Taking Children On A Culinary Adventure
Duke of Edinburgh Cooking Course
Master Essential Cooking Skills for Your D of E Skills Section
Designed to Meet D of E Requirements
3 month course for £40
6 month course £80
Complete Your DofE Skills Section with Confidence
Cooking is the second most popular DofE Skills section activity, chosen by nearly 10% of participants. Our structured cooking courses provide everything you need to successfully complete your Bronze or Silver Skills section whilst learning an essential life skill. Study at your own pace from home, with professional video tutorials, weekly feedback, and full assessor support.
Important: Participants must register their activity with their DofE Leader and ensure this course meets their individual DofE requirements before enrolling. Your DofE Leader will need to approve your programme planner before you begin.
3 month course for £40
6 month course £80
How Our Course Meets DofE Skills Section Requirements
Time
Commitment
Bronze: Minimum 3 months (12 weeks)
Silver: Minimum 6 months (24 weeks)
Average 1 hour per week of cooking activity. Longer recipes can count for multiple sessions.
Progression & Development
Structured curriculum showing clear skill development from basic techniques to more complex recipes, demonstrating continuous improvement and increasing expertise.
Professional
Assessor
Jemma Davis (BSc Food & Consumer Studies) serves as your qualified assessor with professional food development experience, completing your Assessor's Report.
Evidence & Documentation
Weekly photo documentation, recipe logs, and progress reports provide comprehensive evidence for your eDofE portfolio.
3 month course for £40
6 month course £80
What makes this programme different
£40
12 step-by-step recipe videos (1 per week)
Mix of savoury & sweet dishes
Vegetarian options included
Kitchen safety & hygiene module
Equipment essentials guide
Store cupboard staples list
Downloadable recipe cards
Shopping lists for each recipe
Easy photo submission via email
Personal feedback after each recipe
Progress tracking & documentation
Completed Assessor's Report
Lifetime access to all materials
£80
12 step-by-step recipe videos (1 per week)
Mix of savoury & sweet dishes
Vegetarian options included
Kitchen safety & hygiene module
Equipment essentials guide
Store cupboard staples list
Downloadable recipe cards
Shopping lists for each recipe
Easy photo submission via email
Weekly shopping lists
Feedback after each recipe
Progress tracking & documentation
Lifetime access to all materials
How the Course Works for Your DofE
Discuss with Your DofE Leader
Before enrolling, speak with your DofE Leader about using cooking for your Skills section. They'll need to approve your programme planner on D of E.
Enrol & Set Your Goals
Choose your course level, register on eDofE, and complete your programme planner outlining what skills you'll develop. Add Jemma Davis as your assessor contact.
Cook Weekly & Submit Evidence
Follow video tutorials, cook approximately 1 hour per week at times that suit you. Take photos of your dishes and email them to us - simple evidence submission with no complicated apps.
Receive Feedback & Improve
Get personalised feedback on your cooking from your professional assessor, showing continuous progression and skill development throughout your course.
Complete Your Section
After completing your required timeframe, receive your comprehensive Assessor's Report to submit on eDofE, completing your Skills section!
3 month course for £40
6 month course £80
Why Choose Mini Food Explorers for Your DofE?
Qualified Assessor
Learn from Jemma Davis, BSc (Hons) Food & Consumer Studies, with professional experience at M&S and Annabel Karmel
Totally Flexible
Study at your own pace around school, exams, and commitments. Cook when it suits you - morning, evening, or weekends - with lifetime access to all videos
Simple Submissions
Easy evidence submission via email - just send photos after each recipe. No complicated apps or platforms required
Recipes You'll Love
Family-friendly recipes you'll want to cook again and again - not just for the course but for life. Develop confidence cooking real meals
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.
3 month course for £40
6 month course £80
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.
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
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.
3 month course for £40
6 month course £80
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.
3 month course for £40
6 month course £80
