Little Chefs. Big Foodies.
Hi, I’m Troy — a former high school biology teacher turned full-time foodie. With a master’s in Learning Science from UC Berkeley, I now spend my days leading farm-to-table field trips in Oakland, CA, where I teach kids how to turn garden-fresh ingredients into delicious, nutritious meals. Join me on this blog as I share fun, seasonal, and wholesome recipes, for you to cook with and for your little one!
Homemade fresh corn tortillas are simple, wholesome, and irresistibly fun for kids to make! With just masa harina, water, and salt, you and your little one will mix, press, and cook fresh tortillas that are soft, flavorful, and perfect for any meal. Kids love the hands-on process of working and pressing the dough. They won’t …
Crispy kale chips are a fun and healthy snack that your kids love! Light, crunchy, and full of flavor, these veggie chips are easy to make and packed with nutrients. Whether you bake them in the oven or crisp them up in an air fryer, you’ll definitely want to keep a batch on hand for …
Peanut Butter Power Balls are an easy no-bake snack packed with protein and whole grains. These bite-sized energy balls are perfect for kids to help make—and even better to eat! Great for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, or on-the-go fuel. Know Your Oats! Rolled vs Steel Cut For centuries, oats have been a staple crop known in …
Get kids excited about healthy eating by eating the rainbow with this fun, kid-friendly veggie spring roll recipe! Perfect for ages 5+, this easy recipe uses fresh garden veggies like carrots, cucumber, and lettuce, wrapped in gluten-free rice paper. Teach your little one about Lunar New Year traditions and craft your own delicious dipping sauces. …
Corn comes from a cob! Most kids don’t realize that popcorn starts as corn on the cob! In today’s world, we’re often disconnected from where our food comes from, so this is a great opportunity to show them. If you have access to a garden, let them see how corn grows before it turns into …