Who are you as an organization?
Be confident your child can cook & bake to be independent! In-person camps and virtual classes for children, teens, and specials groups that get everyone cooking nutritious snacks and tasty meals their way. COOKSMART is an engaging hands-on approach to the basics of cooking and joys of healthy eating. Building self-reliant life skills with creative fun & science in the kitchen.
What do you do differently or uniquely well?
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The Experience with COOKSMART
Our programming has transformed for the better. We are committed to offering fun and engaging programming, to keep you and your family safe.
Our transformation with COVID has opened up the world of virtual classes, camps and birthday parties. With each family working in the comfort of their own kitchen, using their own choices of foods and equipment, we all safely enjoy learning together to cook, bake and try new things together, but making the food our own way. The benefits are huge with less-stress for parents, and more help in the kitchen regularly! More learning and more food! It's been a win-win.
Please rest assured that should any virtual program be cancelled for any reason due to COVID-19, you will be offered a full refund for all programs affected.
All in-person camps and sessions will follow the rules and guidelines set forth by Public Health. Safety is our priority.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us. We're looking forward to cooking with your children.
View recent COVID-19 updates from COOKSMARTChoose the right programs and sessions for your child; COOKSMART currently has 3 programs available; 36 TBD.
Ages: 5 - 12
Day Camp
(Coed)
Cooking
$475 to $537
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Ages: 7 - 11
Virtual Program
(Coed)
Baking/Decorating
$126 to $150/week
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Ages: 7 - 13
Virtual Program
(Coed)
Cooking
$125 to $150/week
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Ages: 13 - 18+
Virtual Program
(Coed)
Cooking
$12 to $14/week
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Ages: 7 - 11
Virtual Program
(Coed)
Baking/Decorating
$150 to $180
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Payment Options:
Deposit required with acceptance | Yes |
Credit card payment | Yes |
Discounts
Discount for 2nd child | 100% |
Discount for 3rd child | 100% |
Discount for 4th child | 100% |
The program began in Kathy Stewart’s kitchen, slicing and dicing with her three children. For kids, that’s rightly the fun of cooking—getting your hands onto the stuff, feeling the textures, experiencing the tastes and smells, and producing something they can be proud of. And, indeed, that’s precisely where the COOKSMART programs begin—with hands-on, collaborative, creative fun in the kitchen. Cooking, however, is a window onto other worlds, as it were, from the culture of food, to how and what we eat, including fellowship and healthy habits. Food has a central position in our lives, and while kids perhaps aren’t entirely aware of it at every moment during the sessions, Stewart’s experience as a nutritionist is reflected within them. It’s about having fun, gaining skills and independence, as well as providing an entrée into making more informed, healthier lifestyle choices. All sessions are expertly run in safe, professional cooking environments located across the GTA.
Three Things: COOKSMART
Hear the three things that Our Kids’ editors see when they look at COOKSMART
With all the different food choices available, it can be a little daunting to get started in the kitchen. Yet cooking is a lifelong skill that will serve students well in the future, not to mention it’s a delicious hobby... Read More
My 18 year old son resisted learning to cook, until he took an online COOKSMART class with Kathy. She actively engaged my son and the other students in the online class, while explaining safety, nutrition, and meal prepara... Read More
Thank you so much! Ciara loved the class today. She can't wait for the next one!! What a wonderful way to teach kids healthy eating!
Are meals provided? Yes
Is COOKSMART technology free? 1. Students are not allowed to use personal devices during all COOKSMART programs unless they have explicit permission from the instructor. 2. During all camp programs, at the discretion of the instructor, older students may be given permission to check their device during lunch recess. All students are normally encouraged to use recess time for outdoor play, group games or down time as appropriate. During the Food & Film camp and Cooking & Coding camps we incorporate technology for half the day into the program, which is provided.
Offers children's birthday party packages: Yes
A fun engaging 2 hour virtual baking class that makes your child feel special.
For more details go to www.cooksmart.ca/birthday-party-booking
Offers outdoor education program for schools or corporate groups: Yes
Not outdoors, but we do Corporate Parties and Virtual Cooking Classes that feature fabulous recipes to cook together. Excellent activity for Corporate Wellness Fairs and Events. Nutritionist lead sessions.
Kathy Stewart, Founder of COOKSMART
CNP, BEd, MEd, BScH Nutrionist, Educator
COOKSMART started in the kitchen of Kathy Stewart, with her three small children learning how to cut veggies for their pizza toppings. The kids were excited to practice their new skills, especially when they could snack at the same time. As their confidence grew using a knife, they became curious for greater challenges and were soon cooking and baking inspired creations for the whole family. Seeing the independence that only a few simple cooking skills gave her own children, Kathy created a vision for COOKSMART.
Kathy's extensive experience as a teaching professional, coupled with her training as a nutritionist has given her the knowledge, skills, and passion to make COOKSMART a reality.
Our goal is to inspire better food choices and basic cooking for life-long healthy eating!
November 6, 2018
COOKSMART PD Camp - October Mississauga
Check out their feature in the Snap'd South Mississauga newspaper! COOKSMART had an awesome time making pizza and apple pies from scratch!... Read More
With all the different food choices available, it can be a little daunting to get started in the kitchen. Yet cooking is a lifelong skill that will serve students well in the future, not to mention it’s a delicious hobby!
Chisholm Middle School students learned through hands-on experience how to properly prepare a nutritious and colourful meal through the Cook Smart program. Students began their morning workshop with a discussion about proper nutrition and foods which provide health nutrients. Then students learned how to properly wash, cut and prepare foods by following a recipe. The gym was alive with sounds of slicing, dicing, grating and creating a layered bean salad. The students’ patience and teamwork skills paid off as they were able to enjoy their creation at the end of the workshop. Staff and students all agreed that the food was delicious. Students also learned how to properly wash the utensils they used to make their food and how to clean up after themselves in the kitchen.
Overall, the students and staff enjoyed the opportunity to discover their culinary creativity.
Thanks CookSmart!
Does COOKSMART have good reviews?
We interviewed families about their experience with COOKSMART. Watch the video here. You can also read 5 reviews of COOKSMART from past attendees.
What types of programs does COOKSMART offer?
COOKSMART runs: day camps, virtual programs. Programming specializes in: Cooking, Baking/Decorating. Browse the program calendar for rates and dates.
What age does COOKSMART start?
COOKSMART has programs for children aged 5 to 99.
How much does is cost to attend COOKSMART?
Fees to attend COOKSMART range from $15 to $400/session.
Does COOKSMART offer support for children with special needs?
COOKSMART offers some mild support for children with special needs. Please contact the director to discuss your needs.
Does COOKSMART offer busing?
No, COOKSMART does not offer transportation.
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