London Community Resource Centre, London, ON (2026)

05/29/2026

Another month, another wonderful youth workshop. 🍝✨Thank you to all our wonderful participants and friends who made our Alfredo Alchemist workshop a blast.

Participants learned how to build a creamy Alfredo sauce from scratch while exploring how simple ingredients like garlic, parmesan, herbs, and seasoning can completely change the flavour profile. From classic comfort-food versions to veggie-packed creations with spinach, tofu, and roasted peppers, every bowl turned out unique and delicious. 🧄🧀

We got to really see everyone's individual and diverse creativity on full display. Participants got to enjoy building bold, deep flavors in our kitchen together while bonding over a bowl of dreamy and smooth pasta. 🍽️🌿

A big thank you to Growing Chefs! Ontario for giving us a space to host this event and we can’t wait to be back at your headquarters soon. 🥰

And another big thank you to Youth Wellness Hub London-Middlesex for helping us with the cost of the venue and gathering the troops! We’re happy to work with people who are just as passionate about connecting our local youth as we are. ♥️

We’re excited to bring you even more amazing workshops year round!. We host 2 every month and they’re all “pay what you can”. Hope to see you in the kitchen with us soon.❤️

Check out our series pages to explore upcoming sessions and grab your spots early:
🥦 Prep & Eat Youth Series (Ages 12-25): https://dandelion.events/o/growcooklearn/a/prep-eat-youth-series?fbclid=IwY2xjawSG0YZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF2SmlpZXRndzJNY04xeTM5c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvBFgdiZZcwYBcWF-BNJoRyHxaVjw6pSxIxLsaiWLPHzt6ff-zZhXjg3S59a_aem_GOYoM9bGmivzgxM-X1Wwag
🥗 Grow Cook Learn Public Workshops (All Ages): https://dandelion.events/o/growcooklearn/a/grow-cook-learn-public-workshops?fbclid=IwY2xjawSG0YpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF2SmlpZXRndzJNY04xeTM5c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHiQLiDQw-sVONFht-43dfwf1c59RE7poambBTiLovILaRVfFzobnBzBEt1l6_aem_vOoMpzXS7-0VJEleofJQKg

05/22/2026

You asked, and we listened! 🍓 Just in time for berry season, our next Youth Workshop is officially open for registration, and we’re baking up a delicious, healthy Berry Crumble!

Join us on Wednesday, June 10, at the Growing Chefs Ontario headquarters for a hands-on evening in the kitchen. We’ll be building a sweet fruit base from scratch using the best seasonal berries available, mixing up a wholesome, crispy crumble topping, and mastering the legendary "refrigerated coconut milk trick" to create a fluffy, dairy-free homemade whipped cream while our desserts bake. 🥧

💵 Harvest Bucks are officially BACK! 💵
Just for coming out, learning new skills, and participating in the workshop, you will head home with $20 worth of Harvest Bucks vouchers. You can spend these just like cash on fresh fruits, vegetables, whole graded eggs, and dried beans at participating local farmers’ markets and small community grocery stores.

This beginner-friendly workshop is completely free, and no prior cooking experience is needed. Bring your appetite, a container for leftovers, and a friend!

📅 Date: Wednesday, June 10
⏰ Time: Doors open at 5:30 PM | Workshop starts at 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Growing Chefs Headquarters (London, ON)
👥 Who: Youth aged 12 to 25
💰 Cost: FREE! (Donations at checkout are always appreciated)
👉 Save your spot for the Berry Crumble workshop here: https://dandelion.events/e/berrycrumble

Can’t make it to this one? Grow Cook Learn hosts youth workshops and all-ages workshops on a monthly basis with brand-new menus every single month! Check out our series pages to explore upcoming sessions and grab your spots early:
🥦 Prep & Eat Youth Series (Ages 12-25): https://dandelion.events/o/growcooklearn/a/prep-eat-youth-series?fbclid=IwY2xjawR66U5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF2T2gzcWUySWg2clpMRVE1c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHhFViDI1au4Tx-feHjiOBsTbtjtHBa0EAt1Ub_FTbZ9DqeYTUtY5jYIrPAKG_aem_9ZIxZ789h9vzGZ8Px7XBug
🥗 Grow Cook Learn Public Workshops (All Ages): https://dandelion.events/o/growcooklearn/a/grow-cook-learn-public-workshops?fbclid=IwY2xjawR66VJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF2T2gzcWUySWg2clpMRVE1c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHr5FnMkCU5blx3s_Z9sJln5Q9vXlJDe5K9y2T7e8rd7aUjqCKM2UhlnGqRP5_aem_D3gWSjqxPk4N2Ht1SCSjtQ

See you in the kitchen! 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

05/20/2026

Looking back at our Hosting the Holiday Dinner workshop at Growing Chefs Headquarters, and we are still so impressed! This was another sold-out youth workshop—it has been amazing to see so many of you eager to jump into the kitchen this season. 📈

Mastering a full holiday meal is all about timing and teamwork, and everyone did an excellent job. We practiced our "turkey rehearsal" on whole chickens, mastering the bird breakdown and that all-important herb butter trick for perfectly crispy skin.

