Cooking with Big Kids...........

Recently I had the privilege to work with a group of special people. They are called "Special Friends". They told me that their group have been around for 13 years and meet at least once a week.

The reason Little Chefs was involved with this group was because of another special person, Chricket Yule. She helps run the "Special Friends" program" for this group and asked me to come and host a cooking event with her special group of people. Chricket taught both my girls at Station Road Nursery School in Erin, Ontario. She is a an amazing teacher as well!

So "Big Chef" Lori got the chance to have an event with this group and make custom pizzas! Wow, we had fun chopping and organizing all the different topping that everyone had chosen.

Everyone was very much involved and seemed very interested in what I did. I had alot of great helpers ( Allan, Steve, Alistar, Pauline. Trish, Jason etc.. sorry as I do not remember all your names ) It was enjoyable to have the group interact together to prepare for their pizza making. This was a nice change from the usual pizza making party or event with the younger chefs.

All and all I believe everyone enjoyed making their own custom pizza and eating them!! Did not see too many leftovers!! While the pizza's were cooking, fruit was then cut up for some yummy, healthy fruit kabobs with yogurt also for dipping! We had some great chats about healthy eating and snacking at home. I can't wait to get together again over the summer for some more cooking fun!

I hope everyone can have a chance to meet one of these "Special Friends" one day .

Your life will never be the same.

Happy Cooking,

Lori

Little Chefs

Cook Up Some Fun Today!

519-940-1131

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Cooking Fun This Past Weekend!

What a blast we all had! This weekend was a Little Chefs cooking party for 9 girls and they all had a great time learning about pizza! All the girls participated in making real from scratch pizza dough. Turned out great! Then each girl rolled and flatted their own dough to create a personal pizza to eat. I must say that these girls needed little instruction as some were 10 years old or almost 10! One younger girl did amazing with prepping her dough and was ahead of the rest in the making of her pizza! Wait ago Jenna! I may call you when I need an assistant for future events!
The girls had lots of fun being more creative customizing the birthday girl's (Kendra) apron.
By the time they were done it truly was an apron which hopefully will have lots of memories to follow!

Sunday was an equally fabulous day with my first workshop held locally in Erin at What's Cookin' on main street. All the kids had a great time mixing up their own giant fruit pancakes!
We had a couple of males participating which is always great to see! Cooking is for boys, girls, young and old as long as you have some Fun! The second class was a hugh success with 12 girls ranging from age 4 to 10 years old. The whole group did amazing and I hope we can do these cookshops again soon!
I hope to post a few pictures soon.

Yours in good health,

Lori
Little Chefs
519-940-1131
info@thelittlechefs.ca

Cooking with Kids Classes

Local Events around Town with Little Chefs

Looking for a relaxing night out , enjoy a cup of coffee, paint some pottery, shop , have a mini manicure and get some easy summer tips and recipes for summer months ahead?
Come to Joppa's Coffee House in Orangeville where there is a Fun evening planned by some local businesses! Thursday May 28th 7:00-9:00pm @ Joppa's 168B Broadway Ave.

Sunday May 31st bring the kids to What's Cookin' in Erin for some cooking Fun! The kids with have the opportunity to have some hands experience in the kitchen and you do not have to clean up!! Please register at What's Cookin' 98 Main Street, Erin 519-833-0909 to reserve your spot for 1:30pm or 3:00pm.

Father's Day is fast approaching so why not let your kids get cooking! Little Chefs has partnered with Orangeville Parks and Recreation for some cooking programs and events!
Saturday June 13th form 10:00am - 12:00pm is the day and time reserved for your kids to come to Tony Rose Recreation to make something special for Dad. Registration is done at Alder St or Tony Rose or call Tracy @ 519-940-9092 X 4102 to reserve your limited spot. This is a drop off cookshop for 5-13 year olds.

Happy cooking,

Lori Tinella
Little Chefs
519-940-1131
www.thelittlechefs.ca

HAVE A PARTY THAT COOKS!

**Spring Promo Book a Little Chefs cooking party this summer and receive one free guest!**

Happy Mother's Day!

I hope that all the Mother's out there did something they enjoyed this weekend. Maybe brunch, lunch or dinner with your kid(s) or maybe some spa time??
I had my Mom up to my place for a few days and I took her and my two little girls to a local Spa for some pampering! My mother had never had a pedicure so this is what I treated her too. She loved it and so did my little girls! Both girls got their finger and toe nails painted after my mom and I had our amazing pedicure. It is nice to start off the sandel session with pretty feet!!

The Spa in Belfountain is great and Rose is amazing! I just found out that they are moving to the main street in Erin above the Kulhay Wellness clinic June 1st. Go check them out they all are great and we never can pamper ourselves enough as Moms!! www.thespa.ca is their website.

**Leave me a comment on what you did special for Mothers day and I will send one of you a coupon for $ 10.00 off a service at this Spa which is now going to be in Erin.

Please join Little Chefs this Thursday May 14th 10:30am - 12:30pm at the Lina Lounge www.linalounge.biz for some fun snack making as we enjoy The hungry caterpillar! Check out their website it is a great place for parents and kids.

Cook Up Some Fun Today with your kids!!

Book a Little Chefs cooking party for June , July or August and receive our warm weather promotion of Free loot bags with any cooking party package!

Yours in good health,

Lori

Little Chefs
519-940-1131

Spring Has Sprung So Lets Get Outside!!

Has Spring Arrived?? I ask the question as the weather has been abit weird lately. Snow last Monday but spring flowers were popping up the week before!

Well I am excited to get outside in under 15 minutes without all the winter gear and breathe in some fresh spring air. Besides I need to get my backside in gear since eating too much chocolate these past days!!

