Playful Plates is a creative cooking experience designed to get children excited about food, cooking and learning. Through fun, practical activities, children get to make, taste and enjoy food while developing valuable skills along the way.

Playful Plates is designed primarily for children aged 4–12 years old. Programmes can also be tailored for older children on request.

Cooking provides a fun way to develop practical skills such as following instructions, measuring, teamwork, creativity and problem-solving. It also encourages children to explore ingredients and become more confident around food.

Yes! Enjoying what they have created is an important part of the Playful Plates experience.

Absolutely. Our programmes are designed with schools in mind and can be adapted to suit different groups and school environments.

A standard Playful Plates session is 30-40 minutes — enough time for children to get hands-on, make something delicious and enjoy the experience without losing their attention.

Not necessarily. Our activities are designed to work in a range of school environments. We'll discuss the available space and requirements with you when planning your session.

The equipment and ingredients required for the selected Playful Plates experience are arranged as part of the programme. Specific requirements may vary depending on the activity.

Yes. Playful Plates brings the cooking experience directly to participating schools and other suitable venues.