This introductory course: Simply Cooking, is for individuals with disabilities (ages 16+) and it covers basic kitchen safety, basic menu planning, and preparing simple dishes. Menus will include breakfast, lunch, dinners, and desserts.
Class includes lecture, observation, and hands on preparation. Participants will receive instructional materials to take home. Class is conducted in a teaching kitchen which utilizes gas burners.
Participants must be able to function in a 1:4 staff to participant ratio, independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant for personal care.
Classes will be held at Almaden Community Center - Teaching Kitchen (Upstairs)
Special Needs
Some Therapeutics Services support may be available. Please contact for more information.
Deals
Scholarships are available at some locations. Please contact for more information.
The Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services (PRNS) Scholarship Program will ensure that qualifying San José residents have affordable access to participation in PRNS programs, classes and services. All requests are subject to available funding. Eligibility requirements may differ for each scholarship.