I made this with my 5 year old. She can be somewhat choosy in her foods but is really enjoying learning in the kitchen and having a hand in all things meals. We had a lot of fun with this one and the finished product was excellent.  I’d suggest being casual with the ingredients and […]

Fresh Basil, Mozzarella, and Tomato Sandwiches While Summer may be coming to a close, bring those fresh flavors back and remember the warmer, slower months that summer tends to bring. For my daughter and I, nothing screams hot weather and lazy days like our favorite BMT (or Margarita) Sandwiches.  Bonus points for sourcing the basil […]

It seems like everyone is catching up on lost vacation time since the start of the pandemic – even with high gas prices, summer vacations seem to be at an all time high. Here at Kookist we love vacations too – and we wanted to share some ideas with you on simple recipes for dinner […]

Summer is just getting started here in the Carolinas and it’s time to slow things down and enjoy a cold treat. This is the perfect time of the year to help get kids acclimated to the kitchen and practice simple tasks like measuring, pouring, and safety.  My wife and our 4 year old decided to […]

We all know the feeling – it’s a gorgeous summer evening, and you’re ready to have an outdoor picnic with your family. But you have no idea how to go about it! Kids can be picky eaters, so coming up with something they will love can be tough – especially if you don’t know how […]

Father’s Day is fast approaching, and if you’re planning on showing your dad how much you care by making him something delicious, you might find yourself scrambling to put together an appetizing meal on short notice with very little help from your kids. But it doesn’t have to be that way! With these fun and […]