Who doesn’t love a delicious French pastry? Especially one made of wholesome ingredients and packed with whole grains. When your sweet tooth is acting up, Sugar Bowl Bakery’s Palmiers come to the rescue! Ideal for adults and children alike, the whole family will drool over these tasty and convenient treats. Unbleached enriched flour provides complex carbohydrates to keep children energized, while unsalted butter provides calcium to strengthen their bones. They’re low in sodium and sugar, allergen free, and contain absolutely no artificial ingredients. Who could resist? And even better, you don’t even have to go to a bakery to get these sweet treats! 

by Rebecca Skriloff, 2023

From the Mouth of a Kid:

These cookies are sweet and kinda look like Mickey Mouse!”

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Sugar Bowl Bakery’s Palmiers make the perfect on-the-go snack or after dinner treat! We absolutely love how they’re made of a short list of simple ingredients even our kids can recognize. Plus, they’re relatively low in sugar compared to many other treats on the market, and very minimally processed. It’s reassuring to have a snack for the kids that we feel good serving them, and one that they really enjoy too.

The Icing on the Cake:

Family and minority owned, certified kosher, and certified sustainable palm oil.

Time to Eat?!

Sugar Bowl Bakery’s palmier’s fit easily into lunch boxes, make great, quick breakfasts or snacks, and can be savored for dessert any night.

Mix it Up!

Spread some creamy peanut butter on top for extra protein, and top with your favorite berries for added antioxidants to make an extra special PB&J.

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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.

Who says you can’t have your cake and eat it too? The SkinnyMe Birthday Cake Milk Chocolate Bar is sure to be a hit with the whole family! With zero sugar, this Keto-friendly and gluten-free bar features premium milk chocolate filled with vanilla sprinkle birthday cake flavor. Who doesn’t want birthday cake in the middle of the week? This chocolate bar will satisfy your chocolate craving and deliver an extra punch of yummy flavor!

by Katie Auerbach, 2023

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I love the sprinkles!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Who knew that a low-sugar, low-carb, and low-fat chocolate bar could taste so good? We love the SkinnyMe Birthday Cake Milk Chocolate Bars! My kids go crazy for the birthday cake flavor and sprinkles, and I love that it’s not filled with a lot of sugar or artificial flavors. What’s great is that it’s sweetened with Stevia, which doesn’t raise your blood sugar levels, like so many other sweets and candy do. And, it’s only 50 calories per serving, which is great for everyone!

Flavorful Features:

SkinnyMe has other zero sugar chocolate bars that come in the following yummy flavors!

• Banana Split Milk Chocolate
• Candy Apple Mint Chocolate
• Creamy Milk Milk Chocolate
• Hot Cinnamon Dark Chocolate
• Mint Chip Ice Cream Dark Chocolate
• Toasted Coconut Dark Chocolate
• Exotic Sea Salt Dark Chocolate
• Bold Dark Dark Chocolate
• Almond Brownie Dark Chocolate

The Icing on the Cake:

The SkinnyMe Birthday Cake Milk Chocolate Bars are only 50 calories per serving, which makes this sweet treat 10 times better than a regular chocolate bar. It’s sure to be a hit among the whole family!

Time to Eat?!

SkinnyMe Birthday Cake Milk Chocolate Bars make a great dessert after lunch when the kids (or you!) want something sweet but don’t want a giant treat!

Mix it Up! 

We love throwing our chocolate bars in the freezer for a different way to enjoy them!

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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.

Want to serve baked treats to the family this holiday season but are short on time? Sugar Bowl Bakery’s Pumpkin Spice Madeleines taste deliciously homemade! These madeleines are made with real pumpkin and are soft with flavorful, fall fragrance from the pumpkin spice that takes the spices straight from the pie!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

This cookie tastes just like cake!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

These madeleines are so versatile; they can be given as a treat to the kids and are elegant enough to serve at a family dinner. Or, I love dipping them into my coffee (and give it to my kids to dip in milk!)!

Flavorful Features:

Farmer’s Sugar Bowl Bakery also offers other tasty baked goods such as traditional madeleines, brownie bites, fritters and palmiers.

The Icing on the Cake:

Pumpkin Spice Madeleines are all natural, have no preservatives and zero grams of trans fats.

Mix it Up!

Pumpkin Spice Madeleines can be served as they are, dressed up with whipped cream and fruit, or used as a base for other recipes to save time! And, use the madeleines in Sugar Bowl Bakery’s Recipe for Pumpkin Spice Madeleine Cheesecake!

