Cook your way across the globe at Cincinnati Museum Center

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 3, 2025
MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org

Cook up classics from around the world at Cincinnati Museum Center

Registration for winter programs in the Cr(eat)e Culinary Studio opens Tuesday

CINCINNATI –  If you’re managing a household of picky eaters, Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) has a remedy. Empower your young foodies to expand their palates and their culinary skills with CMC’s upcoming Cr(eat)e Culinary Studio cooking classes. The upcoming winter class schedule will walk cooking rookies and well-seasoned chefs alike through a global cornucopia of dishes as they learn the culinary techniques and science behind these edible experiments. Registration opens Tuesday, giving you just enough time to scroll through the menu and plan your globetrotting culinary adventure. 

The Cr(eat)e Culinary Studio featuring the Kroger Food Lab is a versatile programming space outfitted with ovens, ranges, blenders and more. The kitchen becomes a laboratory as you explore the science behind cooking, the chemical reactions that change flavor and textures and the tactile motor skills that make it all possible. But the Cr(eat)e Culinary Studio is not just about science, it’s also an entry point to our region’s history, food community and world cultures.

Programs are available for kids to cook alone and to cook alongside an adult. Each program invites you to prep and cook your way through classic and experimental recipes while exploring the science and history behind them.
 

Homeschool Cooking Club – Ages 7 to 18
Member $35 per class
Non-Member $45 per class

Ramen: The Ultimate Umami Bomb – January 15, 2026
Explore how science affects texture, taste and cooking techniques as you learn how to make a flavorful umami broth, prepare a perfectly-cooked hard-boiled egg and assemble toppings for maximum flavor, all in pursuit of the perfect bowl of ramen.

The Art of Veggie Sushi – February 26, 2026
Discover how acid transforms flavor, the science of rice texture and the techniques that make each bite taste amazing as you prepare seasoned sushi rice, select and slice vegetable fillings and roll your own sushi!

Junior Chefs – Adults and kids cooking together
Member $110 per class
Non-Member $125 per class

Asian Street Food: Dumplings, Fried Rice and Boba – December 6, 2025
Fold and boil dumplings to perfection, create perfectly seasoned fried rice and mix your own bubble tea as you learn about its origins. Along the way, discover the cultural stories, culinary techniques and food science that make these dishes so special.

Mastering Indian Flavors: Dal Curry, Raita and Roti – January 10, 2026
As you master Indian classics, learn how to make curry using tadka, the traditional method of tempering spices to bring out their aroma and depth, and prepare raita and roll your own roti, leaving with a fully belly and the skills to recreate these classics at home.

Big Flavors, Southern Style: Gumbo and Cornbread – February 7, 2026
A Southern comfort food classic starts with the holy trinity of onions, bell peppers and celery to build a robust roux layered with spices for depth, plus a handmade cornbread to sop up your amazing gumbo.

The Cr(eat)e Culinary Studio Adult Cooking Class
Member $120 per class
Non-Member $130 per class

Mediterranean Flavors: A Collaborative Experience – February 13, 2026
It’s all “yes, chef!” in this collaborative cooking class. Work in small groups to prepare a mouth-watering Mediterranean feast, including fresh tabbouleh salad, creamy hummus, marinated chicken and warm pita. Share in the process and enjoy the results together.

C(eat)e Pop-up, Drop In Class
Free, no ticket required

Holiday Caroling Cuisine – December 20, 2025
Sample treats inspired by classic carols, from figgy pudding to sugar plums and much more. Stop by, sneak a taste and enjoy the flavors of the holiday season.

Learn more about upcoming programs and register online atcincymuseum.org/create-culinary-studio.