The Flavor Lab: Food Science Course
6-Week Session | $600
Locations:
220 41st Ave NW
Naples, FL 34120
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939 SW 7th Ct
Cape Coral, FL 33991
Session Dates:
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Naples - March 4, 11, 18, 25 - April 1, 8
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Sprouts (Ages 5–9) - Wednesdays, 10am - 1pm
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Cooks-in-Training (Ages 10+) - Wednesdays, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
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Cape Coral - March 5, 12, 19, 26 - April 2, 9
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Sprouts (Ages 5–9) - Thursdays, 10am - 1pm***WAITLIST***
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Cooks-in-Training (Ages 10+) - Thursdays, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
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Offered in partnership with The Homeschool Hangar and led by Chef Mark Hennessy, The Flavor Lab is where science meets the kitchen! This unique, hands-on course combines culinary skills with real-world science, giving homeschoolers the chance to experiment, cook, and learn in every class.
The Flavor Lab: Farm-to-Table Edition
This version of The Flavor Lab emphasizes hands-on cooking, real ingredient prep, and
farm-sourced foods. Each week blends practical cooking with fun, sensory science activities
(like testing soil pH, making butter, or exploring natural fermentation).
Week 1 – From Seed to Snack
Theme: Understanding where food begins and turning simple farm ingredients into tasty snacks.
Week 2 – The Power of Plants
Theme: How plants feed us flavor, color, and nutrition.
Week 3 – The Magic of Milk
Theme: From farm-fresh milk to delicious creations.
Week 4 – Grains to Gourmet
Theme: Discovering the science and flavor of grains.
Week 5 – From Farm to Fire
Theme: Cooking with heat and transforming farm produce.
Week 6 – Harvest Feast
Theme: Bringing it all together for a shared celebration.
Each class is capped at 12 students, with a minimum of 8 to run.
Tuition Policy
Tuition reflects full-session enrollment and covers materials, instructor planning, and scheduling. The Homeschool Hangar does not offer proration or refunds for late starts, absences, or withdrawals.
The Homeschool Hangar is a Step Up Direct Pay Provider. Families can reserve their scholarship funds for all classes through their EMA account.