Pumpkin Spice Madeleine Cheese Cake
Ingredients:

• Sugar Bowl Bakery Pumpkin Spice Madeleines 8.4 oz.
• Pumpkin Seeds 4.0 oz.
• Butter 3.0 oz for crust and 5 oz for filling
• Cream Cheese 8.0 oz.
• Pumpkin Puree 15 oz.
• Powder Sugar 1 cup
• Pure Vanilla Extract 1 tsp
• Cinnamon 1 tsp
• Ground Nutmeg ½ tsp
• Salt ¼ tsp
• BumbleBerry Farm Pumpkin Spice Honey cream spread 3-4oz

Crust Instructions:

• Add Sugar Bowl Bakery Pumpkin Spice Madeleine & Pumpkin Seeds in a food processor and blend until fine. Spread on a flat sheet pan and bake at 375F for 15 mins. Place back into the food processor and add butter and pulse for 30 seconds or until thoroughly combined. Add the mixture into an 8” springform pan. Using a clean bottom of a measuring cup, press the crumbs until smooth and compact.

Cream Cheese Pumpkin Filling Instructions:

• In a Kitchen-Aid add Cream Cheese, Butter, Powder Sugar, Pumpkin Puree and mix on 3 rd speed for 3 mins. Add Vanilla, Cinnamon, Ground Nutmeg, and Salt and mix on 3 rd speed for 2 mins. Add cream cheese filling to the crust and place it in the refrigerator until set to the touch. Once set, add Honey spread on top and put back in cooler until the top is firm. Flip cheesecake over, showing the crust side up.

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Sugar Bowl Bakery’s Madeleines are available nationally at Albertson’s/Safeway, Kroger, Winco, Basha’s, and Smart & Final.

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.

In need of a versatile and healthful snack that can satisfy every palate in your house? We’re excited to share Lundberg Family Farms Organic Brown Rice Lightly Salted Thin Stackers with you! They’re the perfect, neutral base for tasty toppings to create a multitude of wholesome snack combinations! The options are endless; whether you’re in the mood for something salty and sweet, grab some of these Brown Rice Thin Stackers and snack away. We love that Lundberg Family Farms was founded with a commitment to preserve and improve the environment, a trailblazing tradition that still exists today. Parents will love their focus on organic and non-GMO grains, while little chefs will love the endless options for snack time!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I love these crunchy crackers!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

With so many kids, snack time can be difficult when everyone wants something different. Thankfully, I found Lundberg Family Farms Organic Brown Rice Lightly Salted Thin Stackers and they’re our new favorite addition to snack time! They go with so many things, savory and sweet, so each of my kids can have exactly what they want! I love how minimal their ingredients are, just brown rice and salt, I mean really? You can’t do any better than that. I love that my family is grabbing for the brown rice crackers instead of chips these days! My favorite combination is cream cheese and cucumbers, and my kids love almond butter with bananas or chocolate chips.

Flavorful Features:

Lundberg Family Farms makes their Stackers in these other yummy flavors:

• Brown Rice Salt-Free
• Basil & Thyme
• Red Rice & Quinoa
• 5 Grain
• Cracked Black Pepper

The Icing on the Cake:

These crackers are gluten-free, vegan, kosher, and non-GMO. They’re also made from organic ingredients.

Time to Eat?!

Lundberg Family Farms Organic Brown Rice Lightly Salted Thin Stackers are great for snacks, and as additions (or the main course!) to breakfast and lunch. There’s so many creative ways to eat these any time of day, just add your favorite ingredients and voilà! 

Mix it Up!

Grab some mozzarella, a cherry tomato, a bit of pesto, and one of these crackers! You’ve got a mini pizza on your hands!

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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.

If you’re tired of your regular, tried-and-true favorite snacks and need some inspiration (or rather, snackspiration), you’ve come to the right place! We’re always on the hunt for delicious AND nutritious snacks that give our body the fuel it needs, while still tasting super yummy. Why sacrifice flavor for nutrition when you can have both? Farmer’s Pantry Honey Butter Cornbread Crisps give you the goodness of cornbread in the form of a crisp, with 10 grams of whole grains per serving! Their products are baked (not fried), and made from REAL ingredients that are grown on American farms. Eat them right out of the bag, use them to scoop up your favorite dip, or crumble them up to add some crunch and flavor to your favorite recipe!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

They’re like crunchy cornbread cookies!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

We have a number of snacks and products that I reach for again and again, and always have stocked in my pantry. Farmer’s Pantry Honey Butter Cornrbead Crisps are quickly becoming one of those snacks! My kids LOVE my cornbread recipe (I practically make it once a week), so when I found these at the store, I knew I had to give them a try. They’re just a fun way to get that rich cornbread taste we love so much, but in a different form. I like that they have whole grains and minimal sugar, and I love using these crisps in other recipes of mine, such as pie crusts and breaded chicken!

Flavorful Features:

Farmer’s Pantry Cornbread Crisps come in other yummy flavors!

