Meet me in the kitchen

This episode truly encompasses what Changing Lives From Scratch is all about. When Jennifer Coffey enrolled her daughter Nora, who suffered from pediatric feeding delay, in Little Kitchen Academy, life as they knew it changed dramatically. Hear Jennifer and her husband Rob explain why LKA has been so impactful for their entire family, how Little Kitchen's inclusive environment has been so welcomin...

We’re celebrating the 50th episode of Meet Me in the Kitchen by welcoming our newest partners, nine-time NBA All-Star Russell Westbrook and his extremely accomplished wife Nina Westbrook. After witnessing the positive impact Little Kitchen Academy had on their son, the philanthropic couple is bringing their Why Not? Foundation to LKA in a joint initiative to establish the Changing Lives From Scrat...

This summer – and this episode - is all about the rings for beach volleyball player Sam Schachter. Sam’s off to represent Canada at the Olympics in Paris before he exchanges vows with fiancée Julie Gordon shortly thereafter, but he still found time to shoehorn in this podcast to talk about his passion for cooking. Find out why Little Kitchen Academy resonates so much with him, which meal he’s cons...

With over 100,000 student visits to Little Kitchen Academy, there have been a vast number of children and families who’ve had their lives changed from scratch. Among them are Katie Huitson and her children Mateo and Emilia, who were in the first ever class when LKA opened in June of 2019. Katie began working at Little Kitchen Academy shortly thereafter and has ever since, currently serving in the...

Yves Potvin is a living legend in the food industry, having transformed the way millions of people eat with his plant-based food products. From his original company, Yves Fine Foods, to his successful second startup, Gardein, to the recently founded Konscious Foods, Potvin has ushered in culinary innovations that we now consider commonplace. He is both an investor in and an advocate for Little Kit...

You might think you know Annemarie Wiley from "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills", but she's so much more than what you've seen on-screen. This proud wife and mother is also an athlete, a nurse, a philanthropist, and a big believer in what Little Kitchen Academy is doing for children through cooking classes. Find out how she went from running track in BC, to starring on reality tv in LA, how a...

Trying to give your kids as many opportunities as possible is a juggling act, but Sasha Foster is an accomplished juggler. The self-labeled "Momager" is equal parts parent, principal and agent for her talented, energetic children, Brooklynne and Trenard. Just like home schooling, Little Kitchen Academy has been a great fit for this family, and they explain why in this fun episode.

What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with an outpouring of love from the heart of Lana Cianfrini. Lana is the Fund Development and Community Liaison Coordinator at Meta Centre in Greater Toronto, where she pours her passion into creating opportunities for people with exceptionalities. She’s also the mother of a student who attends cooking classes at Little Kitchen Academy, a place tha...

A new year means new innovations at Little Kitchen Academy, which is launching cooking classes for seniors! Advisory Board Member, Ernie Hee, offers insight into why LKA is such a great fit for seniors and provides perspective on what senior living is really about in 2024. Ernie details his own journey from a successful legal career to working with seniors, and why baseball continues to be such an...

The final episode of the year features a number of the impactful conversations had on Meet Me in the Kitchen in 2023. Themed around the concept of service, these interviews all speak to the ways in which Little Kitchen Academy both demonstrates service and attracts those who are committed to service. Hear from founders Felicity and Brian Curin, Supermensch Shep Gordon, LegoMaster Stacey Roy, actor...

It’s another opportunity to share the story of one of Little Kitchen Academy’s remarkable instructors, Karalyn Brokop, who is most certainly that and a whole lot more. In addition to her role at LKA Point Grey in Vancouver, BC, Canada Karalyn works as a pediatric nurse at BC Children’s Hospital. Hear why Karalyn is so passionate about both of her careers, how she first learned about LKA’s cooking...

Andre Eng is the President of House of Knives and a part of the Little Kitchen Academy family thanks to an innovative collaboration on a first-of-its-kind Progressive Knife Set for children. But it might never have come to fruition had he not taken a major leap of faith. Discover why Andre pivoted from his career path, how LKA’s cooking classes came onto his radar, and why getting great knives int...

