Melanie is a passionate cooking instructor who believes in the importance of learning how to cook for oneself. After raising two wonderful daughters, she has witnessed firsthand how valuable it is to develop culinary skills. With a love for food as a creative outlet, Melanie has shared her passion by serving as a Girl Guide camp cook and has also managed and cooked in restaurants over the years. In this class, children will build confidence as they learn the basics of food preparation. Melanie will guide them through simple, fun recipes that encourage independence in the kitchen. Students will gain essential skills, including balancing nutrition, practicing knife and kitchen safety, and maintaining a clean work station, all while enjoying delicious, self-made meals.