Cooking with Kids
Have you ever thought of cooking with a child as an amazing learning, entertaining and bonding experience? Whether it’s your own or that of a relative or friend, you can take advantage of the summer to create everlasting memories.
I contributed a post at Culinate on how I used to anticipate the summer holiday every year as a child so I would spend time with my mother in the kitchen. I enjoyed every bit of it: the messes of piled vegetable peel, the water splashes, the clinking of pots, the feeling that I was destined to one day become a woman and cook for my family the way she did. I remember those moments and recipes learned to this day and carry them with me everywhere I go.
Those were truly magical moments for me as a child. That’s why this summer, I am planning to cook with my daughter, create and play, shape dough and color batter; and gradually pass down a beautiful legacy of a culturally rich culinary heritage.
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Gourmet on a Budget — 06/11/2010 @ 12:25 pm
I like that you write about the memories, and sweet feelings associated with cooking. It's about more than just the recipes. I just started on this endeavor to write about cooking; it's both easier, and harder than it seems.
Love this blog!
http://www.gourmetcookingonabudget.blogspot.com
Cathy — 06/11/2010 @ 1:31 pm
I have wonderful memories of cooking with my mother and grandmother. That's one of the best things we can pass on to our children.
Bryan — 06/11/2010 @ 7:46 pm
I love to cook with the kiddos! I get to share something that I enjoy with them and they get to be a part of my expiriments. Miss Lu (8) and Mr. Man (4) are regulars in the kitchen and on my blog. From making pizza to putting a brulee on strawberries have fun!
Carolyn Jung — 06/12/2010 @ 12:55 am
Being in the kitchen with your parents is one of the most treasured experiences any child can have. Not only does it give you special alone-time with your parents, but it teaches you so many things, both tangible and intangible, that you will remember all your life.
Anonymous — 06/12/2010 @ 11:24 am
How wonderful. My boys have enjoyed helping since they were little.
Great memories.
Nisrine Merzouki — 06/12/2010 @ 2:39 pm
Gourmet, good luck with your new blog!
Carolyn, alone time between a parent and a child is very important. What better place than the kitchen to spend that time?
elra — 06/12/2010 @ 2:57 pm
That sounds wonderful Nizrini. I did this a lot when my son was younger.
Nadji — 06/12/2010 @ 7:20 pm
Il est toujours important de transmettre.
la transmission culinaire est plus facile mère/fille que mère/fils.
A bientôt.
El — 06/13/2010 @ 4:21 am
This is so important. It teaches healthy eating and helps build confidence. Wonderful post!
Carla and Michael — 06/13/2010 @ 11:41 am
I too can remember many Sunday dinners in the kitchen with my mom amd grandmother with them giving me little chores to help with. Fond memories. I also cooked with my daughter which today has made her an adventurous cook.
Barbara — 06/13/2010 @ 5:08 pm
Good for you, Nisrine! My mother, grandmother and aunt all taught me in the kitchen. It's so important. All three of my now-grown kids can cook as well as I can!
Erica — 06/13/2010 @ 5:55 pm
So cool. I learned a lot cooking with my mom, it is truly a valuable experience!!
Mademoiselle Poirot — 06/13/2010 @ 6:57 pm
Bonjour Nisrine, thanks so much for the lovely, warm welcome back. What a thoughtful and lovely post, I don't cook often enough with my son and really ought to make more time for it…Thanks for reminding me. Bisous & Love from London, Carole x
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