Want to know where your food really comes from? The folks at One Degree Organic Foods give a whole new meaning to “farm-to-table” by showing you exactly where their products come from! Track their products by entering the batch code at the front of the package!

One Degree Organic Foods is focused on building a trust in good, clean foods and developing strong relationships with organic farmers who use exclusively plant-based farming methods. With recipes based on a family tradition of baking simple, wholesome treats and a dedication to using natural ingredients with minimal processing, One Degree organic flour may be the perfect addition to your family’s pantry.

Join us on Monday, December 18th, 2017 at our Whole Foods classes and taste for yourselves! Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com/calendar to view our class schedule!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

It was so fun baking with mom!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

I love being able to put a name and face to the products I buy! I really feel like I know where my One Degree Organic Flour is coming from! Their better-for-you flours are a welcomed new inclusion in my family’s staple recipes. For example, when I use the Sprouted Whole Wheat Flour to make pancakes, I’m assured that there are nutritional benefits (and not just empty calories) to my family’s breakfast.

Flavorful Features:

• Sprouted Spelt Flour
• Sprouted Whole Wheat Flour
• Sprouted Corn Flour
• Sprouted Brown Rice Flour
• Sprouted Red Fife Flour
• Sprouted Khorasan Flour
• Sprouted Rye Flour
• Spelt Flour
• Whole Wheat Flour

The Icing on the Cake:

Check out One Degree Organic Foods’ outstanding selection of recipes on their website!

https://onedegreeorganics.com

https://www.facebook.com/OneDegreeOrganics/

The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Sorghum is a healthful, hearty grain to add to your family’s pantry. Fuel your family’s bellies for hours- this gluten-free grain is an excellent source of a variety nutrients, with an extraordinary amount of dietary fiber, which is great for digestive systems! Whether cooking with the grain, flour, syrup, or otherwise, sorghum is a versatile Old World grain that shouldn’t be overlooked in today’s kitchen!

Join us at Whole Foods Upper West Side on December 18th, 2017 and Whole Foods Tribeca on December 20th, 2017 for the opportunity to get hands-on and learn about cooking with sorghum! Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com/calendar for our schedule.

From the Mouth of a Kid:

My favorite is the sorghum syrup! It’s so sweet!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

I‘ve loved adding recipes that include sorghum into my family’s diet! I’ve stocked up on a few different sorghum products, especially using both the sorghum grain and syrup when I cook. It’s super kid-friendly, while also being nutritionally appealing to me and my husband!

Personally, I love adding it to my salads, as it keeps me fuller for longer!

The Icing on the Cake:

Sorghum can be used in a variety of recipes! Check out some delicious here: www.simplysorghum.com/recipes.

Time to Eat?!

Any time a whole grain is on the menu!

Mix it Up!

Try popping your whole grain sorghum like popcorn to snack on while watching a movie for an alternative that’s high in calcium and iron! Just be careful it doesn’t burn!

The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Gluten-free has never tasted better! And, cooking gluten-free has never been simpler! It’s all in the name – Cup4Cup! Cup4Cup Multipurpose Flour swaps out traditional flour, literally “cup for cup.” Chef Thomas Keller brings your home the best of gluten-free, so that all  members of your family can enjoy classic favorites, respectful of those with gluten intolerances or allergies! With holiday cookie season upon us, what better way to ensure that all can enjoy the sweet treats of the season than by using Cup4Cup flour! The Creative Kitchen and Cup4Cup are excited to make and decorate cookies on November 30th, 2017 at Whole Foods Midtown East!

Advanced registration is required: email events@thecreativekitchen.com

Can’t make it to the class, check out recipes are the Cup4Cup website: https://www.cup4cup.com/recipes/

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I had gluten-free cake at my birthday party! We all got to eat the same cake and it was so yummy! 

From the Eyes of a Parent:

I’m so happy to not have to make two versions of recipes – one gluten-free, and one not. With Cup4Cup, I don’t have to alter recipes – I simply use 1 cup of Cup4Cup instead of 1 cup of traditional flour in any of my recipes. It couldn’t be easier and there’s no compromise in taste!

