Taking Children On A Culinary Adventure
Online Junior Chef Challenge
From Kitchen Novice to Confident Cook in Just 6 Weeks!
SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER:
£49, was £99! (use code TOMATOLOVE)
Limited time offer for our first course participants!
Is your child ready to become a confident young chef?
Transform your pre-teen into a capable cook with essential culinary skills!
Our Junior Chef Challenge transforms children aged 9-14 from kitchen novices to confident cooks in just six weeks, perfect for building independence and life skills. Created by professional food developer Jemma Davis (formerly with M&S), this practical programme teaches essential recipes, kitchen safety, and cooking confidence through engaging, step-by-step video lessons. Young chefs learn to prepare nutritious, delicious meals while earning achievement badges that make learning fun and rewarding.
SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER:
£49, was £99! (use code TOMATOLOVE)
Limited time offer for our first course participants!
Prepare your child for kitchen independence with essential cooking skills!
Worried about your child's ability to prepare healthy meals? Our 6-week online cooking course gives them the practical skills they need to cook nutritious, delicious food with confidence. Developed by professional food expert Jemma Davis, this programme delivers:
From beginner to confident cook
Step-by-step video lessons transform complete novices into skilled young cooks who can prepare nutritious meals with ease and confidence - no prior experience needed!
Fun, Gamified
Learning
The weekly achievement badge system and cook-along sessions make learning engaging and rewarding. Your child will actually look forward to their cooking time each week!
Essential Life Skills for Growing Independence
Practical knowledge about kitchen safety, balanced nutrition, and meal planning helps build confidence, capability, and age-appropriate independence.
Lifetime Access & Support
Support throughout the six-week programme plus ongoing access to all course videos, downloadable recipes, achievement badges, and community platform.
we've had some great comments from
Our Junior Chefs
from kitchen basics to impressive meals in just 6 weeks
Our Course will give your Child culinary skills for life with...
Continuous access to all course videos, downloadable recipes, and our supportive community platform beyond the six-week programme.
from kitchen basics to impressive meals in just 6 weeks
Our Course will give your child culinary skills for life with...
Continuous access to all course videos, downloadable recipes, and our supportive community platform beyond the six-week programme.
SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER:
£49, was £99! (use code TOMATOLOVE)
Limited time offer for our first course participants!
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS
What makes this programme different
Expert-Led Instruction
Learn from Jemma Davis, professional recipe developer with experience at M&S and Annabel Karmel.
Interactive Learning
The weekly badge system and cook-along sessions make learning fun, engaging and rewarding for young learners.
Visible Progress
From basic skills to complete meals, young chefs experience real achievement that builds lasting confidence and independence.
everything your young chef needs for cooking success
What's Included:
6 weeks of structured cooking instruction
12 versatile recipes from simple staples to impressive meals
6 Weekly Achievement Badges - collectible badges to earn and display with pride
Personalised Completion Certificate for finishing the full Junior Chef Challenge
Lifetime access to all video lessons and materials
Downloadable recipe cards and equipment lists with step-by-step instructions
Shopping lists for each week of the course
Personal feedback from experienced cooking instructors
Private community for sharing achievements and tips
**BONUS** vegetarian dinner option - Butternut Squash and Chestnut Mushroom Wellington
**BONUS** modules on kitchen safety, nutrition for growing bodies, and meal planning
**EXCLUSIVE EARLY BIRD BENEFIT** receive additional content added throughout the lifetime of the course, with the opportunity to request specific recipes and content you'd like to see included!
Secure your place now!
AND BENEFIT FROM OUR SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER:
£49, was £99! (use code TOMATOLOVE)
Limited time offer for our first course participants!
WEEKLY itinerary
Expert Led, Easy to Master Meals
Week 1
Macaroni Cheese
& Cookies
Week 2
Stir Fry Chicken with Noodles & American Pancakes
Week 3
Chilli Con Carne, Rice Guacamole & Nacho’s, Chocolate Brownies
Week 4
Thai Green Curry with Jasmine Rice, Flat Breads with Hummous
Week 5
Salmon Tray Bake & Vegetable Soup
Week 6
Roast Chicken Dinner & Peach Cobbler
**BONUS MODULES**
Kitchen & Food Safety
Nutrition & Balance for Teenagers
Kitchen Equipment Essentials
Shopping on a Budget
Meal Planner
How to cook Eggs
How to cook Meat & Fish
Meet your instructor
Jemma Davis, BSc (Hons) Food & Consumer Studies
Jemma's culinary journey began in her parents' kitchen before evolving into a professional career in recipe development. With experience creating award-winning products for M&S and developing recipes for Annabel Karmel, Jemma brings professional expertise to every lesson.
As a mother of two, she understands the importance of learning to cook nutritious, enjoyable meals. Her passion for food education led her to found Mini Food Explorers, where she's helped hundreds of children and teenagers develop cooking skills and confidence in the kitchen.
SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER:
£49, was £99! (use code TOMATOLOVE)
Limited time offer for our first course participants!
FREE PREVIEW: Experience Our Teaching Approach
Watch Jemma in action
Watch professional food developer Jemma Davis in action in this complimentary 15-minute masterclass on creating an essential tomato sauce. This preview gives you a perfect taste of our teaching style - clear instructions, professional techniques, and practical tips that make cooking accessible for complete beginners.
You'll experience the same engaging approach that powers our full 6-week program, where we transform kitchen novices into confident cooks through methodical, easy-to-follow lessons. See why parents and teenagers alike praise Jemma's ability to make cooking skills attainable for everyone.
What parents say...
"My daughter has been attending classes and throughly enjoys the sessions. The recipes are well thought out and executed and the whole experience is great. Thank you!"
Jagdeep Bhatti
"My daughter loves these workshops - always fun, well organised, safe and super delicious. Will be coming back!"
Natalia Kurowska
"My 14 year old son did the cooking and wow, I couldn't be more impressed. The videos are easy to follow, the recipes are packed full of flavour and use real ingredients, thus healthy cooking!
Amari Queen
Frequently Asked Questions
Do students need any previous cooking experience?
None whatsoever. We start with absolute basics and progress gradually.
What equipment is needed?
Just basic kitchen tools found in most homes. A detailed checklist will be provided before the course starts.
How much time should we allow each week?
Around 2-3 hours per week, which includes watching videos, practicing, and cooking.
What if we miss a week?
No problem! All materials remain accessible, and students can progress at their own pace.
Is there a minimum age requirement?
The course is designed for ages 9-14 but if accompanied by an adult it's suit younger children (and older teens!).
SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER:
£49, was £99! (use code TOMATOLOVE)
Limited time offer for our first course participants!
30 day money back guarantee
if you book your place over 30 days in advance, you can cancel your booking and claim a full refund within 30 days of purchase.
If you book your place within 30 days of the course start date, you can claim a full refund within 14 days of your purchase.
SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER:
£49, was £99! (use code TOMATOLOVE)
Limited time offer for our first course participants!
