- 16.10.2026
For Nepean families, the nearest structured cooking course for kids is the Junior Chef Academy by Cookiddoo in Kanata, about 12 km from Centrepointe: OpenStreetMap routing puts it around 16 minutes from the Ben Franklin Place area without traffic. The course is for ages 8 to 13 and meets on Wednesday evenings. Younger children start with a 2-hour master class, and for parties we come to your home anywhere in Nepean.
What Nepean kids can join
| Format | Ages | How it works | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Chef Academy (course) | 8–13 | 8 Wednesdays, 5:30–7:30 PM, in Kanata | $680 + HST |
| Master class | 4–15 | One 2-hour hands-on class | From $55 per child |
| Private class or cooking party at your home | 4–15 | 2 hours, we bring ingredients, tools and aprons and clean up | $485 for 8 kids, $50 per extra child up to 11 |
| Workshop at a school, daycare or community centre | 4–15 | One-time or a weekly series | Quoted by group size |
Eight Wednesdays, eight techniques
The Junior Chef Academy keeps the same group of up to 10 children together for eight classes of two hours, with a lead coach and an assistant. The fall 2026 group runs October 21 to December 16 (no class on November 11):
| Week | Technique | What the kids cook |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Knife safety and vegetables | Ratatouille, chopped salad, vinaigrette |
| 2 | Eggs and heat control | French-style omelette, mini shakshuka |
| 3 | Fresh pasta | Ribbon pasta with Parmesan sauce |
| 4 | Shortcrust pastry and custard | Fruit tartlets, butter cookies |
| 5 | Ground meat and safe temperatures | Italian meatballs, mashed potatoes |
| 6 | Yeast dough | Mini focaccia, garlic knots |
| 7 | Choux pastry and chocolate | Profiteroles, mini éclairs |
| 8 | Graduation challenge | A full meal planned, cooked and plated by each child |
Tuition is $680 + HST, in two payments of $340 + HST; ingredients, equipment and an apron are included. Book on the course page.
Private classes and birthday parties in Nepean
A cooking party fits a townhouse or condo well: a kitchen or dining table, access to a sink, and we bring the rest. Each child cooks their own dish and drink in 2 hours, and we clean up. $485 for 8 children, $50 per extra child up to 11. Ideas for compact homes: birthday parties in small spaces.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Nepean to the course?
Around 16 minutes from the Centrepointe area without traffic, about 12 km (OpenStreetMap routing). Weekday traffic at 5 PM can add time, so plan to leave a little early.
Do you run cooking workshops at Nepean schools?
Yes. We run one-time workshops and after-school series at schools, daycares and community centres, with up to 10 children per instructor. See schools and daycares.
Is the course good for a complete beginner?
Yes. Week 1 starts with knife safety and kitchen basics, and every week builds on the last. More on starting out: beginner cooking classes for kids.
What if my child has a food allergy?
We review allergies with you before confirming the spot and adjust recipes where possible.
Ready to cook with us?
We bring a 2-hour kids cooking party to your home in Ottawa or Gatineau — ages 4–15, $485 for 8 kids.
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