Flavorful Features:

Cup4Cup makes all kinds of baking mixes in addition to their Multipurpose Flour (a replacement for white flour) and their Wholesome Flour (a replacement for whole wheat flour)!:

•       Cornbread Mix

•       Pizza Crust Mix

•       Pie Crust Mix

•       Pancake & Waffle Mix

•       Chocolate Brownie Mix

The Icing on the Cake:

Cup4Cup flour is Kosher, gluten-free, non-GMO and contains no tree nuts, peanuts or soy!

Time to Eat?! 

Cup4Cup flour can be used in any recipe that calls for flour

Find the Cup4Cup website here

Check them out on Facebook too!

The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner.  Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children.  She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

The Creative Kitchen really enjoys NurturMe products, especially their Quinoa Squares Organic Puffed Crackers. These quinoa squares are loaded with nutrients that help toddlers and children grow and develop. Quinoa is one of the few non-animal based complete proteins, providing your little ones with all essential and nonessential amino acids as well as fiber, vitamins, minerals, and omegas. They are natural, certified organic, gluten-free, non-GMO, and kosher without any added salts, sugars, or preservatives.

We’re so happy to include NurturMe in our goody bags for our Kids Cooking Series at Whole Foods Market NYC!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I like the cinnamon ones the best. They are sweet and crunchy.

From the Eyes of a Parent:

I couldn’t believe these flavorful crackers have so few ingredients. Without any added sugars or preservatives, these crackers are light and tasty. I really like that they’re also hypoallergenic; gluten, dairy and soy free!

Flavorful Features:

Nuturme Quinoa Squares come in a variety of flavors including:

-Cheddar and Broccoli
-Pineapple and Spinach
-Sweet Potato, Apple, and Cinnamon

The Icing on the Cake:

With 100% naturally occurring plant-based ingredients, these puffy crackers are a nutritious alternative to snacks made with synthetic nutrients, which can cause indigestion. Plant based ingredients are digested easier than synthetic ingredients and improve baby’s overall nutrient absorption.

Good to Go?

Each box of Quinoa Squares comes with 5 separately packaged snack size bags for your toddler or young kids.

Time To Eat!?

Skip the potato chips! Packed with protein, fiber, and omegas these Quinoa Squares are a great nutritious snack to tide your little ones over between meals.

The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Say cheese! The Creative Kitchen team and our Whole Foods Market campers can’t get enough of Emmi’s Mild Le Gruyère Cheese. They’re having so much fun making and eating fondue with Emmi’s cheese at our Kids Cooking Camps. Emmi sources its milk from pasture fed cows that aren’t treated with growth hormones – and happy cows makes for even tastier cheese! Their simple, all-natural ingredients and careful process allow for rich flavors in every bite. Grated, sliced, shredded, or diced – this cheese is a great addition to any balanced diet with calcium and vitamin A in every serving. Find the recipe for their ooey gooey fondue and other great dishes here.

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I love this cheese on everything! I could eat it every day!
 

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Emmi’s mild gruyere has a delicious flavor that tastes great eaten by itself or added into recipes that my whole family enjoys! My kids especially love when we have fondue night. They love helping me prep Emmi’s cheese and choosing different vegetables to dip in the fondue. It’s a great way to get them to eat their fruits and vegetables – plus, it’s fun for everybody!

Flavorful Features:

Emmi makes many different cheeses, including:

• Appenzeller Classic
• Switzerland Swiss
• Vacherin Fribourgeois
• Tete de Moine
• Le Marechal
  

And other unique cheeses with different textures and tastes, such as specialty cheese and fondue.

 

The Icing on the Cake:

Emmi uses milk produced from cows that are fed on a natural diet of pastured grass and hay!

Mix it Up!

Add Emmi’s Mild Gruyere cheese to your next mac and cheese for an even creamier and more flavorful dish.

The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

The wholesome goodness of brown rice makes Nature’s Path Envirokidz Crispy Rice Bars a great go to snack for your kids! They’re a better-for-you choice in the snack bar category, since they’re made with whole grains and organic ingredients. Nature’s Path uses natural sweeteners, making their Envirokidz Crispy Rice Bars a great substitute for a candy bar when your or your kid’s sweet tooth is calling. Plus, this family owned company certifies that their snack bars are all wheat and gluten-free, making them allergy-friendly and safe for the whole family to enjoy!

