Global Bites With Marta
A Culinary Journey Around the World
For Kids (Ages 4–12)
In this 12-week journey, children explore foods and cultures from around the world while developing real kitchen skills, confidence, and independence.
Each week, young chefs travel to a new country through food, learning about global cultures, preparing dishes together, setting the table, and enjoying the healthy meal they created.
Global Bites with Marta: A Culinary Journey Around the World
Global Bites with Marta at Jardin Infantil Academy inspires young chefs ages 4–12 to explore the world through food and hands-on cooking experiences.
Each class takes children on a journey to a different country. Young chefs discover where the country is located on the map, learn about its culture and traditions, and prepare one of its traditional dishes.
Through cooking, children experience how food connects people, cultures, and communities around the world.
What Young Chefs Will Learn
- Develop practical cooking skills: Learn real kitchen techniques such as measuring, mixing, chopping, kneading, assembling dishes, and safe food preparation.
- Explore world geography and cultures: Each class introduces a new country. Children learn where it is located, what foods are traditional there, and the cultural stories behind the dishes they prepare.
- Practice table etiquette and presentation: Young chefs learn how to set a table, present their dishes, serve themselves, and practice simple dining manners while sharing a meal together.
- Cook and enjoy their meal together: At the end of every class, children sit down as a group to enjoy the food they prepared, building community, confidence, and pride in their work.
- Build independence and confidence: Cooking encourages creativity, teamwork, and a sense of accomplishment as children create and share something they made themselves.
Multilingual & Cultural Exploration
Cooking is a global experience. As children explore different cuisines, they are also exposed to multiple languages.
In addition to Spanish and French, young chefs practice simple words and expressions from the country they are exploring, helping them connect language, culture, and food in a fun and natural way.
1691 Bloor St. West
Program Pricing
Saturdays
Global Bites with Marta
$450 per 12-week session
Sept 12 – Dec 2
4:00 – 6:00 PM
Ages 4–12
12 Week Program
$450
Wednesdays
Global Bites with Marta
$450 per 12-week session
Sept 12 – Nov 28
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Ages 4–12
12 Week Program
$450
Drop-In Culinary Classes
$40 per class
Available for any session when space allows.
Perfect for families who want to try a class before committing to the full program.
12-Week Menu
At the end of the program, every child will receive a Little Chefs Certificate of Completion.
Click on each date to explore the exciting activities and special menus planned for our upcoming camp days!
Global Bites: A Culinary Journey with Marta
Menu
Week 1 – India
Dish: Savoury Indian Pancakes with Yogurt Dipping Sauce
Skills: measuring, mixing batter, seasoning, cooking safely, following a recipe, and preparing a simple dipping sauce.
Week 2 – Hungary
Dish: Sweet Lángos with Brown Sugar & Cinnamon
Skills: measuring, mixing and working with dough, shaping, cooking safely, timing, and adding sweet toppings.
Week 3 – Mexico
Dish: Chicken Flautas with Fresh Pico de Gallo
Skills: preparing fillings, rolling, chopping fresh ingredients, mixing, seasoning, assembling, and exploring Mexican flavours.
Week 4 – Italy
Dish: Cheese & Pepperoni Pizza Rolls with Garlic Dip
Skills: working with dough, spreading sauce, adding toppings, rolling and shaping, baking basics, and preparing a dipping sauce.
Week 5 – Greece
Dish: Macaroni & Feta Cheese Pie with Tzatziki
Skills: measuring, mixing, assembling ingredients, working with feta cheese, baking basics, and preparing homemade tzatziki.
Week 6 – Costa Rica
Dish: Gallo Pinto — Rice, Beans & Vegetables with Sauce
Skills: measuring, preparing vegetables, combining ingredients, seasoning, cooking rice and beans, and learning about a traditional Costa Rican dish.
Week 7 – Panama
Dish: Sweet Hojaldres with Honey
Skills: measuring, mixing and working with dough, shaping, cooking safely, timing, and finishing with a sweet topping.
Week 8 – Thailand
Dish: Mango & Coconut Balls with Condensed Milk
Skills: measuring, mixing, shaping, working with different textures, following a recipe, and exploring tropical ingredients and Thai flavours.
Week 9 – Greece
Dish: Greek Lemon Chicken, Rice & Spice Stew
Skills: measuring, preparing ingredients, seasoning, combining flavours, cooking rice and chicken, and following a multi-step recipe.
Week 10 – El Salvador
Dish: Meat Pupusas with Coleslaw
Skills: preparing dough, filling and shaping pupusas, preparing vegetables, assembling a traditional side dish, and exploring Salvadoran food traditions.
Week 11 – India
Dish: Meat & Vegetable Samosas with Cilantro Chutney
Skills: preparing and seasoning fillings, folding and shaping, cooking safely, following a recipe, and preparing a fresh chutney.
Week 12 – Middle East
Dish: Potato Latkes/Pancakes with Sour Cream Dip
Skills: preparing and grating ingredients, mixing, shaping, cooking safely, timing, and preparing a simple dipping sauce.
Special Offers for Young Chefs
Join us for the full 12-class culinary journey and take advantage of these special offers!
FREE BONUS CLASS
FREE Christmas Cookie Decorating Class! Register for the full 12-class Global Bites program and receive a: FREE Christmas Cookie Decorating Class on Saturday, December 5 (2:00–4:00 PM 1691 Bloor Street West). A festive bonus experience filled with decorating, creativity, and holiday fun!
REFER & SAVE
Bring Your Friends & Save $100! Love cooking together? Bring your crew! Recruit 5 friends to register for the full 12-class Global Bites program and receive: $100 OFF your registration More friends, more food, more fun — and more opportunities to explore the world together!
Join Our Cooking Adventure!
Give your child the opportunity to explore the culinary arts, develop new skills, and create delicious meals in a fun and engaging environment.
Meet Marta, Culinary Educator
Marta is the heart behind the cooking programs at Jardin Infantil Academy. As a passionate culinary educator, she believes food is one of the most powerful ways for children to learn about the world, build confidence, and develop lifelong skills.
Through hands-on cooking experiences, Marta guides young chefs to explore global cultures, practice real kitchen techniques, and discover the joy of preparing and sharing food together.
