GATHER.

COOK

CONNECT.

Hands-on cooking classes for kids, teens, adults & homeschool families in Turlock.

FIND YOUR PLACE

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Kids in the Kitchen

Hands-on cooking classes for curious kids.


Build Confidence


Learn by Doing


Seasonal Cooking


Practical Life Skils


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Teen Kitchen Lab

Real cooking. Real confidence. Real life skills.


Sourcing Local Ingredients


Real Skills


Creative Cooking


Growing Independence


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Gatherings

Seasonal cooking experiences for gathering around the table.


Seasonal Menus


Hands-on Cooking


Shared Tables


Lasting Memories


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A teaching Kitchen with Local Roots

Loved by Students, Trusted by Parents.

Seriously! But don’t take our word for it, here are some things people have to say about us.

My daughter had an amazing experience in the Tegner Mill Teaching Kitchen cooking classes! The instructor was patient, engaging, and made learning fun for all the kids. The recipes were age-appropriate, and my daughter was excited to recreate them at home. I loved seeing her confidence grow as she learned new cooking skills each week. I highly recommend this class to any parent looking for a fun and educational activity for their child.


Adrienne, Parent

Kids and adults cooking in a kitchen classroom, wearing aprons, surrounded by bowls, utensils, and ingredients.

Why We COOK

Cooking teaches far more than recipes. It builds…

confidence,

curiosity,

patience,

& connection.

INGREDIENTS GROWN CLOSE TO HOME…

VANDERHELM
FARMS

ECK FARMS

NUTCHER’S MILK

TROVAO HONEY

Homeschool Enrichment

Our homeschool enrichment program gives students the opportunity to learn by doing—measuring, mixing, experimenting, solving problems, and creating food they'll be proud to share.