Join us at The Creative Kitchen Kids Cooking Camps this summer at Whole Foods Market Bowery and snack on these whole grain treats that will keep kids cooking all day long! Register here!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

This tastes like a candy bar! I love the chocolate one – It’s chewy and really sweet!
 

From the Eyes of a Parent:

I love that these bars are made from whole grains, and my kids love the fun animals on the packaging! They’re so convenient to pack with their lunches in the morning for a sweet treat without the hassle. They’re a great swap-out for candy and other sweets since they’re made with natural sweeteners and have the nutrients of brown rice.

Flavorful Features:

Nature’s Path Envirokidz Crispy Rice Bars come in delicious flavors, including:

• Chocolate
• Berry Blast
• Peanut Choco Drizzle
• Peanut Butter
  

The Icing on the Cake:

All of the Envirokidz Crispy Rice Bars are gluten-free and organic! Plus, they contain 1g of fiber, 10g of whole grains, and 1g of protein!

Environkidz empowers positive change through their tasty organic foods. They show their love for the earth and its animals by donating 1% of the sales to animal conservation groups! The animals on their packaging aren’t just cute, they represent partner organizations that are doing great work to protect the planet and its animals! Find out more here: http://us.envirokidz.com/our-animals.

 

Good to Go?

Yes! These bars are individually wrapped.
 

Mix it Up!

For a more filling and nutritious snack, make an Envirokidz Crispy Rice Bar sandwich! Add a layer of nut butter or frozen yogurt in between rice bars for added protein and fun.

The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

With so many gummy vitamins on the market, it can be a bit overwhelming to decide which one is right for your child. As the first ever gummy vitamin for children, Hero Nutritionals’ Yummi Bears, are a great tasting way to make sure your kids are getting all of the necessary vitamins and minerals they need to help them grow! Their gummies are made with natural fruit flavors and are free of allergens, gluten, and dairy – so their safe for all your kids’ healthy growth and development. That’s why we’re energizing our campers with Hero Nutritionals’ Yummi Bears at The Creative Kitchen’s Cooking Camp for Kids this summer at Whole Food Market Bowery! Cook up some summer fun with us and sign up here!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

Mom says these gummy bears are good for me! Sure tastes like candy!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Hero Nutritionals Yummi Bears are a great supplement to my kids’ diets. There are so many great essential nutrients in these vitamins that help my kids as they continue to grow. I’m so happy to learn they make adult versions, too!

Flavorful Features: 

Hero Nutritionals’ Yummi Bears come in a variety formulas to support your child’s nutritional needs:
• Multi-Vitamin & Mineral
• Immunity Health
• Vitamin C
• Fiber
• Wholefood + Antioxidants
• Omega 3 with Chia
• Echinacea + Vitamin C & Zinc
• Vitamin D3

The Icing on the Cake:

Many of Hero Nutritionals gummy vitamins are vegetarian! They are also free of yeast, wheat, milk, eggs, soy, gluten, salt, peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, artificial colors or flavors, salicylates, or artificial preservatives and made in America!

The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Kids (of all ages!) love to dip! Cedar’s Mediterranean Foods believes in creating hummus dips full of extraordinary flavor. The recipes have been handed down for decades and have always been made with all-natural ingredients, including chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice. Cedar’s All-Natural Hommus Cups are a protein packed on-the-go snack – making it great for your growing kids! Toss them in a lunchbox or serve with cut vegetables after a long day at camp for a satisfying and tasty snack – or join us at Whole Foods Market Bowery for The Creative Kitchen’s Kids Cooking Camp this summer to make fun recipes with our Snack Sponsor, Cedar’s Mediterranean Foods! Click here to register.

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I love to dip my carrots in it!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Cedar’s Hommus Cups are a great way for me to get my kids to eat their vegetables. It’s a snack that I can feel good about and my kids love. The single-serve cups add ease and extra nutrition to afterschool snacking. It’s even great for getting my kids to try new vegetables! They love dipping everything into this hummus – from carrots and broccoli to peppers and cucumbers!

