Get to Know Us
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Before we get to know you, we’d love for you to get to know us at Kids Love Cooking, or as we like to call it, KLC!
At KLC, we are passionate about fostering a love of healthy, delicious food while empowering young minds to become confident creators in the kitchen. Through my two decades of experience, I have become a firm believer that cooking enrichment programs like Kids Love Cooking help children develop lifelong skills and healthy habits in a fun, engaging, and motivating way.
We focus on seasonal, whole foods and encourage students to understand the connection between the food we eat and the earth that sustains us.
No matter a student's age or skill level, KLC celebrates each child as an individual and creates a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
We look forward to supporting your child's culinary journey and helping them discover the joy, creativity, and confidence that come from cooking.
Our Mission
Meet the Instructor
Over the past 20 years, I've had the privilege of working with thousands of students throughout San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties as a Nutrition and Culinary Educator. From kindergarten through high school, I've helped children and teens develop confidence, curiosity, and lifelong skills in the kitchen.
Cooking is about so much more than preparing a meal. It's math. It's science. It's creativity. It's problem-solving. It's learning through trial and error. It's discovering that mistakes are simply part of the recipe for success. The confidence children gain in the kitchen often carries into every other area of their lives.
Another Guy Fieri quote has always stayed with me:
"If you let kids do fun stuff in the kitchen, they'll develop skills and interests that will stay with them forever."
I love that sentiment because it's exactly what I hope every child experiences in my classes.
While I'm not a celebrity chef like Guy, I am a passionate foodie, educator, and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who loves helping kids discover that cooking can be simple, creative, nourishing, and incredibly fun. My goal is to inspire children to build healthy habits, develop practical life skills, and create joyful memories they'll carry with them long after class ends.
Thank you for stopping by! I invite you to explore the classes and programs I offer. I hope to have the opportunity to cook alongside your child soon and share the excitement of preparing wholesome food that nourishes both body and soul.
Feeding health and creativity...one recipe at a time.
God bless,
Erin
Hi! I'm Erin.
About 15 years ago, I earned my Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and decided to go the distance by becoming a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Over the years, I've had the opportunity to work in a variety of nutrition and dietetics roles, but nothing has been as rewarding as working with children.
After becoming a mom to my two amazing daughters (who are best friends and love cooking with me—yes, I may be a little biased!), I realized that the joy we share in the kitchen is something every child deserves to experience.
Children are natural creators. They imagine, invent, experiment, and solve problems in ways that constantly amaze me. The kitchen is one of the best places for those qualities to shine. Given the opportunity, kids discover that healthy food can be exciting, colorful, and delicious.
One of my favorite memories is watching students harvest kale and mint from the garden. With just a little encouragement, they decided to blend the two together to balance the flavors—and just like that, "Kale Bubblegum" was born! They were so proud of their creation, and even more excited to eat it. Moments like these remind me that when children are empowered to explore, healthy eating becomes an adventure instead of a chore.
"Cooking with kids is not just about ingredients, recipes, and cooking. It's about harnessing imagination, empowerment, and creativity." — Guy Fieri
I couldn't agree more.
Let’s Cook Something Awesome Together!
Send a quick note and we’ll help find the perfect cooking adventure for you! Please describe the type of adventure you are interested in: Group classes, homeschool groups, scout troops, summer camps, private lessons, birthday parties etc.