A huge shout-out to our partners at Youth Wellness Hub London-Middlesex (YWHO) for supporting this session and helping London youth build these foundational kitchen skills! 🤝💛

The highlights:
🌟 The "Mini Turkeys": Everyone crushed the roasting process, achieving juicy results and golden skin.
🌟 The Mash: Groups put a wonderful spin on their mashed potatoes, experimenting with different seasonings.
🌟 The Sweet Side: We practiced stove-top glazing with brown sugar and dill carrots.
🌟 Gravy 101: We turned those pan drippings into a rich, savoury gravy from scratch.

It was wonderful to see everyone sitting down together for a family-style feast afterward. You are all officially ready to lead the kitchen at your next big gathering! 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

Want to join us next time? 🥗
We host a dedicated youth workshop and an all-ages public workshop every single month. Our sessions fill up fast, so grab your spot early!

🎟 Prep & Eat Youth Series (Ages 12-25): https://dandelion.events/o/growcooklearn/a/prep-eat-youth-series

🎟 Grow Cook Learn Public Workshops (All Ages): https://dandelion.events/o/growcooklearn/a/grow-cook-learn-public-workshops

05/13/2026

Soy You Think You Can Sushi? Recap! 🍣🥢

Looking back at our March youth workshop, and we are still buzzing from the energy! This session was a complete sell-out—a common trend for our youth sessions lately—and we were so happy to have the kitchen packed with people ready to roll.

A huge thank you to our partners at Youth Wellness Hub London-Middlesex (YWHO) for helping us bring these workshops to life for local youth! 🤝💛

Everyone was incredibly patient while learning the technique. Rolling sushi for the first time takes a steady hand, and we watched the rolls look more and more professional as the night went on. We focused on building kitchen confidence while experimenting with a massive spread of ingredients, including:
✨ Pickled turnip
✨ Shrimp
✨ Cream cheese
✨ Bean curd
✨ Plus every fresh veggie you can think of!

Participants mastered two distinct styles:
🍱 Hosomaki: The thin, classic style with the seaweed (nori) on the outside and rice on the inside.
🍱 Uramaki: The "inside-out" roll where the rice is on the outside, often topped with seeds or garnishes.

We are so proud of the creativity and the focus everyone brought to the table. Just look at these results! 🤩

Want to join us in the kitchen? 🥗

We host a dedicated youth workshop and an all-ages public workshop every single month. Since they fill up fast, make sure to grab your spot early!

🎟 Prep & Eat Youth Series (Ages 12-25): https://dandelion.events/o/growcooklearn/a/prep-eat-youth-series

🎟 Grow Cook Learn Public Workshops (All Ages): https://dandelion.events/o/growcooklearn/a/grow-cook-learn-public-workshops

05/11/2026

Master the Science of Summer Preserves! 🍓🍯✨

Ready to turn seasonal berries into vibrant jam? Join us at the East Lions Community Centre for our Berry Sweet Jam Workshop, where we’re diving into the "sweet science" behind small-batch spreads!

We’ll be creating a delicious, fast-tracked fridge jam together while also exploring the traditional techniques used to make preserves shelf-stable. It’s the perfect way to capture peak-season flavour no matter your setup at home. 🧪🍒

What You’ll Experience:

Fruit Science: Learn the vinegar and water soak method to prep your berries and the chemistry of pectin that creates that perfect "set."

Hands-on Jam Making: Work with a team to cook up a batch of fridge-stable jam using electric hotpots.

Canning Demonstration: While our workshop jam is for the fridge, we’ll demonstrate a full water-bath canning setup and discuss the steps needed to make your preserves shelf-stable at home.

Take Home the Gold: Everyone leaves with their own 250mL mason jar of custom berry jam to enjoy!

