Kids Classes & More
Winter Semester
A hands-on journey for kids
Jan. 5–Feb. 20
Registration is now open! This winter, young chefs (ages 1½–16) will explore some of history’s biggest flavor mash-ups—how ingredients and food ideas traveled across cultures to inspire the dishes we love today.
Led by Chef Lila, Winter Semester is a hands-on, joyfully curious cooking experience where kids learn by doing and tasting, building real kitchen skills week after week. Through our yearlong History of Food theme, young chefs discover how food has evolved across time and place—without it ever feeling like school.
Winter Semester (Part 1) runs Jan. 5–Feb. 20, 2026, with classes for every age group and plenty of delicious moments along the way. Spots fill quickly—register today to secure a place in our winter kitchen.
Further upcoming semesters are currently scheduled for the following dates, aligning with the SOMA school district calendar for holidays/breaks:
Winter (Part 2): Feb. 23–April 17, 2026
Spring: April 20–June 5, 2026
Summer Camp: July 6–Aug. 16, 2026 (with registration opening on Jan. 10, 2026)
Please remember that no makeups or refunds can be made for classes your child is unable to attend.
Join our mailing list at the bottom of this page for first access to all semester and camp sign-ups.
Our Semester Classes
Please note: We do not offer trial classes; registration is required for the full semester.
We do not provide refunds, transfers, or makeup sessions for missed classes due to illness, personal emergencies, or events beyond our control. Prices have increased slightly to reflect rising food and supply costs. A payment plan is available.
To ensure a safe learning environment, Kitchen Table reserves the right to remove any student involved in behavior that compromises the safety of themselves, others, or our team. No refunds or make-up classes will be issued in such cases, though students may return once the behavior is resolved.
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This class is specially designed to encourage toddlers to explore the creative side of cooking with the help from their adult caregiver. Their senses are used to identify foods through tasting, touching, and smelling. In addition, we introduce proper kitchen hygiene and advance children’s fine and gross motor skills through measuring, stirring, and kneading. They will be amazed to watch ingredients come together and become something wonderful to eat. The class is perfect for ages 2-3 years old. We do allow 3s who are not yet ready for a separation class and prefer to be with their adult. Adult chaperone participation is required.
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Children will experience a fun, hands-on approach to cooking in this 1-hour drop-off class taught by a trained chef. We encourage children to try new foods while they create a recipe from scratch to take home and share with the family. By the end of the six weeks, your child will take home a cookbook so you can whip up the recipes at home!
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Children will explore recipes with a variety of fresh ingredients and learn how to make healthy, balanced choices. We introduce basic cooking and baking techniques.
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This class is especially designed for elementary-aged students who are ready to handle more mature responsibilities in the kitchen such as working with sharp knifes and kitchen equipment. They will learn to work independently and in groups to create a recipe to take home and share with family.
For children age 8, this class is recommended for students who have been in a Kitchen Table Summer Camp. Otherwise enrollment for 8-year-olds is up to Chef's discretion and may be recommended to enroll in Kitchen Brigade as an introduction.
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This is a one and a half-hour advanced class for serious students in middle and high school looking to learn culinary techniques and knife skills. Each week will focus on recipes that highlight a specific technique.
Note: A waiver must be signed by a legal guardian.
This class is for students in middle school. Younger students must have prior cooking experience in one of the following: Gourmet Club, or our summer cooking camp at Chef's discretion.
Parties for Kids, Teens & Scout Troops
Our Saturday afternoon parties are designed to be all-inclusive, hands-on cooking experiences for budding chefs ages 5–16. Parties are an hour and a half long and held on Saturdays from 12:30 to 2pm. Simply choose a theme and let us take it from there. We provide the ingredients, beverages, and fun activities—and clean up the mess!
Plan a Party
First, expand on the themes menu to decide which is right for your child. (Scout parties can also click here.)
Next, inquire to request a date at the button below. Our coordinator for kids events, Tina, will answer any questions and confirm the details, after which our booking platform, HiSawyer, will send a deposit request; payment secures booking. A week before the party, we will confirm final head count and guest names.
Please note: Any separate vendors, unlisted items, or custom themes must be approved by Kitchen Table in advance.
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Kids will become pizza chefs, crafting their own mini-pizzas from scratch! They will observe the magic of yeast in dough-making, bake their creations, and enjoy their pizzas at the party. Cupcake decorating is also part of the fun.
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This enchanting party is for children who love all things magical! Kids will make Fairy Bread and decorate Butterfly Cookies or cupcakes.
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Inspired by the hit Netflix series! Kids will shape dough into professional-looking cookies and try their hand at cupcake decoration based on a theme chosen in advance collaboration with our pastry chef. Prizes are awarded for the "best" design and the most edible creation. It’s a hilariously good time!
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Roll, stuff, and bake your own cheesy vegetarian calzones, then chill out with frosty, caffeine-free frappes—and cupcakes, too! Perfect for birthdays, hangouts, or just a fun afternoon, this party serves up hands-on cooking with serious flavor and plenty of style.
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Teens will learn how to make pappardelle from scratch with a pasta maker along with a classic red sauce, then enjoy their delicious work together at the party. Cupcake decorating rounds out the celebration with a sweet finish.
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Mix, fold, and bake scratch-made empanadas with savory fillings, then dig in while they’re hot. (And cupcake decorating balances things out with something sweet.) Perfect for birthdays, hangouts, or just a fun afternoon with friends.
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Ready to earn that Cooking Merit Badge? Gather your troop for a hands-on cooking adventure! Scouts will choose from our list of recipes and learn to read, measure, mix, and work together as a kitchen team. Best of all, everyone gets to enjoy the delicious results of their hard work at the end of class.
Summer Camp 2026
Next year’s Summer Camp registration will open in January. Join our mailing list at the bottom of this page for advance notice and early access registration.
Allergy-Friendly Kitchen
We are nut-free, but some ingredients may come from facilities that process nuts. Because we often use flour, eggs, and dairy—and serve family-style—certain severe allergies may not be fully accommodated. Please contact us before booking to discuss your needs; substitutions, if possible, may incur an additional charge. If a class isn’t the right fit, we’re glad to recommend others or hear your suggestions.
We are also vegetarian-friendly.