Food & Art Fusion!

Course summary

Get ready for a full day of cooking and imagination, hands-on creative painting fun!
This unique school holiday program blends cooking and art into one unforgettable experience.

9.30am – 12.30pm: Cooking Adventures

Children will roll up their sleeves and step into the kitchen to make Okonomiyaki—Japanese savoury pancakes for lunch! They’ll mix the batter, choose their favourite toppings, and practice flipping pancakes like true chefs. To finish, they’ll drizzle on rich, umami-packed Okonomiyaki sauce, mayo, bonito flakes and savour the delicious results of their own creations. A fun, hands-on cooking session where everyone can enjoy lunch together!

12.30pm – 3.30pm: Art Experience

After lunch, the fun continues in the Art Room. Each child will be given a blank canvas and guided by our talented acrylic paint tutor to design and paint their very own masterpiece. It’s a wonderful opportunity to explore imagination, play with colours, and create one-of-a-kind artwork to take home.

Suitable for children aged between 7 and 12 years old.

About the Cooking Tutor

With a deep-rooted passion for food and a heart full of joy for bringing people together, Kate Ngo is a dynamic culinary expert and the founder of Labour of Love, a unique culinary school designed for all ages and abilities. Her approach to teaching cooking and baking is both fun and interactive, ensuring that every student feels empowered and inspired in the kitchen. For seven years, Kate ran a successful baking business that focused on macarons, custom-made cookies, cakes, and desserts for all occasions. Her baked goods have not only satisfied taste buds but also created memorable experiences for her clients. Through this venture, she developed a reputation for creating visually stunning, wholesome dishes that marry flavour and aesthetics. As an expert in Asian cuisine and a wide variety of desserts, Kate brings a special touch to her classes, offering students the opportunity to learn about and embrace diverse culinary traditions. Whether it’s mastering the art of delicate pastries or cooking authentic Asian dishes, Kate’s passion shines through in every recipe she shares.
Her teaching philosophy goes beyond just showing students how to cook. Kate believes in the power of food to tell stories, connect cultures, and bring people together. Through her classes, she emphasizes cultural sharing and the importance of giving back to the community—something Kate is deeply committed to. She sees the kitchen as a place of creativity, joy, and connection. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or an experienced home cook, Kate’s warm and inclusive teaching style ensures that everyone leaves with new skills, a fuller heart, and a deeper appreciation for the art of food.
Kate’s Facebook page

About the Painting Tutor

Mahsa Goodarzi is a passionate and creative artist with extensive experience in photography, architectural drawings, and both oil and watercolour painting. Her artistic journey revolves around sketching with ink and harmoniously combining the elements of architecture and nature through watercolour.  Mahsa has been engaged in private teaching of visual arts, where she shares her passion and knowledge with students.

Mahsa’s Instagram: @mahsartist_20

IMPORTANT: 

• Please ensure children are dropped off at YCC, 59 Francis Street, Yarraville at 9.15am
• Children will need to be picked up by 3.30pm sharp
• Please let us know if your child has any allergies

What to bring 

• A water bottle and light snacks for break times
• Casual clothes that can get a little messy
• An apron(if they have one) to protect their clothes
• A container to take leftovers