Youth, Kitchen Arts
Youth Maker Mondays: Taco Tuesday: Uplevel the Family Fiesta (Ages 10-18)
Young chefs ages 10 and up can learn how to create an incredible taco bar from scratch.
Meeting Times
- Mon, 1/8/2024 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
- Mon, 1/22/2024 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
- Mon, 1/29/2024 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Mon, 1/8/2024 - Mon, 1/29/2024
Closed
About
From mastering the art of guacamole to crafting sizzling taco fillings and delectable sides, this hands-on class is designed to empower youths to become the family taco maestro. Each week, new skills and delicious recipes ensure students can contribute to family taco nights.
Week 1: Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, and Classic Salsa Recipes and More
This week the focus is on learning the essentials of crafting mouthwatering toppings as we explore ingredients (including avocados, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and more), knife skills (how to safely chop and dice ingredients), hands-on cooking (those recipes!), and food presentation for the taco bar.
Week 2: Standout Proteins for Taco Fillings
This week is all about proteins! You'll master the art of cooking flavorful proteins to use as the main filling including protein options (chicken, beef, vegetarian), marinating techniques, and cooking methods such as grilling, sautéing, or baking.
Week 3: Sides — Black Beans, Spanish Rice, and Roasted Vegetables
The final week focuses on rounding out the taco bar with delectable sides. You'll explore cooking different types of grains and vegetables, a well as the role of sides in a taco meal, and how to prepare black beans, Spanish rice, and roasted vegetables. We'll emphasize the importance of balancing flavors and choosing complementary sides.
Each class will be a blend of hands-on experience, culinary education, and, fun. The course aims to help young chefs gain culinary confidence, create a “taco mastery toolkit,” and, most importantly, use their newfound expertise to create joyful family dinners.
Registering Youth
- Parent/guardian registering a child for the first time: When you register, select "Others Only" in the "Who Are You Registering?" section. On the next page, select "Add New Registrant." Create an account for your child.
- The next time you register your child, use "Search Registrants" to select them.
- Make sure to fill out your youth's emergency contact information and other details when creating their account.
We are grateful to the city of Bainbridge Island for a cultural funding grant that enables us to reduce the costs of Youth Maker Monday classes for families.
Materials
A materials fee of $50, included in the price of the class, covers everything you will need.
Class Policies
- Ages 10 and up are welcome.
- You must wear closed-toe shoes in the studio.
- You must be registered for the class (no drop-ins).
BARN Policies
- View BARN's Cancellation and Refund Policy
- View BARN's current COVID-19 health and safety protocols.
- BARN is committed to accessibility. Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
- Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy, cluttered, have strong odors, and bright or flickering lights. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Please email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org to find out more or request an accommodation.
- For those who might need physical assistance, learn more about BARN's Companion Program.
Instructors or Guides
Elisha Herzog
Elisha swore she’d never return to Bainbridge Island when she left for college. As it turns out, in 2015, while pregnant with her second child, she discovered her parents weren't idiots because Bainbridge Island is a great place to raise a family! She’s called it “home” ever since. See her creations on soonliving.com.
