Hey there
I have been a professional chef for over 15 years. I have a passion for food and experimenting with new food and flavor combinations. Over the past few years I’ve learned that I love teaching others about this passion and believe learning should be enjoyable!
I have worked in catering, universities, country clubs, and restaurants cooking for CEO’s, United States Generals, and many other dignitaries. While I have enjoyed my diverse career, I’ve learned that food mixed with teaching is my passion and kids are way more fun than adults ;) I’m a homeschool dad of 2 miniature sous chef’s, and seeing them grow in their knowledge and love for food, is something I’m very proud of. When they hear the mixer going or smell something coming from the kitchen they come running asking "whatcha making," or "oh, can I help?"
After working with a local school system to create fun and interactive nutrition lessons for kids from pre-k through high school, I saw a great need. I was able to see first hand what little many kids knew about food, but at the same time see how much they enjoyed learning about, and interacting with it. Food is an amazing and tasty tool to teach kids. Food is science. Food can be art. Food teaches history. Nutrition doesn’t have to be boring. And most importantly food is fun!
That’s when The Tasty Palette was born. Our goal is to teach yes, but most importantly for kids to generate a passion for learning and a confidence in their skills and knowledge; to be a catalyst for their curiosity in all areas of life. We aim to teach your child science, art, history and invaluable life skills all with the aid of food. It is our joy to see children have a healthy relationship with food through play and learning. I’m Alex Perez and welcome to The Tasty Palette