• Original
• Barbecue
• Jalapeño

The Icing on the Cake:

These crisps are baked (not fried), low in sugar, and provide 10 grams of whole grains per serving to give your kids the nutrients they need to keep going throughout the day!

Time to Eat?!

When is it not a good time to bust out these Honey Butter Cornbread Crisps? Have them for a snack with your favorite salsa or dip, or at dinner with soup or salad instead of croutons!

Good to Go?

Farmer’s Pantry sells 2-ounce Bite Size bags of all of their Cornbread Crisp flavors, a perfect size to bring with you on the go for emergency snacking!

Mix it Up!

Try using Farmer’s Pantry Honey Butter Cornbread Crisps in your next pie crust instead of graham crackers!

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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.

Nothing’s better than a juicy slice of watermelon on a hot summer day. Who says watermelon has to be regulated for only the warm months, though? Nature’s Wild Organic has a snack that will keep you in the summer mindset all year long! Their Watermelon Chips have all of the yummy taste you love about watermelon, but none of the mess. This healthful snack alternative has an unforgettable sweet flavor and crunchy bite that your kids are sure to love! And there’s only one ingredient – watermelon!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

They taste like candy!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

Nature’s Wild Organic Watermelon Chips are just a simple snack with real ingredients (well, only one ingredient actually!) that I feel good about giving to my children. There’s no added sugars, and my kids love how it tastes like candy but has a good crunch, too! It’s a very interesting snack that I like to keep on hand for when my kids ask for something sweet. 

Flavorful Features:

Check out the other dried fruit snacks by Nature’s Wild Organic!

The Icing on the Cake:

These Watermelon Chips have just ONE ingredient! What more could you ask for? There’s also no added sugars in this vegan, gluten-free snack.

Time to Eat?!

Perfect for snack time or dessert, Nature’s Wild Organic Watermelon Chips will curb your sweet tooth anytime it’s acting up!

Good to Go?

These Watermelon Chips need to be refrigerated after opening, but they can be a great addition to a school lunchbox with a freezer pack.

Mix it Up!

Add some crunch and sweetness to your favorite salad by adding a few Watermelon Chips to it!

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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.

We love when we find interesting snacks that bring a little variety to our day (and taste buds)! If you do too, check out From The Ground Up’s Butternut Squash Pretzels, a familiar snack with a plant-based twist. Your whole family will love the blend of sweet and savory flavors, kids and adults alike! These pretzels are made from a blend of nutritious veggies, including butternut squash, pumpkin, cauliflower, carrot, spinach, broccoli, and more! They’re also gluten-free, vegan, Kosher, and non-GMO. From The Ground Up believes in making snacks that taste good but still deliver those essential nutrients your kids need – what more could you ask for from a snack?

From the Mouth of a Kid:

These pretzels are kind of sweet!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

My entire family goes crazy for these Butternut Squash Pretzels! They’re the same, yummy snack we rely on for an after-school pick-me-up, but with the added of bonus of being made with lots of nutritious veggies. My kids don’t even notice the added vegetables – they just like the crunch and great flavor! I love that they’re low in sugar because our kids love sweet treats, so it can be a struggle to satisfy their cravings with something that’s not full of sugar. The fact that they’re gluten-free and vegan makes it an easy snack to pack in their lunchboxes and bring to school to share with their friends, some of whom have food allergies. These are now a staple in our pantry – my wife and I love them just as much as the kids do!

Flavorful Features:

From the Ground Up makes other delicious snacks that your family is sure to love:

• Butternut Squash crackers
• Cauliflower crackers
• Cauliflower pretzels
• Cauliflower tortilla chips
• and much more!

The Icing on the Cake:

If you have a picky eater who doesn’t love eating their veggies, From the Ground Up’s Butternut Squash Pretzels are a great way to help. They boast the same, familiar look and feel of pretzels, but with a yummy sweet and salty flavor and added nutrients from the veggies.

Time to Eat?!

Grab a handful of these butternut squash pretzels when you want to balance out a meal with some vegetables, or just add an extra nutritious punch to an already veggie-packed meal. 

Good to Go?

Throw some pretzels into a baggie or to-go container to add some crunch to your child’s lunchbox!

Mix it Up!

These pretzels are a great substitute for croutons in your favorite salad!

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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.

What if we told you we had found a candy that your children will love AND that’s made with real ingredients from natural sources? Run, don’t walk, to the store to stock up on some of Project 7’s Gourmet Chewies! These chewy, sweet, organic candies satisfy sugary cravings without any artificial ingredients. Based in San Clemente, California, Project 7’s Gourmet Chewies are made with organic sweeteners and get their coloring from natural sources. But these candies don’t just taste great, they also help support Project 7’s mission to give back to seven areas of humanitarian need around the world, including hunger, homelessness, and education. We’re confident both you and your children will love their Gourmet Chewies!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

Mom said these candies save the world!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

I love Project 7’s Chewies! They’re all natural and are made without artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives. My kids absolutely love the flavors and fun colors, and their sweet tooth is satisfied every time! Beyond the nutritional side, I love that this company supports good causes and uses their position to help those in need.

