New!: Kids' Winter Warm-Up Comfort Food Cooking Class - Gr 2-6

Winter Warm Up Comfort Food Cooking Class

Wednesdays 5 -week sessions, $275 each (included materials and ingredients)

Session 1 -  1/8, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29. 2/5

Session 2- 2/12, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19 (No class 2/19 due to Winter Break)

Time: 4:15-5:30

Ages: Grades 2-6

Instructor: Robyn Herman

Students: Max 12

In our kids’ winter cooking classes we will bring the warmth of the kitchen alive, filling it with holiday spirit and delicious, comforting aromas perfect for the winter months. These recipes are ideal for embracing cozy seasonal flavors. 

Themes include Soups & Stews, using butternut squash and root veggies, Comfort Foods,  like mac and cheese and pot pie, Casserole Classics,  like baked ziti as well as sweet pies filled with apple and pumpkin.  Skills will include chopping, sautéing, simmering, baking, roux preparation and seasoning to taste.

Chef Robyn is a passionate culinary expert with over 20 years of experience in the kitchen.  She brings a warm, engaging teaching style and a knack for making cooking fun. Chef Robyn is dedicated to fostering a love for cooking in every child who steps into Tim’s Kitchen. 

NEW! CULINARY WORKSHOPS FOR GIRL SCOUT GROUPS

COOKING FOR GIRL SCOUTS - CULINARY WORKSHOPS 

Girl Scouts’ cooking workshops at Wakeman Town Farm are a fun and engaging way for young women to learn new culinary skills, gain confidence in the kitchen, and work towards specific badges. Our workshops offer cooking-related activities that can help teen girls work towards badges like "Simple Meals," "Snacks" and "New Cuisines." 

Workshops are offered in Tim’s Kitchen, our gleaming Farm culinary facility, and can be scheduled during regular Scout meetings, where the activities are designed to be hands-on, so each Scout participates in measuring, mixing, chopping, sauteing and baking.

These workshops can range from basic snack-making for younger Scouts to more complex cooking techniques for older Scouts working on advanced badges. Of course, we enjoy eating what we create, and if we are lucky and the season and timing allows, we will get to visit our gardens for a true farm-to-table experience! 

Classes are taught by the Farm’s in-house culinary instructors and assistants. Price per scout: $50, includes materials and ingredients and a 1.5-hour session.

PS: We are happy to customize similar small-group culinary experiences for all types of groups. Interested? Reach out below and we will chat!

New! Kids’ Cozy Winter Cooking with the Minis, Grades K-2

New Kids’ Cooking Class! Cozy Winter Cooking with the Minis, Grades K-2

Mondays, 4:15-5:30 - 5-week sessions - $275 per session

Session 1 -  1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27. 2/3

Session 2- 2/10, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/124 (no class 3/17-winter break)

As the weather gets colder and the sun goes down earlier, drop the kids off for our Monday Minis Cozy Cooking Class. This after-school class for our young chefs is all about comfort foods that warm us up on cold days! The menu is based on seasonal winter items that the kids will cook and  enjoy. In each Monday class we will create both a sweet and a savory dish.

On the Menu
Soups and biscuits, chili and cornbread, Mediterranean bowls, baked pastas, gingerbread delights, bread pudding, and mini pound cakes with cinnamon and sugar topping.
We will wrap up the session with a winter wonderland party on the last day of class, creating fun finger foods and sweets that show off our culinary repertoire.

New! Kids' Inclusive Cooking Club starting 1.4.25

Designed for chefs of all abilities, this program offers a hands-on sensory-rich experience that encourages fine motor and gross motor skills, bilateral coordination, multi-sensory instruction, in a relaxed setting. Our kitchen provides a safe and welcoming environment where kids can be a part of a small group setting that will look to instill confidence in the kitchen at the child’s own pace.

Our staff will be trained to support neurodiverse learners, ensuring that each child’s individual needs are met. Activities are tailored to accommodate various sensory, social, and communication styles, fostering a sense of belonging and self-confidence.

