GATHER.
COOK
CONNECT.
Hands-on cooking classes for kids, teens, adults & homeschool families in Turlock.
Happening in the Kitchen this month…
COURSE DETAILS:
DATE: October 5th, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATION: L'Amore, Turlock
Join us for an evening inspired by the warmth and hospitality of a traditional Portuguese table. Together we'll prepare a classic Portuguese meal, share stories behind the dishes, and gather around the table to enjoy supper together.
The evening's menu features bifanas (traditional Portuguese pork sandwiches), caldo verde (Portuguese kale soup), creamy arroz doce (Portuguese rice pudding), and a selection of traditional Portuguese bread served with cheeses, butter, and olive oil.
Whether you come with a date, a friend, or on your own, you'll be welcomed to a table where good food and conversation take center stage.
Throughout the evening, you'll enjoy:
Preparing traditional Portuguese bifanas
Making classic caldo verde from scratch
Learning the story and traditions behind each dish
A table of Portuguese breads, cheeses, butter, and olive oil
A shared family-style supper
A seasonal beverage inspired by Portugal
You'll leave with:
Printed recipes to recreate the menu at home
A deeper appreciation for Portuguese food and traditions
A memorable evening shared around the table
Around the Table is Tegner Mill Teaching Kitchen's cultural supper series, celebrating the traditions, flavors, and hospitality of kitchens around the world. Each gathering invites guests to cook together, share a meal, and experience the joy of connecting through food.
COURSE DETAILS
DATE: October 8, 2026
TIME: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
LOCATION: L'Amore, Turlock
AGE: 6–12
There's nothing better than a warm, homemade pretzel fresh from the oven! In this hands-on Kids in the Kitchen class, students will learn how to mix, shape, twist, and bake soft pretzels from scratch before creating a trio of delicious homemade dips to enjoy alongside their fresh-baked creations.
Along the way, young bakers will build confidence in the kitchen while practicing measuring, mixing, kneading, and working with yeast dough—foundational skills they can use in future baking adventures.
Throughout the class, students will:
Mix and knead homemade pretzel dough
Learn how yeast helps dough rise
Shape and twist classic soft pretzels
Bake golden homemade pretzels
Prepare a trio of savory and sweet homemade dips
Practice teamwork, kitchen safety, and baking skills
Students will leave with:
Fresh homemade soft pretzels
Printed recipes to recreate at home
New baking skills and confidence in the kitchen
Whether it's an after-school snack or a fun family baking project, these homemade pretzels are sure to become a favorite. Join us for an afternoon of twisting, baking, and dipping!
COURSE DETAILS:
DATE: October 29, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATION: L'Amore, Turlock
AGE: Adults (17+)
There's nothing better than a warm bowl of soup and fresh bread on a cool fall evening. Join us for a cozy night in the kitchen as we make refrigerator potato rolls from scratch, whip fresh homemade butter, and prepare a selection of comforting seasonal soups.
Along the way, we'll cover bread dough basics, shaping and baking soft dinner rolls, and simple techniques for making flavorful homemade soups you'll want to add to your regular meal rotation.
Bring a date, invite a friend, or come on your own—this relaxed evening is all about slowing down, sharing a meal, and enjoying good conversation around the table.
Throughout the evening, participants will enjoy:
Making refrigerator potato rolls from scratch
Whipping fresh homemade butter
Preparing a selection of seasonal soups
Bread baking tips for soft, fluffy rolls
Soup-making techniques for building flavor from simple ingredients
Seasonal sips and a shared meal around the table
Each participant will leave with:
Freshly baked refrigerator potato rolls
Homemade butter
Printed recipes and soup-making tips to recreate the meal at home
Whether you're looking for a comforting weeknight meal or inspiration for the cooler months ahead, this gathering is all about simple, homemade food that's meant to be shared.
COURSE DETAILS:
DATE: October 20, 2026
TIME: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
LOCATION: L'Amore Turlock
AGE: 3–5 Years Old + ParentA playful Halloween cooking adventure filled with festive treats, silly snacks, and hands-on fun. Young chefs will mix, decorate, and create while building confidence in the kitchen.
Throughout the class, students will explore:
• Measuring ingredients
• Mixing
• Decorating treats
• Kitchen safety
• Creativity
• TeamworkThis class is designed to celebrate the season while creating joyful kitchen memories through hands-on cooking.
This workshop will be taught by Natalie Wilson - Tegner Mill Teaching Kitchen
FIND YOUR PLACE AT
THE TABLE
LITTLE HANDS
Ages: 3-5 + Grown-Up
Cook, taste & explore together.
KIDS IN THE KITCHEN
Ages: 6 - 12
Make, learn & grow in the kitchen.
KITCHEN LAB
Ages: 10+
More independence. Bigger skills.
ADULT GATHERINGS
Ages: 17+
Seasonal cooking & gatherings around the table.
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
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.