Flavorful Features:

Check out the other awesome products Project 7 makes, each consisting of a variety of fun and yummy flavors!

• Gum
• Clean Chewing Gum
• Gummies
• Lolli’s

The Icing on the Cake:

Project 7’s Gourmet Chewies boast a number of qualities that parents will love! They’re non-GMO and gluten-free, and made without artificial ingredients or colorings. Even further, Project 7 partners with non-profits around the country and world to aid with hunger and homelessness, as well as provide water, medication, and education to those in need. 

Time to Eat?!

Project 7’s Gourmet Chewies are a great after-school treat for kids when they want something sweet. Enjoy a handful of these organic candies after dinner for a quick but yummy dessert!

Good to Go?

Project 7’s Chewies come in bags that are easy to reseal, which makes them a great car snack. Throw them in a purse or backpack for a quick treat on-the-go!

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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.

Here at The Creative Kitchen, we know that busy parents love portable snacks for themselves too, and nothing is better than Growing Roots Organic Corn & Seed Bites! Packed with a variety of seeds and natural flavors, these snacks are low-calorie and low-sodium, yet tasty and satisfying with bold flavors. What’s more, they’re gluten-free, vegan, kosher, and USDA certified organic. Chia, flax, and sesame seeds provide a yummy flavor and texture, and they’re also a hearty source of Omega-3s, which can improve eye health, fight inflammation, and improve bone and joint health, among many other benefits!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I like this snack! It’s crunchy and yummy!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

I keep Growing Roots Organic Corn and Seed Bites on hand at all times- each pack is only 120 calories, so I feel good about giving them to my family. What’s better, they contain flax, chia, and sesame seeds to boost your Omega-3 intake. They’re not crumbly or greasy so I can bring them with me and eat them on the go. My kids love the fun flavors and crunchy texture!

Flavorful Features:

Growing Roots Organic Corn & Seed Bites come in two zesty and unique flavors:

• Maple Bourbon
• Chipotle Mole

Be sure to check out their Organic Coconut & Seed Bites too:

• Pina Colada
• Thai Green Curry

The Icing on the Cake:

Growing Roots Organic Corn & Seed Bites are gluten-free, vegan, kosher, and organic, so they cater to families with a plethora of dietary restrictions. Plus, 50% of their profits go towards supporting urban farming!

Time to Eat?!

If you’re looking for a tasty, anytime-snack, Growing Roots Organic Corn and Seed Bites are for you! They can be a nutritious addition to lunch, or an afternoon snack when you need a little something to hold you until dinner.

Good to Go?

Each bag is resealable, making it easy to bring along with you wherever you go.

Mix it Up!

Throw them into trail mix to add some unique flavor and texture to traditional nuts-and-chocolate mixes.

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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.

We love when we find a favorite snack of ours with better-for-you ingredients! The Good Crisp Company potato crisps not only taste good, they’re made of good ingredients too. Parents will love that they’re non-GMO and have no artificial colors or flavors, while kids will love their yummy flavors. If you’re looking for a wholesome, tasty snack to satisfy all your salty cravings, The Good Crisp Company is your answer.

The Creative Kitchen is excited to have The Good Crisp Company as a Goody Bag Sponsor for the Los Angeles Kids Food Festival on August 17th + 18th. Learn more here!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

These chips are extra crunchy!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

The Good Crisp Company is exactly what my family needs, and loves. They’re gluten-free, non-GMO, and they’re naturally flavored. I love knowing that my kids are eating real, natural ingredients when they eat these potato chips. They love them as a surprise in their lunchbox, a snack at home, or in the car when we need a pick-me-up on busy days.

Flavorful Features:

The Good Crisp Company’s potato crisps come in three crave-worthy flavors:

• Original
• Sour Cream and Onion
• BBQ

The Icing on the Cake:

There’s nothing worse than losing a bag of chips in the back of your cabinet and having them go stale before finding them again! Lucky for us, these potato chips come in an easily re-sealable can, so your chips will stay fresh for longer!

Time to Eat?!

Any time you’re in need of a salty snack but want real ingredients, choose The Good Crisp Company Potato Crisps!

Good to Go?

These potato crisps come in cans, so they’re easy to transport without getting broken or crushed by other items in your kids’ backpacks or lunchboxes. And be sure to check out their mini canisters – they’re the perfect size to add to lunchboxes or mom’s purse!

Mix it Up!

Have you ever added chips to a sandwich?! Add your potato crisps from The Good Crisp Company to your sandwich for some crunch and yummy flavor!

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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.