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Vezden is an educational culinary academy for children that introduces young learners to the world of cooking through direct, hands-on experience. Instead of a traditional learning approach, the focus is on activity, play, and learning through food preparation.

Children have the opportunity to independently prepare simple meals, get familiar with different ingredients, learn how flavors are combined, and understand how the food they consume every day is created.

All activities are conducted under the guidance of trained educators with experience working with children. Special emphasis is placed on safety, hygiene, and a positive, encouraging environment where every child feels confident to participate.

Program includes:

• Basic cooking techniques adapted for children
• Introduction to ingredients and their use
• Preparation of simple and healthy recipes
• Development of motor skills and concentration
• Encouraging independence and self-confidence
• Teamwork and communication skills
• Learning through hands-on experience

How it works:

The workshops take place in an organized, safe, and controlled environment. Each session is carefully structured, while still allowing enough freedom for children to explore, experiment, and learn through active participation.

Educators closely guide the process, support the children, and ensure safety at all times, while also allowing space for small independent decisions within the cooking activities.

Programs at Vezden:

1. Basic Academic Program (Young Chefs)

• introduction to cooking basics
• hands-on kitchen practice
• preparation of simple dishes
• development of motor skills, concentration, and confidence
• teamwork and communication
• final experience as a “little chef”

2. One-Month Program

• continuous culinary workshops
• upgrading foundational skills
• increased independence in preparation
• development of healthy eating habits
• intensive practical learning and repetition

3. Children’s Birthday Culinary Experience

• birthday celebration with cooking activities
• interactive culinary experience
• group food preparation
• fun and educational program
• each child participates as a little chef

The goal of Vezden is to provide children with their first real cooking experience in a safe, fun, and creative way, fostering a love for food, essential life skills, and self-confidence through hands-on learning.