How to Register

Submit Registration Forms

Click the button below to sign registration forms which include a waiver, an optional photo release, student allergies, and emergency contact information.

After submitting the documents you will be prompted to create an account which will give you access to class registration.

If you’re already a member on the website, log in below to sign up for your next class.

Pick Your Class

If you are enrolling 2 or more Junior Chefs from the same household, use code SIBS for a 10% discount.

If you need to cancel a monthly class or clinic, you must give a 2 week notice via email. Camp cancellations require 4 week notice.

If your Junior Chef misses a class, it is possible to switch to another equal class for a “make up” when space is available. Please check with Chef Arlena in order to arrange that switch.

We are so lucky to have TWO locations in Pittsboro, browse for classes at your preferred location.

All students taking part in the month-long weekly classes require a “Starter Kit”. It is a one time purchase for all your future classes. So be sure to add one to your cart on your first weekly class purchase!

Many of our classes have special early bird pricing, so be sure to register early for the best price.

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About our Chef Instructor

A graduate of the International Culinary School in 1996, Chef Arlena has explored the globe, immersing herself in diverse food and cultures during her decade-long stay in Europe. This experience enabled her to pursue professional development courses in Paris at Le Cordon Bleu and other esteemed culinary institutions.

Trained Chef

Certified Child and Youth Culinary Instructor

Throughout her husband's military career, Chef Arlena taught cooking classes wherever they were stationed. As the author of a widely used curriculum taught across the country, she has always dreamed of establishing her own cooking school in a picturesque location. Now, with the opportunity to settle down in downtown Pittsboro, she is excited to finally put down roots and pursue her passions.

Published Author

Chef Arlena is an avid enthusiast of culinary history, and during the COVID lockdowns, she dedicated her time to writing and publishing five biographies of the historical chefs who have inspired her most. She then expanded her work with three "teach yourself to cook at home" books, along with a few coloring books designed for her youngest students.

$45.00
One month of classes with Chef Arlena's matching donation

$125.00
One week of Camp with Chef Arlena's matching donation

$30.00
One full day clinic with Chef Arlena's matching donation

$200.00
Towards equipment and general repair in the teaching kitchen

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Our program changes lives. We are able to instil kitchen and food confidence in kids that lasts a life time. We are able to give hands on experience with math, science and so much more in our kitchen as we focus on the history, cultivation and growth processes of the food we eat and prepare. We need to be able to reach more students than can necessarily come to classes on a regular basis, or even once in a while. Your help can open the doors of learning to a child who may not be able to otherwise. Chef Arlena matches every donation penny for penny.

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Contact The Chef

Interested in cooking classes, gift certificates, or custom parties? Please forward all of your inquiries via this contact form and Chef Arlena will get back with you as soon as she gets out of the kitchen and back to her desk!