Year 10 Food Studies
As we near the end of the term, students have demonstrated some amazing culinary skills in our kitchen. Having student voice in the recipes we cook in class has truly engaged our aspiring chefs and food critics. By recreating some common fast-food meals, students realized how easy, cost-effective, and most importantly nutritious it can be to prepare meals in our own kitchen.
Watching them taste-test each other’s meals and provide feedback shows how food studies—particularly cooking together—can support personal growth, interpersonal skills, and the capacity to work with others while developing meaningful relationships.
HSP and meatball pho were standout recipes—both versatile and adaptable, allowing for vegetarian substitutions without compromising on flavour!
Engaging teenagers in cooking offers numerous advantages that go far beyond just meal preparation. Research highlights the wide-ranging benefits of involving teens in the kitchen—so get them cooking!
Development of Essential Life Skills: Learning to cook equips teens with vital skills such as meal planning, budgeting, and time management, fostering independence and responsibility.
Promotion of Healthy Eating Habits: Involvement in cooking encourages teens to make informed food choices, leading to healthier dietary patterns.
Strengthening Family Bonds: Cooking together provides quality family time, enhancing communication and relationships.
Boosting Confidence and Creativity: The kitchen serves as a platform for teens to express creativity, experiment with flavors, and gain confidence in their abilities.
- Educational Opportunities: Cooking integrates practical applications of math and science, such as measurements and chemical reactions, making learning more engaging.
Hanifa Yurukoff
Year 10 Food Studies Teacher