This program promotes social interaction, emotional regulation, and physical activity, all while building confidence in the kitchen and around food.

This is NOT a drop off class, your chef will need one adult (18+) accompanying them to this class.

new! holiday hors d'oeuvres with chef raquel rivera 12.5.24

Holiday Hors d’oeuvres with Chef Raquel Rivera 7-9:30 p.m.
We swear: Holiday entertaining doesn't have to be stressful! In this engaging event, which is part cooking class, part party, we'll learn to make a range of easy, delicious appetizers that suit various dietary restrictions and can be easily whipped up for your next holiday gathering. Your ticket includes a festive cocktail, which we will create in class, but feel free to bring wine or other beverages, if you desire! $125 pp

Cranberry Glazed Meatballs

Cheese & Herbs Palmiers, vegetarian

Roasted Shrimp Cocktails, pescaterian

Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarlets w. Balsamic Reduction, vegetarian

Baked Ricotta Spread w/ Roasted Veggies and Crostini, gf and vegan

Roasted Mushrooms w. Mozzarella Garlic Toast, vegetarian

Cocktail: Cranberry Rum Punch

kids' thanksgiving eats + treats - one-off cooking class for ages 6-12. 11.22.24

Thanksgiving Eats + Treats! 11/22/24 - 4:15 pm-5:45 pm-Ages 6 to 12. 12 students max. Includes dinner!

In our Thanksgiving Cooking Class for Kids we will prepare a mini feast with a Turkey Day theme.

This hands-on class will feature simple, fun Thanksgiving dishes while focusing on basic kitchen tools and techniques.  Kids will get a chance to mix, measure, assemble, and decorate. Kids will learn how to create classic holiday dishes with a modern twist, and then enjoy eating their creations!

Menu will include: Mini Turkey pot pies, Cranberry Apple Oatmeal Cookies, blending tart cranberries, sweet apples, and hearty oats as well as a warm Caramel Apple Cider beverage with spices and fruit.  

thanksgiving pie sale to benefit ct foodshare - order now through 11.22.24

THANKSGIVING PIES FOR GOOD

In Support of : Earth Animal's 17th annual Mitten Project to benefit CTFoodShares

Don't miss the annual WAKEMAN TOWN FARM PIE SALE, featuring the BEST pies in CT!

This year's sale features freshly baked 9” pies from Oronoque Farms, including Apple, Apple Crumb, Blueberry, Blueberry Crumb, Cherry, Cherry Crumb, and Pumpkin pies.

As an added bonus, you can now make your order a la mode with pints of Madagascar Vanilla or Bourbon Brown Sugar ice cream from favorite local vendor Lindsay’s Handmade Ice Cream.

TO ORDER:  Place your order below before Friday 11/22 at 12pm. Pies are $20 each; Ice Cream $10/pint

PICKUP:  Monday, 11/25, 4PM to 7PM ONLY
at: Wakeman Town Farm
134 Cross Highway, Westport, CT
No exceptions.

Pies that have not been picked up will be donated to local food pantries for the holiday.

sold out! Fall Flavors - Autumn-Inspired adult Cooking Class with Laura Weinman 11.19.24

Fall Flavors with Laura Weinman 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m., $110 per person. BYO beverages.
This autumn-inspired class, with Chef Laura Weinman, will introduce new salads, sides, sauces and main dishes into your fall repertoire! Join us as we have a little lesson about knife skills, stock-making, and braising, while we make a cozy supper together featuring the beautiful fall bounty from local farms. Naturally, we will sit down to enjoy the fruits of our labors.

Fall Dinner Menu

-Roasted Squash, Caramelized Onion and Gruyere Galette

-Warm Bitter Greens and Herb Salad with Prosciutto, Pine Nuts and Roasted Pears

-Cider-Braised Pork Tenderloin with Garlic, Apples and Sage

-Pumpkin Streusel Cake with Pecans and Maple Cream

sold out! Appetizers and Book Signing with Alison Milwe Grace, author of "Savor" 12.3.24

Appetizers and Book Signing at Wakeman Town Farm with Chef Alison Milwe Grace, December 3, 7-8:30 p.m., $75, includes cookbook

Join Chef Alison Milwe Grace, owner of AMG Catering and events in Wilton and recipient of Connecticut's "Best of the Gold Coast" Caterer and Cooking School awards, at the Farm for an evening of delicious holiday appetizers, wine and festive entertaining tips from her new book, Savor.

