Culinary Education
Knowledge is the key to reducing food waste and fighting hunger. Our community education programs give individuals and families the skills to cook with confidence—turning simple, everyday ingredients into nourishing meals. By teaching practical techniques and smart kitchen habits, we help people waste less, stretch their food further, and make healthy, affordable eating a reality.
Cooking Improv
Cooking Improv is all about making the most of what you have—turning readily available ingredients into delicious, balanced meals while reducing waste and saving money. This approach embodies everything we stand for at La Soupe.
In this hands-on experience, you’ll step into our mission by prepping rescued food for our daily operations. With expert guidance, you'll build confidence in the kitchen, learning to cook without relying on a recipe. We’ll wrap up by putting your new skills to the test—creating and enjoying a delicious meal together.
Classes are offered weekly on many Saturday mornings or by booking a group.
Cincinnati Give a Crock
Cincinnati Give a Crock brings essential cooking skills to the classroom, empowering students to cook confidently at home. While the series emphasizes fresh produce, the recipe-based classes use common, affordable ingredients found in grocery stores and pantries—making healthy cooking accessible to all.
Over six hands-on classes, students practice knife skills and fundamental cooking techniques while preparing a meal to take home. Graduates leave with more than just knowledge—they receive a slow cooker, a cookbook, and essential kitchen tools to keep them cooking long after the program ends.
Interested in bringing the Give a Crock program to your school? Reach out to corinna@lasoupe.org.
CREATIVE, RESOURCEFUL, DELICIOUS
Cooking for the Family
Ever wondered how to make a nutritious meal for a family of four for under $15? Cooking for the Family, developed by Farm Chef, is a 5-week program designed to build confidence in the kitchen while making healthy eating accessible and affordable.
Participants learn eight essential cooking techniques, how to shop smart, and how to prepare fresh, wholesome meals at home. Beyond cooking, the program empowers families to make healthier choices, helping to prevent diet-related chronic illnesses like diabetes and obesity. Graduates leave with practical skills—and a cast iron pan and kitchen tools to keep them cooking long after the program ends.
Interested in bringing the Cooking for the Family program to your organization? Reach out to education@lasoupe.org.