Flavorful Features:

Cedar’s All-Natural Hommus Cups come in a variety of tasty flavors, including:

• Artichoke Kalamata and Artichoke Spinach
• Avocado
• Chipotle
• Roasted Red Pepper and Red Pepper Lentil
• Garlic Lovers
• Sundried Tomato & Basil
• Zesty Lemon
• Wasabi
• Garden Vegetable
• Edamame
  

The Icing on the Cake:

All of Cedar’s hummus flavors are wheat and gluten free!

Good to Go?

The individual cups are so convenient and handy for kids’ lunches and on the run! Just toss them in your bag for a protein packed snack anywhere.

Mix it Up!

Use Cedar’s hummus in a sandwich instead of mayonnaise or mustard for a flavorful twist and added protein!

The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Food is all around us – we’re either buying it, cooking it, or trying to stuff it in our mouths in the middle of a hectic day. In the craziness of our day-to-day lives we forget that though many things are edible, they’re not necessarily food. That is where Food Day comes into play! Food Day is an annual, worldwide event on October 24th in which we celebrate healthy eating and shopping habits and learn about affordable and sustainable food choices.

This year’s primary focus is on food access and justice for food and farm workers. With America’s resources, there’s no excuse for low wages for food and farm workers or inhumane conditions for farm animals. With a little more information and education and a lot more support, we can change the way our food is raised (and the way the very handy people who raise our food are paid)!

Join an Event

Food Day motivates Americans of all ages and nationalities to engage in changing their diet and even on a more national level, changing our food policies. Regardless of your physical location, you can be apart of the revolution! On www.FoodDay.org you can enter your city or zip code and find the closest event near you that is helping to make your family and the world a healthier, happier place.

Celebrate with Us! 

We’ll be celebrating Food Day at our Whole Foods Markets classes on Wednesday, October 22, in Tribeca and Thursday, October 23, in Midtown East. If you’re in the New York City area, join us in making Food Day’s recipe for Quick Citrusy Salad. The recipe follows!

• Toss 8 cups (5 oz.) of loosely packed mixed greens with a dressing made by combining 2 Tbs. minced red onion, 1 Tbs. red wine vinegar, 2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil, and ¼ tsp. kosher salt.
• Top with 3 sliced clementines, ½ cup chopped avocado, and 2 Tbs. sunflower seeds.
• Serves 4.

Celebrate with Your Students, Coworkers, or Family:

• Use Food Day as an inspiration to ask your office or employer to participate in a wellness policy or to participate in a community agriculture program.
• Introduce cooking lessons in your school or plant a vegetable garden.
• Start shopping at local farmers markets to support the farmers who work hard to provide you and your family with good, natural food!
• Spread the word, whether on Facebook or Twitter, using the hashtags #FoodDay2014 and #RealFoodJustFood

Mark your calendars and find a way to celebrate Food Day your way, whether you attend an event in your area or host one of your own. Before you know it, you’ll be celebrating it everyday with your better choices!

The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

City Treehouse Valentine’s Event  

Ages 2 to 6. Saturday, February 9th, 3 PM – 4 PM   

Treat your little sweetheart to a hands-on cooking class. Children will create sweet strawberry salsa and Valentine’s Day cookies, which they will wash down with delicious Organic Valley milk. To register please contact City Treehouse at 212-255-2050.

Valentine’s Event at Whole Foods Bowery Culinary Center

Ages 2 to 5 (plus one caregiver). Sunday, February 10th, 12 PM – 1 PM

Ages 6 to 9 (drop-off). Sunday, February 10th,  2 PM – 3 PM

Ages 10 to 12 (drop-off). Sunday, February 10th, 4 PM – 5:30 PM 

Calling all junior chefs! Make this Valentine’s Day extra-special by learning how to whip up a yummy, colorful Valentine’s brunch that will surely please the whole family. You’ll add sweet strawberries to homemade pancake batter, choose your favorite vegetable colors to fill fluffy frittatas, and say “I love you” with heart-shaped cookies, still warm from the oven.

Register for the 12 PM class here.

Register for the 2 PM class here.

Register for the 4 PM class here.