Guests will not only sample some of Chef Grace's epic appetizers, they will also receive a signed copy of her new book, Savor, and have the opportunity to buy additional beautifully wrapped copies as holiday gifts for family and friends.

Chef Grace began her culinary journey by winning a James Beard Full Scholarship to New York's Renowned Institute of Culinary Education (ICE) in pastry and baking arts. She started her professional cooking career at famed 3-star chef Geoffrey Zakarian's Patroon Restaurant in NYC. She then returned to her hometown of Westport working at some of Connecticut's finest restaurants and eventually opening AMG Catering and Events, where she dazzles with bespoke menus and amazing food for weddings, parties and family dinners. This book highlights her love of celebrations large and small.

sold out! Kids' after-school Cooking, Grades 2-6, Warm + Toasty Treats

Join us in the kitchen for a fun fall culinary adventure. There are two sessions. Register for one — or both! Each runs 5 weeks. $265 (includes all ingredients and instruction)

Autumn Bites & Delights - Grades 2-6

Wednesdays, 4:15-5:30

Session 2 - 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13

NEW: Session 3 Warm + Toasty Treats -  11/20, 12/4, 12/11,12/18

Time: 4:15-5:30

Ages: Grades 2-6

Instructor: Robyn Herman

Students: Max 12

Instructor: Robyn Herman

Students: Max 12

Warm and Toasty treats-session 3 


Wednesdays

Session 3 -  11/20, 12/4, 12/11,12/18


Time: 4:15-5:30

Ages: Grades 2-6

Instructor: Robyn Herman

Students: Max 12



Join us for a fun and festive fall cooking class designed just for kids!

 Our Warm and Toasty treats class will immerse young chefs in the cozy and colorful flavors of Autumn. From sweet treats to savory delights, each session will be filled with hands-on cooking activities that highlight the best of the season.

Themes include: Pumpkin-Themed Delights, like Pumpkin Muffins, incorporating fall spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg. Harvest Soups, using seasonal ingredients, like sweet potato and carrot, Mini Pot Pies, learning to create individual chicken or vegetable pot pies, Apple Pie Nachos, using WTF apples, are just a few examples!

Chef Robyn is a passionate culinary expert with over 20 years of experience in the kitchen. She brings a deep love for teaching and sharing the joys of cooking with the next generation. Chef Robyn believes that cooking is not only an essential life skill but also a wonderful way to inspire creativity and confidence in young minds. Her classes focus on teaching kids how to make healthy, delicious meals while emphasizing kitchen safety and basic culinary techniques.

With a warm, engaging teaching style and a knack for making cooking fun, Chef Robyn is dedicated to fostering a love for cooking in every child who steps into Tim’s kitchen.Chef Robyn is a passionate culinary expert with more than 20 years of experience in the kitchen. She brings a deep love for teaching and sharing the joys of cooking with the next generation. Chef Robyn believes that cooking is not only an essential life skill but also a wonderful way to inspire creativity and confidence in young minds. Her classes focus on teaching kids how to make healthy, delicious meals while emphasizing kitchen safety and basic culinary techniques.

sold out! Kids' fall cooking with the minis, grades k-2. Session 3 now open!