Speaking of chocolate, anyone who knows me knows that chocolate is on my list of three survival things if every desserted on a island. (The others are cheese and wine!) So this Easter weekend I decide to make a favorite of many but not made by me in a long time. Chocolate Mousse Cake!! I must say that it gots rave reviews by both families over this Easter weekend.

So I decided that this is what I plan to teach the children to make at Little Chefs Mother's Day Cookshop this coming May 9th . It is held at Tony Rose Recreation Centre in Orangeville from 10:00am -12:00pm! It is a drop off class for 5-13 years olds and sure to be a hit with all the Mothers.
Well as least the ones that live for their daily chocolate fix!!
Please register at either Tony Rose or Alder Recreation Centre today as these book up fast!
Call for more info at 519-940-1131

Yours in good health,
Lori

Little Chefs Cook Up Some Fun Today!
info@thelittlechefs.ca

Are Kids Eating Too Much Junk??

Thought that with Easter around the corner and treats galore parents should be planning ahead!

Very few of us can resist eating junk food so imagine the battle in getting your kids to stop eating it! The sad fact is that junk food is all around us - you can't get away from it! How to get kids to kick this habit can be a huge problem. You may never be rid of junk food entirely but here are some ways you can introduce "healthier foods" into your kids' diets and help them reduce those junk food cravings!

~Start by being a good role model and establish a solid foundation of healthy eating habits while your children are young. Create an environment that encourages nutritious eating for everyone, so no junking it in front of the kids! Try to prepare 3 nutritious meals and 2 healthy snacks per day. Content kids are less likely to seek fast food. Educate kids at an early age about nutrition and smart food choices.
~Take your kids grocery shopping. Teach them how to read labels and how to identify unhealthy ingredients.
~Bring healthy snacks with you on outings so you won't have to buy anything at the snack bar. ~Offer younger kids many new and different varieties of foods - this keeps things interesting so they don't get bored, always eating the same foods. If they don't like something, don't force them to eat it but do try again at a later time.
~Try switching to low-salt variety of their favourite snack chip or crackers - it's a start! Even better, opt for baked snacks instead of fried. Choose popcorn or pretzels instead of potato chips for a quick nibble. Buy lower-fat, lower-salt, sugar-free versions of your kids' favourites.
~If your kids are into sweets, try baking your own treats and reducing the amount of sugar and fats by half.
~If your kids can't live without candy or chocolate, save it for a special occasion rather than an everyday indulgence. Make it a once a week treat!
~Offer fruit juice instead of pop. For a carbonated treat, mix 1/2 cup of fruit juice with 1/2 cup of plain carbonated water or sodium-free soda water.~Instead of an ice cream, try frozen yogurt desserts or a real fruit frozen juice pop. Try a fruit smoothie instead of a milkshake.
~If you must have pizza, eliminate the high-fat toppings such as sausage, pepperoni and meatballs, and stick with vegetable toppings instead.
~As a treat, try to make "Fast-Food" at home. Tacos, burritos, fajitas, and pizza are dinners that most kids love.

Eating some junk once in awhile should be allowed but it should be the exception, not the rule, for healthier eating habits!

By Toronto4Kids

Yours in good health,

Lori

Little Chefs Healthier Kids One Bite at a Time! 519-940-1131

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Isn't it great to be Canadian eh? :) Gotta love all the snow instead of the April showers!!

We are at Lina's Lounge this Friday (Good Friday) for Easter Cupcake decorating 10:30am-12:30am, Go to www.linalounge.biz to see all the highlights for this great place for parents and kids!

Speggtacular Classes and Cookshops April/2009

Little Chefs is "In the Mix"
Spring is here and with that come April Showers, why stay cooped up at home?? Little Chefs and Orangeville Parks & Recreation are mixing up tons of fun in the kitchen for students and families. Spring on over to register for our classes and holiday cookshops fast as spaces are limited! Registration is happening at the guest services desk at both Recreation Centres.


Some spaces still available in the Following Classes:

Little Chefs Afterschool Cooking Club (drop-off class) 5-12 years
Wednesdays - Tony Rose Recreation Centre, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
April & May
Come celebrate Orangeville's first afterschool cooking club!. First learn the basics with kitchen safety and hygiene but then it is off to adventures in snack attack, breakfast for dinner, fruit fiesta, garden time and budding bakers!!
All classes include food/nutrition crafts, games and recipe book to take home.

Preschool-Parent Class (family class-one parent + child) 2-5 years
Fridays - Tony Rose Recreation Centre 10:00AM - 11:00 AM
April & May
Come share some special time with your preschooler cooking up some fun! Prepare a recipe together based on a classic story told at beginning of the class. Craft time is also included.


Spring Cookshops 5-13 years
Hoppy Easter Cookie Decorating
Saturday, April 11, 2009, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Hop on over to Tony Rose and join our fun filled Easter cookie decorating class.
These sweet treats are a great addition to any Easter feast!
Price: $25.00 **

Mothers' Day Special Gift for Mom!
Come make Mom something she will enjoy on her " Special Day "
Saturday May 9, 2009, 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Price: $25.00

Father's Day Special Gift
June 13, 2009, 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Come make a favorite for your Dad to remember!
Price: $ 25.00

**Book all three cookshop sessions and save $ 10.00 or book two cookshop sessions and save $ 5.00


We will be adding new cookshops and classes to our line up so be sure to check the website www.orangeville.ca or call 519-940-9092 X 4106

Save 10% off your next Little Chefs Cooking Party for a group of 8 or more. Not valid with any other offer or promotion. Call or e-mail to reserve your date. Mention Promo code SpringPR09
519.940.1131 or info@thelittlechefs.ca
Offer Expires: May 30, 2009