Youth Culinary Passport: February 2027
Program Dates
February 2027
Four weekly sessions, one afternoon a week after school
Tuesdays 3:30–6:30 PM (ages 9–11) or Wednesdays 4–7 PM (ages 12–17)
Destination announced soon.
Give your child the chance to explore the world through food in this month-long youth culinary experience. Each month of the Youth Culinary Passport travels to a new country or food tradition, using its cuisine as a way into geography, culture, ingredients, and history. Past destinations have included Mexico, Spain, Italy, China, Japan, and American Foodways.
Classes are fully hands-on: young cooks make complete dishes from start to finish while building confidence, knife skills, kitchen safety, flavor balancing, and teamwork. Music and visuals from each destination fill the room, so the kitchen becomes a classroom where food, culture, and creativity come together.
Every class is designed so each child finds something they connect with, while gently expanding their palate and perspective.
Two Sections, by Age
Pick the section for your child's age when you book, and keep it for the month.
- Tuesdays 3:30–6:30 PM · ages 9–11: Feb 2, Feb 9, Feb 16, Feb 23. Guided, playful, and confidence-building, with lots of tasting.
- Wednesdays 4–7 PM · ages 12–17: Feb 3, Feb 10, Feb 17, Feb 24. A faster pace, more advanced technique, and more independence in the kitchen.
Program Structure
Schedule: One afternoon a week, after school
Duration: Four consecutive weeks
Class Size: 8 students on Tuesdays, 9 on Wednesdays
Please Note
This is a progressive, four-week series designed to be taken as a full month. The destination and menu are announced before the month begins. Dietary considerations can often be accommodated if shared in advance.
Knowledge Required
Beginner-friendly. No prior cooking experience needed.
Suitable for
Ages 9–11 (Tuesdays) · Ages 12–17 (Wednesdays)
Choose your day
Same program each week — pick the weekday that works and keep it for the month.
- Session 1Feb 2, 2027 · 3:30 PM
- Session 2Feb 9, 2027 · 3:30 PM
- Session 3Feb 16, 2027 · 3:30 PM
- Session 4Feb 23, 2027 · 3:30 PM
$500 / person
- Session 1Feb 3, 2027 · 4:00 PM
- Session 2Feb 10, 2027 · 4:00 PM
- Session 3Feb 17, 2027 · 4:00 PM
- Session 4Feb 24, 2027 · 4:00 PM
$500 / person
What guests are saying
“Honestly one of the best birthday experiences we’ve ever had. Marc and Sara were amazing teachers and the food was fantastic. Life Plus is perfect for adults, teens and older kids. We all had an excellent time. We will not hesitate coming back!”
Marc Morganvia Google“Had a wonderful experience with Brunch: Classics Reimagined! The instructions were clear and easy to follow, the preparation process was well thought out, and the menu was absolutely fantastic. Everything was organized beautifully, making the entire experience enjoyable and seamless. A special shoutout to Marc for being so helpful throughout the process. He guided us through every step, answered our questions, and made sure everything went smoothly. Really appreciate his support and attention to detail! Overall, a thoughtfully put-together experience with great food, great guidance, and a lovely menu. Highly recommend!”
Ruchi Hendrevia Google“We had such a great time in Chef Marc's class. He is so warm and friendly. Very professional. You can tell the moment you walk in. His space is so well clean and well laid out and you know you are going to have a great time no matter what class you take! I always thought making sushi was so hard but he made it so easy. I know that I can make it at home without question. The sign of a great teacher! We were able to sit with him while we ate what we made. It was like sitting at your friends house enjoying a good meal. My husband and I were the only 2 in the class. It was our anniversary so it was extra special that we had this one on one experience. I can't wait to take another class! Thank you Chef Marc for making our day so perfect!”
suzanne rigsbyvia Google“My middle schooler has done 3 months of the after school series and absolutely loves it. It's consistently been the highlight of his weeks. He started classes with very little kitchen experience beyond baking, and has gained a new level of confidence in the kitchen, gets to try new recipes, and leaves with new skills. Initially, I thought he would complete 1-2 classes before losing interest, but every month he begs for more. I am so impressed with how much fun gets packed into every class, while still following a structured plan. Middle schoolers are hard to impress, but these classes have surpassed my expectations and then some.”
Alyssa Ehingervia Google“My mom and I took this pastry making class for her birthday and had the best time! We made three different desserts, and everything tasted amazing. The class was intimate, with only about seven other people, which made the experience feel personal and gave us the opportunity to learn so much. It was such a fun activity to do together, and we would absolutely recommend it!”
Danielle Romerovia Google“Such a great experience and the class was wonderful for all three generations in our family! Great food, fun instructions, and Mark was very knowledgable. Definitely recommend and we plan to cone again!”