AURORA COOKS

Our cooking classes are designed to develop age-specific skills, promote community, demystify scratch cooking across cultures and promote fruit and vegetable consumption. We can help you become a confident home cook with our approach to cooking: empowering, practical and fun!

PARENT/TOT

Curriculum designed for youth ages 3-6 accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. $35/pair.

You Make Me Daisy

As our gardens begin to come alive with the seeds of spring, join us in making some fun picnic treats to enjoy in the garden. Menu: Cucumber Flowers with an Everything Bagel Dip, Jellybean Flower Cookie Cups and a Strawberry Sprinkler Punch.

62631 March 4

• Sat., 10-11:30 a.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Lucky Leprechauns

Embrace the Luck of the Irish! In this St. Patrick’s Day themed class, we will make snacks that any leprechaun would enjoy. Menu: Shamrock Smoothie, Broccoli Tots with Dill Dip and Lucky Green Muffins. 62632 March 11

• Sat., 10-11:30 a.m.

• Central Recreation Center

DON’T WORRY BE HOPPY

Hop into spring with fun treats that any bunny would enjoy! Menu: Spring Herb Hummus with Carrot Sticks, Bunny Bait and Hummingbird Muffins.

62633 April 29

• Sat., 9-10:30 a.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Toy Story Brunch

You’ve got a friend in Aurora Cooks to infinity and beyond! Andy is gone and it’s time for Woody and the toy crew to help us cook an unforgettable brunch. Menu: Bacon Alien Egg Bites, Little Bo Peep Pancakes and Mini Twice Baked Mr. Potato Heads.

62636 April 22

• Sat., 9-10:30 a.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Sesame Street Eats

After an exclusive interview with Elmo, we have learned not only how to get to Sesame Street, but how to cook there as well! Join us as we sing, dance and learn how to prepare some delicious Sesame Street Eats! Menu: Burt and Ernie Fruit Parfaits, Big Bird Mac n Cheese and Cookie Monster Donuts.

62637 May 6

• Sat., 3-4:30 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Race Car Breakfast

Racers, put on your aprons and start your engines! Rev up your day with this fun and fueling breakfast that will keep your little car fanatic from crashing. Menu: Supercharged Fruit Racers with Cream Cheese Dip, Chocolate Spare Tires, Cheddar Cheese and Egg Steering Wheel Roll Ups.

62641 May 6

• Sat., 9-10:30 a.m.

• Central Recreation Center

MOTHER’S DAY TEA

Enjoy a Mother’s Day Tea prepared with your sweet tot. Menu: Strawberry Cream Scones, Cucumber Flower Sandwiches and Hibiscus Citrus Tea.

62638 May. 13

• Sat., 10-11:30 a.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

62639 May. 13

• Sat., 2-3:30 p.m.

• Central Recreation Center

DINO-MITE BITES

Jurassic times call for Jurassic measures! It is time to get YOU and your little dinosaur into the kitchen for a prehistoric party. Grab your cooking spot before they’re extinct. Menu:

Cheddar Fossil Crisps, Roasted Parmesan Broccoli Trees and MandM Dinosaur Nests.

62640 May. 27

• Sat., 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

PARENT/FAMILY

Curriculum designed for youth ages 6-12 accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. $55/pair.

Donut Shop

Master the art of donut frying, baking, and glazing! Menu: Blueberries and Cream Filled Donuts, Red Velvet and Churro Spice Donuts.

62642 March 11

• Sat., 1:30-3:30 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Legend Of The Hidden Veggies

There are times when a chef must be a master of disguise, hiding nutrition at the family dinner table. Legend has it that there are tips and tricks to keep your family happy and heathy. Join us to learn about these secrets. Menu: Sloppy Jacks (Barbecue Jackfruit), Cheesy Cauliflower Tots and Fudgy No Bake Brownies.

62643 April 7

• Fri., 6-8 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Set Adrift

Lei back and drift away with us onto the beaches with this Tiki inspired meal. Menu: Sweet and Spicy Chicken Kabobs with a Sesame and Scallion Relish, Coconut Jasmine Rice and Dole Whip for Dessert.

62644 April 15

• Sat., 3-5 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Polish Pierogis

A true taste of Poland! In this class, you will learn how to make these wonderfully savory dumplings. Menu: Potato and Cheese Pierogis with Brown Butter Sage Sauce, Apple Pie-rogies and Mizeria (polish Cucumber Salad).

62645 May 12

• Fri., 6-8 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Make It Like Nonna

Make some friends and a fresh Italian restaurant meal that would make your Italian Grandma pinch your cheeks. Join us for the perfect plate of spaghetti. Menu: Spaghetti and Meatballs, Classic Marinara, Italian Green Beans and Cheesy Garlic Bread.

62646 May 20

• Sat., 3-5 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Deliciously Cruella

Ready, set, spots. Get them while they last. Miss Deville is in the kitchen, and she has put her fashionable spin on some of her favorite dishes. Menu: Creamy Herb Braised Chicken, Toasted Quinoa Pilaf on Roasted Red Bell Pepper

Romesco and 101 Chocolate Spotted Cookies.

62647 May 27

• Sat., 3-5 p.m.

• Central Recreation Center

Kids

Curriculum designed for youth ages 6-9. $30/person.

Slam Dunk Snacks

Grab, dunk, eat and repeat. Learn to make these delicious dunk-able dishes with your newly made cooking friends.

62648 April 29

• Sat., 12:30-2:30 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Beauty And The Feast

Chefs have uncovered some recipes from the tale as old as time. Be our guest and put your cooking to the test. Menu: Peperoni Pizza Rose Roll. Strawberry Lemon Princess Bell Teacup Cake and Be our Guest Punch.

62649 May 20

• Sat., 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

Not The Sushi

All the sushi fun without any of the fish! Come make some fun kid-friendly takes on sushi. Menu: BLT Sushi, Cucumber California Rolls and Rice Crispy Dessert Nigiri.

62650 May 20

• Sat., 2-4 p.m.

• Central Recreation Center

Cooking

EASY FUN SNACKS!

Send those after school snack cooks over to learn some easy and fun snacks that anyone can make at home with a little help. Menu:

Bacon Cheddar Caramelized Onion Cream

Cheese Pinwheel, Apple Caramel Chocolate

Coconut Nachos, Bean and Cheese Baked

Taquitos with Roasted Tomato Salsa.

62651 May 27

• Sat., 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

• Central Recreation Center

After School Cooking

Ages 6-9

Transform into a chef after school! Join us for an after-school cooking class learning basic cooking techniques to make delicious and nutritious snacks at home!

• $9/class or register for the entire month

62652 April 5-19

62653 May 3-24

• Wed., 4:15-5:15 p.m.

• Moorhead Recreation Center

62654 April 5-19

62655 May 3-24

• Wed., 3:15-4:15 p.m.

• Central Recreation Center

Spring Break Cooking Camp

Ages 6-9

Kids will transport to the Islands, sipping from coconuts and cooking regional meals from the Caribbean. Camp will incorporate games and challenges that are sure to surpass sitting at home on Spring Break.

• $200

62656 March 13-17

• Mon-Fri., 9 a.m.-noon

• Central Recreation Center

62657 March 13-17

• Mon-Fri., 9 a.m.-noon

• Moorhead Recreation Center