summer 2021: Virtual classes
This June 2021 we are hosting Virtual Culinary Nutrition Classes at Susie's Kitchen for youths ages 6 to 17 years.
At UT Austin, we combine nutrition science with culinary skills to create a truly unique virtual experience! Classes via Zoom. Classes include nutrition/health basics, knife skills, kitchen safety, proper kitchen cleaning techniques, and of course, cooking - all key concepts for budding chefs!
We are hosting 2 age group sessions: ages 6 to 9 and ages 10 to 17. This way we can tailor the recipes and lessons to different interests and abilities.
What to Expect:
All sessions focus on learning about healthy, nutritious food and how to prepare it. We are excited to introduce all new recipes this summer.
We will spend each 1-hour session preparing a simple yet delicious recipe while discussing food safety topics and nutrition facts related to the foods.
Cost: $15 per each 1-hour session
Class Size: limited to 15 registrants, registration links listed below.
All participants will be emailed a step-by-step recipe card, a grocery list, and Zoom link to the class after registration is completed.
*Each participant will be required to purchase the ingredients and have the necessary equipment for each class. Sessions are designed for the particpants can follow-along with making the items.
Registration INformation:
Cost: $15 per each 1-hour session (via zoom)
Ages 6 to 9 years: 11am - 12pm (noon)
We understand that this may be the first time our some our young attendees are introduced to the kitchen and culinary topics. Our hope is that these classes will serve as an introduction to the fun and creativity of cooking.
Week 1: Wed. June 9th - A Colorful Plate (Greek Yogurt Paletas)
This class highlights the importance of fruits through a yummy and nutritious popsicle recipe. We will be showing how to do the recipe step-by-step and will demonstrate how to do each. We will be reviewing the vitamins, minerals and antioxidants in fruits and their awesome roles in our bodies. As we discuss knife safety, knife skills, and kitchen manners, students will gain confidence that will encourage them to continue growing their culinary skills.
*This session may require adult supervision.
(Registration is CLOSED for the June 9th class)
Week 2: Wed. June 16th - Say Cheese (Easy Whole Wheat Cheese Pizza)
This class includes a kid-friendly whole wheat cheese pizza recipe. We will be highlighting the nutritional aspects of the pizza. We will be showing how to do the recipe step-by-step and will demonstrate how to do each. We believe that there are no “good” and “bad” foods, but some foods have more awesome nutrients than others. This recipe will also allow the attendees to practice measuring ingredients, mixing, and rolling out dough.
*This session may require adult supervision due to oven use.
(Registration is CLOSED for the June 16th class)
Ages 10 to 17 years: 2pm to 3pm
Attendees will engage in activities to enhance their knowledge of nutrition and culinary skills. This is not intended to be an entry-level course, however, we will be walking through step-by-step with demonstrations.
Week 1: Thurs. June 10th - Start the day Right! (Mini Egg Frittatas)
This classes nutrition education focuses on a nutritious breakfast and the importance of starting your day with a balanced meal. We will be creating mini egg frittatas with a variety of veggies that are delicious and easy to make. Attendees will get the opportunity to practice measuring and mixing ingredients, oven safety, and knife usage, as well as oven safety.
*This session may require adult supervision due to oven use.
(Registration is CLOSED for the June 10th class)
Week 2: Thurs. June 17th - Pizza with a Twist (Whole Wheat Veggie Pizza)
This class will highlight a yummy and healthy pizza recipe with a whole wheat pizza dough. We will also be sauteing veggies to top our pizza with, to highlight the importance of eating a variety of foods. Attendees will get the opportunity to practice their measuring, mixing, rolling, and sauteing skills, as well as oven safety.
*This session may require adult supervision due to oven and stovetop use.
(Registration is CLOSED for the June 17th class)
*All sessions online via Zoom.
summer 2022: in-person
Culinary Nutrition and Fitness Camp at Susie's Kitchen for youths ages 9 to 17 years will resume in 2022. At UT Austin, we combine culinary skills with nutrition science to create a truly unique experience!
Classes include nutrition/health basics, knife skills, kitchen safety, proper kitchen cleaning techniques, and of course, cooking - all key concepts for budding chefs of all ages!
Kids' camps are weekdays, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, throughout June and July. The camps include a healthy lunch and snacks that the campers prepare, along with fun indoor and outdoor physical activity.
UT Culinary Nutrition & Fitness Camp at Susie's Kitchen
Our week-long summer camps for youths ages 9 -17 years focus on learning about healthy, nutritious food and how to prepare it.
The day will start with nutrition education followed by a culinary experience in our teaching kitchen as campers prepare their own healthy lunch. Kitchen safety, safe food handling, and knife skills will be practiced. After the culinary experience, campers will have the opportunity to participate in fitness sessions with trainers from the Fitness Institute of Texas (FIT) located on the west side of the Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Campers will end the day learning about and preparing a healthy snack.
SESSION 1: SERVING UP MYPLATE
Campers will engage in activities to enhance their knowledge of nutrition, culinary skills, and fitness. Campers will be provided a healthy morning snack and prepare their own healthy lunch. Following an afternoon fitness session, campers will prepare an afternoon snack.
Session 1 nutrition education focuses on MyPlate to help youths find their healthy eating style and build healthy eating habits throughout their lifetime.
We are excited to introduce all new recipes this summer. Recipes include whole grain pizza from scratch, homemade marinara and zoodles, and breaded baked chicken strips to name a few.
Day 1: Kitchen Tour, Knife Skills and Food Safety Overview
Day 2: Fruits and Veggies
Day 3: Dairy
Day 4: Grain
Day 5: Protein
SESSION 2: INTERNATIONAL CUISINE
Back by popular demand, campers will learn about foods of world cultures as we explore International cuisines and generational recipes. Session 2 is designed to enhance nutrition knowledge on the benefits of key food components for each cuisine day, as well as fitness. Campers will be provided a healthy morning snack and prepare their own healthy lunch. Following an afternoon fitness session, campers will prepare an afternoon snack.
Recipes include chicken souvlaki and tzatziki, shrimp spring rolls and peanut sauce, and crepes to name a few.
Day 1 Kitchen Tour, Knife Skills and Food Safety Overview
Day 2 French
Day 3 Vietnamese
Day 4 Mediterranean
Day 5 Chinese
CAMPS ARE LIMITED TO 16 PARTICIPANTS EACH WEEK
Camp Information:
Our camp is led under the direction of Dr. Ladia Hernandez, Registered Dietitian and Assistant Professor of Instruction in the Department of Nutritional Sciences. Camp counselors for the summer camp will be a team of pre-professional students from the Coordinated Program in Dietetics and senior level nutrition students.
REgistration:
Registration is currently not open for summer 2022, stay tuned.
Susan Thomas Jastrow was born and raised in Austin and attended the University of Texas at Austin. She received a B.S. in Home Economics and a teaching certificate in 1969 and a B.S. in Nutrition in 1995, becoming a Registered Dietitian the same year. She was a research associate under the direction of Margaret E. Briley for two years, after which time she created the Nutrition Services department in the People's Community Clinic. Her efforts as a nutritional consultant and diabetes educator have improved community health. 