As always, Grow Cook Learn is a judgment-free, welcoming space. Whether you’re a pro or a total beginner, we want to see you there. Families and kids are absolutely welcome! 🤝💛

🗓 Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM (Doors open at 5:45 PM)
📍 Location: East Lions Community Centre (1731 Churchill Ave)
🎟 Register Here: https://dandelion.events/e/jam

Important Note: Please ensure you are wearing closed-toe, kitchen-appropriate shoes for the session. For food safety, we ask that long hair be tied back or secured. All ingredients, jars, and tools are provided!

05/08/2026

Looking back at our Sushi Fundamentals workshop at Reimagine Co. from this past March! 🍣✨

We spent an incredible evening mastering three different styles of sushi rolls. Let’s be honest—the first few attempts were definitely a challenge! It is always tough the first time you learn a brand-new skill like this, but as the night went on, we watched those rolls start to look more and more professional with every single try. 🥢

We are especially proud of everyone’s focus on safety while practicing their julienne knife skills, and the amazing patience you all showed while learning to navigate the bamboo mats. Just look at these gorgeous rolls and all those smiles! 😊👩‍🍳

Want to join us in the kitchen? 🥗

We host an all-ages public workshop monthly and a youth-only workshop monthly. Whether you want to build new skills or just meet some neighbours, we’d love to have you!

🎟 Register for our All-Ages Public Series:
https://dandelion.events/o/growcooklearn/a/grow-cook-learn-public-workshops

🎟 Register for our Prep & Eat Youth Series (Ages 12-25): In partnership with Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO)
https://dandelion.events/o/growcooklearn/a/prep-eat-youth-series

05/06/2026

Looking through some photos from our "Fritter Your Own Story" youth workshop back in February... it is hard to believe how quickly the time has flown by! 🍳🧤

That session was such a highlight. We loved seeing everyone embrace the "choose-your-own-adventure" style of cooking. Starting with a simple base batter, participants visited the ingredient buffet to build fritters that were uniquely theirs. It was the perfect way to show how a flexible recipe can help reduce food waste and turn random fridge finds into a delicious meal.

Despite all the different combinations, every single tray seemed to cook perfectly. While the ovens were working, we spent time crafting custom dipping sauces. It was "free range" on the spice rack, and we had a great discussion comparing regular yogurt to thick, high-protein Greek yogurt to see how they changed the final dip. 🥣✨

Want to join us in the kitchen?
Even though spring is in full swing, we’re still going strong! Grow Cook Learn hosts two sessions every month:
✅ A public, all-ages workshop for the whole community.
✅ A "Prep & Eat" workshop specifically for youth (ages 12-25).

Check out our upcoming dates and grab your spot here:
Public Workshops: https://dandelion.events/o/growcooklearn/a/grow-cook-learn-public-workshops
Youth Series: https://dandelion.events/o/growcooklearn/a/prep-eat-youth-series

See you at the next one! 🥕✨

05/04/2026

By popular demand, our Alfredo Alchemist workshop is back for an encore! If you're a youth in London looking to level up your kitchen game, this is the session for you.

We’re showing you how to ditch the store-bought jars and whip up a restaurant-quality meal from scratch. Our "Creamy Dreamy" recipe is a garlicky, rich masterpiece using real butter, heavy cream, and plenty of Parmesan. 🧀🧪

What you’ll do:
- Sauce Science: Learn the secret of "emulsification" (and how starchy pasta water makes everything better).
- Multitask Like a Pro: Manage your team’s signature sauce while prepping a protein or seasonal vegetable for our community buffet.
- The Feast: Customize your own pasta bowl at our massive topping station and enjoy a family-style meal with the group!

This beginner-friendly workshop is completely FREE for youth aged 12–25, thanks to our partners at Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO). 🤝💛

🗓 Date: Wednesday, May 13
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)
📍 Location: Growing Chefs Headquarters (460 King St.)
🎟 Register Here: https://dandelion.events/e/alfredo2

Note: While our main recipe is a dairy-lover's dream, we have vegan and lactose-free options available! Even tomato-based if you'd rather! Just let us know when you sign up.

05/02/2026

We are live at the Richmond North Office Centre and the energy is amazing! ☀️🧤

The sun is out, the pile is shrinking, and London gardens are going to be very happy this year. If you haven’t made it down yet, there is still time—but don’t wait too long!

Right now at Community Compost Value Day:

📍 Where: 235 North Centre Road (parking lot behind the Masonville Loblaws)

⏰ When: We’re here until 12:00 p.m. (or while supplies last!)

💪 What to bring: Your own buckets, bags, or containers to fill! (We have some bags on-site for a small fee if you need them).

Our volunteers are ready and waiting to help you load up. Every donation made today goes directly toward supporting LCRC and TREA and our work with local food security and environmental advocacy.

Grab your gear and come say hi! 🌿🌻

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