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Hands-on cooking classes for kids, teens, adults & homeschool families in Turlock.
Happening in the Kitchen
COURSE DETAILS:
DATE: September 22, 2026
TIME: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
LOCATION: L'Amore Turlock
AGE: 3–5 Years Old + ParentA cozy fall morning in the kitchen all about apples! Little chefs and their grown-ups will explore one of the season’s favorite fruits as we peel, mix, sprinkle, and make our own warm apple crisp together.
Throughout the class, students will explore:
• Measuring ingredients
• Mixing and stirring
• Exploring apples through taste and texture
• Making a simple crisp topping
• Kitchen safety
• Taking turns and working togetherWhile our apple crisp bakes, we’ll enjoy a simple apple-themed activity and learn a little about how apples grow and make their way from the orchard to our kitchens.
This class is designed especially for little hands, with plenty of opportunities to scoop, pour, stir, taste, and help alongside a parent or caregiver.
Come celebrate the beginning of fall with us—one little apple crisp at a time. 🍎
This workshop will be taught by Natalie Wilson — Tegner Mill Teaching Kitchen
COURSE DETAILS:
DATE: September 17, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATION: L'Amore, Turlock
AGE: Adults (17+)
There's nothing quite like fresh pasta made by hand and shared around the table.
Join us for an evening with Cookin' with Bailey as you learn the art of handmade pasta from scratch. Together we'll mix, knead, roll, and shape fresh pasta before preparing seasonal sauces inspired by California's harvest. As the meal comes together, we'll gather around the table to enjoy dinner, good conversation, and the simple pleasure of cooking together.
Throughout the class, participants will explore:
• Mixing and kneading fresh pasta dough
• Rolling and shaping handmade pasta
• Seasonal sauces from scratch
• Cooking and finishing fresh pasta
• Tips for making pasta at home
• Enjoying a shared dinner together
Whether you're planning a date night, gathering with friends, or simply looking for a memorable evening, this class is a wonderful way to learn a timeless skill while sharing a delicious homemade meal.
COURSE DETAILS
DATE: September 30, 2026
TIME: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
LOCATION: L'Amore, Turlock
AGE: Kids 10+Skip the packaged snacks and discover how to make your favorites from scratch! In this hands-on Kitchen Lab, we'll recreate three after-school classics using real ingredients, practical baking skills, and freshly milled whole wheat flour.
Together we'll bake crispy homemade Cheez-It crackers made with fresh-milled flour, rich Cosmic Brownies, and mix up no-bake Cookie Dough Energy Bites—perfect for lunch boxes, busy afternoons, or sharing with family and friends.
Throughout the class, students will:
Bake homemade Cheez-It crackers using freshly milled whole wheat flour
Make scratch-made Cosmic Brownies
Prepare no-bake Cookie Dough Energy Bites
Practice measuring, mixing, baking, and food preparation techniques
Learn simple ways to incorporate fresh-milled flour into everyday recipes
Students will leave with:
Samples of each recipe to enjoy
Printed recipes to recreate at home
New baking skills and confidence in the kitchen
Whether you're looking for better after-school snacks or simply love to bake, this class is filled with fun, practical recipes you'll want to make again and again.
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.