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What's Coming Up on the Now You're Cooking Calendar?

Explore our studio calendar and find upcoming events, virtual and in studio cooking

classes, pop up restaurants and food truck visits. There's something for everyone!

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PRESERVE FAMILY. PROVIDE OPPORTUNITY. PROMOTE HEALTH.

"CHILDREN DRIVE WHAT IS EATEN IN THE HOME."

WE BELIEVE IN...

  • Introducing young learners to the joys of cooking
  • Bringing the family back together around the kitchen table
  • Mentoring and training up-and-coming young culinary talent
  • Providing a safe place for all ages to explore opportunity in the kitchen

IT IS OUR MISSION TO...

  • Walk alongside your young chef as together, we build a lifelong love of the culinary arts.



GIFT CARDS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AND IN STUDIO

May be used for all cooking classes, virtual instruction, online purchases and private events.

INTERESTED IN BOOKING A PRIVATE PARTY? 

Please visit our Private Events page to explore private individual and group in-person and virtual culinary events. Have a birthday chef to celebrate? Check our Birthday Parties calendar for available party dates for children ages 3 - 12 years.

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  • Homeschool Fall Semester 2026 Lower School 11am

    • Wednesday, September 09, 2026
    • Wednesday, October 28, 2026
    • 8 sessions
    • Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio

    Homeschool Fall Semester 2026 Lower school

    Elementary aged students

    Meets weekly.

    Follows the Chesapeake Public Schools calendar.

    Class fee is will be paid monthly.

    Hands on Cooking Class

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  • Homeschool 1st Semester 2026 Upper School

    • Wednesday, September 09, 2026
    • Wednesday, October 14, 2026
    • 6 sessions
    • Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio

    Homeschool cooking class

    Weekly class

     Middle and High School students

    Hands on cooking class

    Monthly fees

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  • Yeast rolls with Chef Dee

    • Saturday, September 19, 2026
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio

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  • Super Heroes Kitchen 9/24

    • Thursday, September 24, 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio

    Super Heroes Kitchen is a fun, hands-on cooking experience designed especially for adults with special needs. Participants will step into the kitchen, discover their inner chef, and build confidence while preparing delicious recipes in a welcoming and supportive environment.

    Each class combines cooking, creativity, social interaction, and life skills through engaging activities that encourage participants to work independently while receiving guidance when needed. From measuring and mixing to preparing, cooking, and enjoying their creations, everyone gets a chance to be a Super Hero in the kitchen!

    Our goal is to create an environment where participants can learn new skills, make friends, express their creativity, and celebrate their accomplishments—one recipe at a time.


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  • Sheetpan Dinner Jr. Chef and Kinderchef

    • Saturday, September 26, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 11:45 AM
    • Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio
    • 9
    Register


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  • Sheetpan Dinners Teens

    • Saturday, September 26, 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 2:45 PM
    • Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio
    Register


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  • Sister Circle Private Event

    • Sunday, September 27, 2026
    • 5:00 PM
    • Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio
    • 3 registrants
    Register

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  • Apple Galette Kinderchef and Jr. Chef

    • Saturday, October 03, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 11:45 AM
    • Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio
    Register


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  • Apple Galette Teens

    • Saturday, October 03, 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 2:45 PM
    • Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio
    Register


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  • Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins Kinderchef and Jr. Chef

    • Saturday, October 10, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 11:45 AM
    • Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio
    Register

    Hands on cooking class for Kinderchefs and Jr. Chefs.

    Kinderchef ages 3 to 6

    Jr. Chef ages 7-12

    All attendees will learn to make pumpkin cream cheese muffins. They will leave with the recipe and a half dozen muffins.

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  • Harry Potter Holiday Camp

    • Monday, December 28, 2026
    • 9:00 AM
    • Friday, January 01, 2027
    • 3:00 PM
    • Now You're Cooking Culinary Studio
    • 10
    Register

    Harry Potter Holiday Cooking Camp   ‍

    Calling all young witches, wizards, and aspiring chefs! Step into a magical world of cooking and adventure during our Harry Potter Holiday Cooking Camp, designed especially for children ages 7–12!

    During this spellbinding camp, young chefs will don their imaginary wizarding robes and head into the kitchen to create delicious treats inspired by the magical world of Harry Potter. From enchanted sweets to festive wizard-worthy dishes, campers will mix, measure, decorate, and cook their way through a week of culinary magic.

    ✨ Campers can expect:



    * Harry Potter–inspired recipes and magical treats

    * Hands-on cooking and baking activities

    • Fun kitchen challenges and magical surprises
    • Festive holiday recipes with a wizarding twist
    • Games and activities inspired by the wizarding world
    • ‍ Age-appropriate instruction while building real kitchen skills
    • Plenty of delicious creations to enjoy!

    Whether they're a brave Gryffindor, a clever Ravenclaw, a loyal Hufflepuff, or an ambitious Slytherin, every young chef will have a magical time exploring the kitchen, making new friends, and creating memories.

    Grab your wand, tie on your apron, and get ready for a holiday cooking adventure filled with food, fun, and a little bit of magic!

    Ages: 7–12
    No prior cooking experience necessary.

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COVID-19 PROTOCOL

SAFETY FIRST AND

ALWAYS.

Our classes and events are held in a safe and sanitary facility. We strictly adhere to all regulations. Masks are required by both participants and waiting parents while inside the studio. If a scheduled event is canceled due to COVID-19, you will receive a credit for your purchase.

Culinary Training and
Certifications

Inquire directly about upcoming ServSafe certification dates

and training options for culinary staff.


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Kitchen Rentals and

Food Truck Vendors
Competitive kitchen rental rates for young entrepreneurs,

caterers and pop up restaurants and food truck vendors.


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SAY HELLO TO NYC FOUNDERS,

CHEF DEDRA BLOUNT AND 

MISS DEBRA BRABSON


Chef Dedra Blount and her identical twin sister, Debra Brabson, opened Now You’re Cooking Culinary Studio to share their passion for healthy meals through education, exploration and invitation to the culinary arts. They firmly believe food heals, both internally and externally, gathering the family in the kitchen and around the table to learn and grow together. 

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Location & Hours

757-401-4400
nowurcookinginfo@gmail.com


10:00am to 8:00pm

10:00am to 8:00pm

 Middle School (6:00pm)

9:00am to 5:00pm

 Homeschool (10:00am)

 Adult Classes (6:00pm)

By Appointment

Young & Hungry (6:00pm)

10:00am to 8:00pm

10:00am to 8:00pm

 Kinderchef (10:00am + 1:30pm)

Junior Chef (10:00am + 1:30pm)

Special Events Only


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