Welcome to The Silver Lake Kitchen Cooking Academy
After School and Summer Camp
Welcome to The Silver Lake Kitchen Cooking Academy
After School and Summer Camp
About The Silver Lake Kitchen
Kids Can Cook!
Parents tend to worry or doubt their children can accomplish hard things and in The Silver Lake Kitchen we give them the opportunities, the tools and the permission with guidance.
These after school classes are all about building confidence in the kitchen by focusing on essential cooking and baking skills and hands-on techniques that kids can carry with them for life. From learning how to knead dough and handle a knife safely, to mastering baking basics and understanding how to follow a recipe—our goal is to empower your child with practical culinary know-how.
At The Silver Lake Kitchen, we approach cooking like a blend of art and science—a place for creativity, discovery, and hands-on learning. There is no pressure to eat anything; instead, we focus on the process and exploration, creating a relaxed, supportive environment. In our experience, this approach naturally encourages curiosity, and most kids end up trying (and often loving) what they make!
Throughout the months, we’ll be making a variety of fun and delicious recipes, and kids usually love what they create. That said, we understand that every child has different tastes and comfort levels. If your child feels uncertain about trying some of the foods we prepare, please reassure them that the real value lies in learning the skills—skills they can use later to make the foods they love at home!
We can’t wait to get started and watch their confidence (and creativity) grow in the kitchen with permission and guidance.
"As parents of a neurodivergent teen, we strive to find learning environments that will help our son develop the skills and confidence he’ll need as an adult. With a wonderfully patient and inclusive staff, Silver Lake Kitchen has become just such a place. These last few years at King’s Roost have been formative for him to say the least, and watching our boy grow has been a thrill. Thank you, Chef Mary, and go, Silver Lake Kitchen!" D. Sweetland
About Chef Mary
Hi, I'm Chef Mary, the founder & chef at The Silver Lake Kitchen. I launched the school in fall of 2022 with the support of the Silver Lake, Los Feliz & Atwater community.
I'm a certified chef and nutritionist with over 20 years of cooking experience. I've taught children and adults to cook through out my entire career.
Chef Mary published her first book in 2024 The Vita Gang Mysteries, Who Stole D? Pick it up today on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Walmart and Bookbaby.com (enter the mary20 for 20% off at Book Baby).
Classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays for children ages 8—14.
CONTACT US
The Silver Lake Kitchen
2801 North San Fernando Road, Los Angeles, California 90065, United States
Ph: 323-610-6810
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