Shep Gordon is a legend in the entertainment industry. He’s managed major rockstars, produced an award-winning film and created the Celebrity Chef phenomenon. But his real passions in life are cooking and service, and when he saw how Little Kitchen Academy is empowering students in both regards, he instantly became a fan. Hear the Supermensch reveal which accomplishments he's most proud of, what s...

Little Kitchen Academy continues to grow its presence opening and franchising more cooking schools across North America, and Will Woods plays an important role in that expansion. A partner at Baker McKenzie in Dallas, Will is one of the top lawyers on the planet when it comes to franchise and distribution law, and serves as outside counsel to LKA. Find out what every franchisor needs to understand...

It's a collab in our lab as LEGO Masters champion Stacey Roy brings her world to Little Kitchen Academy. Fresh off joining LKA classes in Vancouver and Los Angeles, Stacey shares her thoughts on how creativity, confidence and cooking have all come together in her own life. Find out how a bad night at work turned into her first big break and how revisiting her childhood hobby landed her on network...

What does it truly mean to be optimistic? Dr Deepika Chopra, the Optimism Doctor, answers that question and many more in this compelling conversation. Dr Chopra reveals her own challenges regarding optimism, explains the impact motherhood has had on her both personally and professionally, and details why she’s become such a strong advocate of Little Kitchen Academy.

As students, teachers and families get back into their educational routines, we've created a Back to School episode to help ease you back into the swing of things. This compilation features a diverse view on education through the words of eight previous guests of the podcast. You'll hear from various teachers, students, parents and collaborators associated with Little Kitchen Academy, as they prov...

You likely recognize him from the classic movie “Big”, but David Moscow is now tackling an even bigger project. As the host and creator of the innovative tv show “From Scratch”, David has travelled the world in order to better connect with the origins of the food we eat. When he discovered Little Kitchen Academy, he identified parallels with many of the positive practices he’s learned on his culin...

He’s worked with some of the world’s greatest athletes, and Dr Oliver Finlay sees similar genius in Little Kitchen Academy. An active advocate for health and nutrition, Dr Finlay was immediately attracted to LKA’s mission to educate and empower youth around the planet. Learn which athletes he holds in the highest regard, why he walks everywhere he can, and what mistake he thinks a lot of businesse...

Peter Nguyen’s journey through the food industry has been filled with memorable roles, but none as rewarding and impactful as his current one. Now the Director of Little Kitchen Academy, Point Grey, Peter has become a favourite of both students and parents alike for his fun and welcoming style. Hear Peter explain how food helped him make friends, why he sings during classes, and why he’s so connec...

The freedom to explore and create is a guiding principle at Little Kitchen Academy, and that's music to the ears of Pam Daniels. Pam is the dynamo who designed the visual measuring cups found at Little Kitchen, and she's also a professor at Northwestern's Segal Design Institute. Hear about her love of languages, why she encourages students to doodle in class, and which food she always makes room f...

While Little Kitchen Academy has countless advocates singing its praises, Jane Garapick might top the list. This mother of two teenagers has witnessed the positive impact Little Kitchen Academy has had on both of her children, and she’s eager to share their story with others. Find out why Jane and her husband chose to home school their kids, what attending LKA has done for her son specifically, an...

It’s the one-year anniversary of the podcast, making it the perfect time to welcome Felicity and Brian Curin back to Meet Me in the Kitchen. The founders of Little Kitchen Academy reflect back on the past year, share their favorite moments, how they have evolved, update what has changed since they appeared on the first episode twelve months ago, and look forward as to what’s on the horizon for LKA...

Jamie Hennessey is going places and, usually, very quickly. But she’s also equipped with the stamina and determination for the long haul. Find out why this accomplished varsity runner stopped by Little Kitchen Academy, what insight she gained about empowerment, and how she was able to impact LKA in the process.

Since the day Little Kitchen Academy opened its doors, its doors have been open for everyone. Every child is welcome to discover their independent self at LKA, and Mark Comfort has witnessed it firsthand. Hear what this Recreation Specialist at Canucks Autism Network discovered when he brought a group of students to Little Kitchen Academy, and why he’s such a proponent of LKA’s approach.