Kids Menu Revolution

08/22/2025

As we get ready for a new school year, I’ve been reflecting on what I want the kids to gain this semester. More than anything, I want them to discover a space where they can be exposed to new things, try without fear, learn—and most importantly—have fun!

This week, watching my son experiment in the kitchen reminded me of how much he’s loved helping since he was little. Both of my boys join in, but my younger one especially loves creating his own dishes. Yes, the kitchen ends up a mess—but what matters most is his creativity and confidence growing with every recipe.

Here he is at 10, compared to when we first started playing with toy foods. ❤️

Consistency and exposure are everything! Teaching kids to cook early builds independence, curiosity, and a love for learning that goes far beyond the kitchen.
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06/03/2025

Starting the Summer break wishing I will have more time to post easy recipes that kids can make on their own or with a little help of their parents or older siblings. This chicken quesadillas was made with chopped boiled CHICKEN (paprika, salt, pepper, garlic and onion powder), CHEDDAR CHEESE (I like to use block cheese or from the deli) they can shred using their own hands, SPINACH(a few raw leaves chopped or shredded by hand). I used a large tortilla on a panini maker and added everything layered on half of the tortilla, folded the other half of the tortilla and closed the panini maker. Cooked time was 1-2 mins.

05/03/2025

In case you didn’t know… We also offer cooking birthday parties or Baking Birthday party.

12/13/2024

SPINACH - There are so many benefits in this power food-
-Antioxidants
-Full of fiber and Vit. A
- Good for bone health, inflammation, anemia, immune function, blood pressure and more!!!!
You can make pesto with the scraps from your green juice, you can put raw leaves in the food processor and add to pulled chicken or tuna for a sandwich or add to rice and some broccoli too, you can chop to add on omelette, use the juice for pancakes or waffles, there are endless ways to use spinach! And it’s a natural food coloring!! frutas
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09/21/2024

It’s my new food obsession 😍. Chia Pudim
I have a monthly breakfast with some girlfriends at First Watch but once a month was not enough for me, I gotta have it every week. I’ve tried with different milk and my final recipe is:

1/2 cup chia per 2 cups of milk (coconut)
Syrup or agave is optional
You can use a blender or just minx it.
Put in the fridge and in 30 mins is ready.

I made my own granola and prefer the salty ones with walnuts. I also add sliced bananas. You can mush them together to make the pudim sweeter.

I made my own berry compote.
Water and frozen berries. 1 cup of berries with half of water and simmer on low with the top on.
You can use a smasher in this process. You can also add sugar if you would like.


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09/15/2024

The kids eat chickpeas since they were very young. I was seasoning some to make roasted one day and they started eating before I even put them in the oven!

I would suggest to season them before serving. They even ate them with honey and cinnamon 🤔

I honestly don’t have the right time and the right temperature, but it’s about 20 mins, or until crunchy and brown. You can add any seasoning and spices, my favorite is Cayenne pepper, paprika olive oil, garlic powder, salt and black pepper.

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09/02/2024

04/05/2024

PM for the recipe! Easy and delicious! You need about 30 minutes max to make this recipe and the crust can go in the oven or air fryer for only 10! Note: of course a class of 18 kids will take longer 😉, but I love every minute! ♥️
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01/20/2024

It took me a long time to step out of my comfort zone and create a new program after moving away from everything I knew. But there was never uncertainty that it was going to work. Not only because I have passion for cooking and love working with children but because I really believe in it. I trust in what I’ve created, after years of work, studies, research, and also after years of trying to build the perfect work scenario; teaching, cooking and having time for my family. I Can Cook is what I’ve always wanted to be and do but I am not done dreaming… ♥️ #2024

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01/10/2024

Happy New Year! Happy New students, new recipes, new tools, new schools… same fun! My New Years resolution is to post more. Besides working at the school and having a business I am a full time mom of 2 soccer players, posting is not my priority but I will do my best to share the delicious food we will be making this semester. Maybe I will share a bit of my favorite things to eat and ideas for schools lunches, etc. I am working on a new project and another program, so bare with me, it will happen, slowly but surely. I hope you all had a fabulous Holiday Break and that 2024 be a year filled with joy and good food! The first class is always something simple but delicious, because we have to go over the curriculum a and getting our names on our new aprons, talking about class rules, etc. Did I hear today it was the first time someone eating this and loving it? Yes! #2024

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10/02/2023

October is here and so is your produce list. Search for recipes and may e visit your local farmers market for some fresh produce and more affordable.

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08/13/2023

Learning how to cook is important for various reasons. It promotes self-sufficiency, enabling you to prepare your own meals and make healthier choices. Cooking can also be a rewarding creative outlet, allowing you to experiment with flavors and techniques. N is 10 and V is 8. N loved apple pie so I bought everything he needed and gave him the instructions. V is my super independent boy who prepares his own snacks everyday. He loves yogurt, berries and honey. Give your child the opportunity to cook and you are also giving a practical life skill and teaching independency.
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