Kids in the Kitchen
Its estimated that 40% of Canadians that eat out regularly do so because of convenience, feel there is no time to cook, or do not know how to cook.
Getting kids in the kitchen at an early age helps to develop the cooking skills that they need to feel confident in the kitchen.
Having kids help in the kitchen also helps to increase the acceptability of food. The more a child sees, feels and touches the food, the easier it becomes to eat it.
Even kids 2-3yrs old can have fun washing fruits and vegetables or smelling herbs and spices.
As kids grow older, getting them to chop their own vegetables, measure out ingredients or make their own school lunches is a great way to keep them involved and interested in the kitchen.
Just try it!
Imagine. You sit down at the table and in front of you is a food you’ve never seen before and you’re told to ‘just try it!’ Only the most adventurous will engage in the unknown. Most of us need to become familiar with a new food before we put it in our mouth. What does it look like and smell like? Do other people enjoy it? Becoming familiar with food is an important first step in expanding variety.
Nutrition Services Team 204-856-2055