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“Our daughter LOVES Little Kitchen. She’s always so eager to show us cooking tips and tricks she’s learned, and we’ve noticed a big change in what she’s willing to try and eat at home at mealtimes.”

Christy Nanos, LKA Vancouver Point Grey

“Was a wonderful experience for my little one, she loved going and had so much fun building her confidence in the kitchen! Everyone was lovely and supportive, and she enjoyed learning and being exposed to new foods!”

Eleni Nasiopoulos, LKA Vancouver Point Grey

“My kids have been going to LKA since they were 3. They love the independence, process, and delicious end result! They have made seriously yummy recipes, from lemon poppy seed pancakes, peach trifle cake, thumbprint chocolate cookies, bombay potatoes…it actually got my son eating foods he would usually not be open to. They are so proud of their achievements and end product. It really fuels their love of learning how to cook. Learning to cook also helps with executive functioning, organization, learning measurements, slowing down, and all sorts of other hidden educational nuggets. We love this place!”

Tracy Ng, LKA Westfield Century City

“Our son loves the cooking classes and this is such a vital skill for kids to learn! This has also made him more open to trying new foods and flavour combinations. What a great addition to the neighbourhood!”

Lily Gutman, LKA Toronto The Beach

“My kids love Little Kitchen Academy! My twins have been coming for about 6 months since they were 3.5, and I’ve seen them become much more confident both in the kitchen and in other novel situations. The Montessori method they use allows the kids to grow in their independence and do tasks such as measuring, pouring, and mixing by themselves, which is what 3-year-olds all want to do! And then at the end they are excited to share a food they have made themselves. Highly recommend (even for kids who have a difficult time in new situations—they do a nice job with separation).”

Karen, LKA Westfield Century City

“As a certified Montessori educator, practical life skills are a BIG part of my parenting philosophy. SO happy to have found LKA to support me in this journey. My daughter LOVED every second of having her very own cooking station and supplies. I LOVE the application of Montessori principles that I observed like greeting the children at their eye level. Can't say enough good things and can't wait to come back.”

Angelie Sood, LKA Vaughan

“We LOVE LKA! Cooking their own food inspires my nieces (4 & 6) to eat things they would never eat at home, and fosters a sense of independence and confidence. They beg me to go back. Highly recommend the Beaches location!”

Laura G., LKA Toronto The Beach

“My son loves to go LKA Point Grey. We tried 4 sessions during his spring break. Every morning, he woke up with guessing what he was going to make in LKA today. He came home with food and so proud of himself. And he started to eat veggies. The staff are super nice and friendly. I have signed him for summer camp there too.”

Lei Huang, LKA Vancouver Point Grey

“My 8 year old granddaughter went to class at LKA Point Grey today and LOVED it! The instructors were so warm and professional, the food she brought home was delicious and she was very proud of the work she had done in class. I was impressed that she was willing to try (and actually enjoyed!) foods she would be reluctant to eat at home. She was smiling from ear to ear when I picked her up. The fact that the classes are three hours long makes me feel like she was really getting some valuable instruction time. Would highly recommend!”

Mary H., LKA Vancouver Point Grey

“My daughter loves attending LKA! She has always had a passion for cooking and the classes/instructors here take her knowledge above and beyond, learning all about the tools and ingredients. It is truly an amazing school!”

Ashley Staffieri, LKA Vaughan

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About Little Kitchen Academy.

To families seeking educationally enriching activities for their children ages 3-18, Little Kitchen Academy is the leading Montessori-inspired cooking academy providing a safe and empowering environment to learn practical life skills, confidence, independence, and healthy eating habits to last a lifetime.

Based in Vancouver, Canada, the concept was co-founded by proven global branding and franchise expert and serial entrepreneur Brian Curin, his wife, Montessori-trained, culinary expert, and visionary Felicity Curin, and social impact investor and entrepreneur Praveen Varshney, with the vision of becoming the global leader in teaching practical life skills and food literacy to children in order to promote a more educated, independent and healthier society. True to its mission, LKA is empowering children to make independent choices, enabling them to change their lives, and those around them. Part of that mission includes empowering students to learn how they can make the world a better place through How Can I Help by Little Kitchen Academy, LKA’s signature philanthropic program, supporting Crisis Text Line, The Global FoodBanking Network, Kids Help Phone, and One Tree Planted. In addition to charitable partnerships, LKA has forged strategic global brand partnerships with AeroGarden, BIRKENSTOCK, ChefWorks, ChopValue, Emeco, Iron Chef Cat Cora, Kussi, PRISE Inc, and Welcome Industries. Little Kitchen Academy’s flagship venues are located in Los Angeles, California and Vancouver, B.C.

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