Join us in the kitchen on Mondays for a fun fall culinary adventure. There are three sessions. Register for one, two, or all three; the recipes change each session! Each runs 5 weeks. $265 (includes all ingredients and instruction)

Fall Cooking with the Minis, Grades K-2

Mondays, 4:15-5:30

Session: 5 Weeks

Session 1: September 9,16,23,30, and Oct. 7

Session 2: October 14, 21, 28, Nov. 4, 11

OPEN: Session 3: November 18, 25, Dec. 2, 9, 16

We created tis after-school Monday cooking series especially for our younger chefs, grades K-2. In our Fall Minis sessions, Chef Kathleen, of Culinary Kids, is creating seasonal menus based on what bounty is available on the Farm and what is seasonally appealing. Each class generally incorporates both a Sweet and Savory item for kids to make and enjoy. This culinary experience offers so much more than just cooking and baking. We practice and discover the concepts of measuring, food science, using fine motor skills, learning about spices and new flavors, and most of all…where our food comes from.

As the seasons change and the air gets a bit cooler, we will be cooking up Comfort Foods.

September/October classes will be filled with garden bounty from the Farm..think apples, honey, and squashes, with themes like Back to School Super Snacks, Food For Fuel, Power Lunches, and nutritious and satisfying Fall Meals that are easy to prepare and enjoy. October will end with Spooky and Spectacular Halloween Fun.

November and December classes will have Heartwarming and Hearty Comfort Foods. On the menu: Pot Pies, Shepherds Pie, Soups, Hashes, Culinary Kids' famous Butternut Squash Mac-n-Cheese, Fall Quick Breads, and All Things Pumpkin—pies and breads, and cobblers, oh my!

sold out! November Inclusive Neurodiverse Farmer Program

Our first class was such a good experience, families have asked us to plan for more.

Designed for farm hands of all abilities, this unique program offers a hands-on, sensory-rich experience that encourages exploration, creativity, and learning in a natural setting. Our farm provides a safe and welcoming environment where kids can connect with animals, engage in gardening activities, and explore the outdoors at their own pace. Our staff will be trained to support neurodiverse learners, ensuring that each child’s individual needs are met. Activities are tailored to accommodate various sensory, social, and communication styles, fostering a sense of belonging and self-confidence. Whether your child enjoys feeding animals, planting seeds, or simply observing the wonders of nature, they’ll find a space where they can thrive. This program promotes social interaction, emotional regulation, and physical activity, all while nurturing a love for nature. Join us on the farm for a fun, inclusive, and enriching experience that celebrates every child's unique abilities! This is NOT a drop off class, your farmer will need an adult buddy (18+) accompanying them to this class. It can be a parent, paraprofessional, babysitter, grandparent or someone else who knows your farmer well that can help support them on the farm while our staff leads both of you and the rest of the class through the farm! This program will run rain or shine. Please reach out with any questions about this or anything else regarding this program.

FALL SESSION DATE/TIME:

The Session includes 3 Saturday classes 11/2, 11/9, 11/16

Ages 3 - 7 9:00a.m - 9:45a.m.
Ages 8 - 11+ 10:00a.m - 10:45a.m.

Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver, Up to 8 participants per class

sold out! Frightful Feasts for Kids - Halloween-themed Cooking Class 10.18.24

10/18/24 - 4:15 pm-5:45 pm-Ages 7 to 12 - 12 max. Includes dinner and dessert.

Join us for a spooky Halloween-themed cooking class! Kids will create creepy, yet delicious, dishes that are perfect for a Halloween celebration. We will incorporate seasonal ingredients from the farm in a fun and familiar way.

Menu will include Fall Mac and Cheese, with sage from the Farm. Dessert includes Chocolate Monster Cupcakes, Frightful Frostings, and Spooky Homemade Candy Bar, oh my! We finish off with a Vampire punch with licorice straws.

Volunteer for Oktoberfest beer garden 10.13.24

Join us to make our fall family Oktoberfest our best one yet! We have openings for volunteers to help us pour beer, sell tickets, help with a kids’ craft, set up and break down, and more! Two-hour shifts are a breeze. Simplu click here to sign up for a slot from noon-2 or 2-4 p.m. We rely on the our friends in the community to help us put on large events like this. Hope you will grab a friend and join us! Students and student volunteer groups welcome (except for beer shifts). Please sign up by clicking the registration link below. Thanks, village! P.S. It’s a blast. Listen to live music, wear your jeans and a sweater, and celebrate fall Wakeman Town Farm-style!

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