will be working are beautiful and fully equipped with wonderful Viking appliances. There are also classes that offer the chance for the parent to join in with the child, and fees and class times vary so make sure to give them a call.

And, sometimes the Viking Cooking School even invites special celebrity guest chefs to come join in on the fun! Imagine your kid coming to class and being surprised by one of their favorite TV cooking stars! If you want to know exactly when these chefs will be present, be sure to check out the website.

Young Chefs Academy
99 Seaboard Lane, Suite 700
Brentwood, TN
615-371-5151
www.youngchefsacademy.com

This cooking class is rather unique, and really brings out the creativity in your child. The Young Chefs Academy is dedicated to helping kids know their way around the culinary world, and the environment in which your child can learn is safe and fun. There are many different programs to choose from, with themes that are present all throughout the experience.

Not only will your child learn how to prepare a healthy meal, but they will also be taught basics such as proper manners, kitchen safety lessons, how to properly clean up in a sanitary way, and even how to set the perfect formal table!