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Cooking Classes for Ages 14+
The next session runs from January to June under the direction of Teresa Feliciano
WRDSS is pleased to offer cooking classes for members with Down syndrome ages 14 and older. All recipes are simple to prepare and are adapted to any skill level. Students will work in groups of 2-3 and will have a volunteer assisting them in completing their recipe. We will prepare a complete 3 course meal that includes a main course, side dish and a dessert. We all sit down together and enjoy it.
NEW Location: Parkminister United Church (275 Erb Street East, Waterloo, ON N2J 1N6)
Session: Various dates January to June (see registration links below for details)
Time: 6:00pm to 8:30pm
Cost: $55
Our cooking class focuses on:
- Basic cooking skills
- Knife skills
- Safe food handling
- Following Recipes
- Measuring ingredients
- Table setting
- Clean up
Select Class Options Still Available:
3rd Tuesday of the month - Intermediate Skill Level
Can follow direction but needs some assistance with completing some tasks.
3rd Thursday of the month - Beginner Skill Level
Needs assistance with most tasks. Limited ability to follow direction without parental / instructor supervision.
Space is available on a first come, first serve basis.
Parents/Caregivers must be prepared to volunteer a few nights each session to help with the class.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Register for Cooking Class Ages 14+: 3rd Tuesday, Intermediate
