Hey kids! Do you love to cook, bake and try new foods? Become a Kitchen VIP by joining the Whole Foods Market Lake Calhoun Whole Kids Club!
The Whole Kids Club is open to kids ages 3-12. A yearly membership is $10 and includes…
- A coupon for a FREE mini fruit tart when you sign up
- A special treat when you shop on Tuesdays. Show your membership card at the Customer Service desk and receive a healthy snack!
- A discount on our Whole Foods Market Lake Calhoun kids cooking classes!
- And a birthday card and free cupcake coupon from Chef Ani!
To join, request a Whole Kids Club enrollment form at the Customer Service desk. If you have any questions, please contact Chef Ani at Ani.Loizzo@wholefoods.com or 612.927.8141. See you in the kitchen!
Come on back to our bakery and pick up a FREE membership card for the exclusive Cookie Club. Once you're enrolled, show your card at the bakery while you're shopping to receive a FREE cookie! The Cookie Club is open to all kids up to the age of 12.
We've got great classes, just for kids. All classes are suitable for 5-12 year olds unless otherwise listed. All classes are intended to be drop-off classes, unless otherwise listed. Pre-registration is required for all cooking classes. Here's what's coming up this fall!
Saturday, June 22nd | 9:00-10:00 a.m.
The Whole Kids Club Presents…Green Eggs and Ham!
This class will be taught by Chef Ani. Dr. Seuss is on the loose….in the cooking classroom! Chef Ani and the little cooks will explore the delicious, rhyming world of Dr. Seuss while preparing his favorite breakfast- green eggs and ham, along with bright green fruit smoothies and green biscuits, too! Vegetarian options are available upon request- please specify upon registration. This class is suitable for kids ages 5-12 and are drop off classes- kids only, please! Cost: $5 for Whole Kids Club members, $8 for non-members
Saturday, July 6th | 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
The Whole Kids Club Presents….Mighty Bites of Mexico
This class will be taught by Chef Ani. School may be out, but it’s never a bad time to learn something…especially if you get to eat your homework! In this fun class, we’ll learn all about Mexican history, culture and cuisine, the science behind making doughs and sauces, and whip up some really tasty treats. Special ingredients that we’ll be cooking with include avocados, tomatoes, beans and Mexican cheeses. You can even try some spicy chilies if you’re brave! This class is for 5-12 year olds, with lots of hands-on cooking time and vegetarian options, too. Come hungry! All kids classes are drop-off classes- kids only please! On the menu:
- Watermelon Aqua Fresca
- Guacamole with Lime
- Tomato Salsa
- Black Bean and Cheese Empanadas (yummy pastry)
- Grilled Corn with Mexican Cheese
- Grilled Fruit Dessert with Coconut and Chocolate
Cost: $15 per Whole Kids Club member, $20 per non-member
Saturday, July 27th: 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
The Whole Kids Club Presents…A Taste of China
This class will be taught by Chef Ani. School may be out, but it’s never a bad time to learn something…especially if you get to eat your homework! In this fun class, we’ll learn all about Chinese history, culture and cuisine, the science behind making dumplings and sauces, and whip up some really tasty treats. Special ingredients that we’ll be cooking with include tofu, shrimp, lots of herbs and savory soy sauce. This class is for 5-12 year olds, with lots of hands-on cooking time and vegetarian options, too. Come hungry! All kids classes are drop-off classes- kids only please! On the menu:
- Shrimp Potstickers
- Egg Drop Soup
- Steamed Buns with Pork
- Scallion Pancakes
- Tofu Fried Rice
Cost: $15 per Whole Kids Club member, $20 per non-member
We offer all sorts of highly customizable, extra fun birthday parties for kids (and we clean up!) Popular party themes include:
- Perfect Pizzas
- Super Sushi
- Mexican Fiesta
- Hawaiian Luau
- Beginning Baking
- Jungle Jubilee
- Other personalized party themes available upon request
Parties are 1 1/2 hours long. Space is limited, so maxium size is 15 kids, including the birthday kid! Parties are $175 for the first 10 kids, then $10 per additional kid, and include the ingredients for their cooking adventure, recipes, decorations, and all activities. Goody bags and personalizable aprons are available for an additional fee. Booking 6-8 weeks in advance is highly recommended. E-mail Chef Ani at ani.loizzo@wholefoods.com for more information or to schedule your birthday party with us!
