Home-school Parents Using Step Up for Students
Step 1 – Book your class on our website
- Pick your class and go to checkout.
- In the discount/promo code box, type PEP.
- That code will make your balance go to $0.
This code is ONLY for families who are funded through Step Up. If you are not funded, do not use
the code.
Step 2 – Reserve your funds in Step Up
- Go to n https://www.stepupforstudents.org/
- In the search bar, type Chefs or Chefs In Progress.
- Scroll until you find our program.
Step 3 – Match the payment amount
- Our classes are either $45 or $55.
- Double-check the class you booked and make sure you request the correct dollar amount in Step Up.
Step 4 – Reserve funds immediately
- You must log in to Step Up and reserve funds right after booking your class.
- Do not wait — this step is required to hold your spot.
If you follow these steps exactly, your class will be booked correctly.
SEPTEMBER CLASSES: EXPLORING ITALY 4-PART cooking SERIES
#3 A Culinary Tour Through the Italian Table – Main Course Edition
🇮🇹 A Taste of Italy: A Culinary Tour Through the Italian Table – Main Course Edition
In Class 3 of 4, we’re traveling to Emilia-Romagna, the pasta capital of Italy! This week, young chefs will master classic Italian techniques as they prepare crispy Chicken Parmigiana and roll out their own fresh handmade pasta from scratch.
🌟 Join all 4 classes to complete the full Italian experience
— or
drop in for your favorite course and enjoy a delicious adventure!
This week, we’re focusing on Main Course – Chicken Parmigiana & Fresh Pasta
Theme: Classic Italian technique with handmade pasta
Menu:
🍗 Chicken Parmigiana
🍝 Fresh Hand-Rolled Pasta
📅 Date: September 22nd
🕐 Time: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Chefs In Progress – 811 SW 44th Street, Suite 3, Cape Coral, FL 33914
👩🍳 Ages: 6–15
💵 Cost: $45 per student
Roll, bread, and bake your way into one of Italy’s most iconic dishes — it’s time to cook like a true Italian chef!
#4. A Culinary Tour Through the Italian Table – Dessert Edition
🇮🇹 A Taste of Italy: A Culinary Tour Through the Italian Table – Dessert Edition
In Class 4 of 4, we’re heading south to Campania for a sweet and elegant finale to our Italian adventure! Young chefs will create their own Tiramisu Tradizionale — layered with mascarpone, espresso-dipped ladyfingers, and a dusting of cocoa. A true taste of Italian indulgence!
🌟 Join all 4 classes to complete the full Italian experience
— or
drop in for your favorite course and enjoy a delicious adventure!
This week, we’re focusing on Dessert – Tiramisu Tradizionale
Theme: Italian elegance in layered form
Menu:
🍰 Tiramisu Tradizionale (Mini layered servings)
📅 Date: September 29th
🕐 Time: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Chefs In Progress – 811 SW 44th Street, Suite 3, Cape Coral, FL 33914
👩🍳 Ages: 6–15
💵 Cost: $45 per student
Let’s whisk, layer, and savor the sweet side of Italy — the perfect ending to our culinary tour!
OCTOBER CLASSES: EXPLORING MEXICO 4-PART Cooking SERIES
#1 A Culinary Exploration of Mexico:Appetizer Edition
🇲🇽 Layers of Flavor: A Culinary Exploration of Mexico Part 1 of 4 Series – Appetizer Edition
Get ready to cook your way through the bold, vibrant flavors of Mexico — one course at a time! In this 4-part hands-on cooking series, students will explore a different part of the Mexican table each week: appetizers, breads & soups, main courses, and desserts.
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Join all 4 classes to complete the full culinary journey
— or
pop in for your favorite flavors
and enjoy a taste of the fiesta!
This week, we’re focusing on Appetizers (Antojitos y Botanas)!
Here’s the menu:
- Guacamole with Baked Tortilla Chips
- Esquites (Mexican Street Corn Salad)
- Pico de Gallo
Ages: 6–15
Time: 12:30-3PM
Date: October 6, 2025
Cost: $45 per student
A Culinary Exploration of Mexico – Bread & Soup Edition
#2 🇲🇽 Layers of Flavor: A Culinary Exploration of Mexico – Bread & Soup Edition
The journey through Mexico’s vibrant cuisine continues! In
Class 2 of 4, we’re diving into the comforting heart of the Mexican table with warm, crusty bread and a rich, flavorful soup. This week’s menu highlights timeless favorites that bring bold flavor and soul-soothing tradition to every bite.
This week, we’re focusing on traditional Mexican breads and soups!
🌟 Join all 4 classes to complete the full culinary journey
— or
pop in for your favorite flavors
and enjoy a taste of the fiesta!
Come knead, stir, and savor your way through Mexico — one delicious class at a time!
Here’s the menu:
- Bolillos (Crusty Mexican Rolls)
- Sopa Azteca (Tortilla Soup)
📅 Date: October 13th
🕐 Time:12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Chefs In Progress 811 Sw 44th Street suite 3 Cape Coral Fl 33914
👩🍳 Ages:6–15
💵 Cost: $45 per student
🌟 Join all 4 classes to complete the full culinary journey
— or
pop in for your favorite flavors
and enjoy a taste of the fiesta!
Come knead, stir, and savor your way through Mexico — one delicious class at a time!
#3 A Culinary Exploration of Mexico – Traditional Mexican Main Dish Edition
🇲🇽 Layers of Flavor: A Culinary Exploration of Mexico – Traditional Mexican Main Dish Edition
In Class 3 of 4, we’re diving into the heart of the Mexican kitchen with one of the most beloved traditional meals. Students will learn how to prepare rich, savory red chile enchiladas and a classic side of fluffy Mexican red rice — full of flavor, spice, and culture.
🌟 Join all 4 classes to complete the full culinary journey
— or
pop in for your favorite flavors
and enjoy a taste of the fiesta!
This week, we’re focusing on Traditional Mexican Main Dishes!
Here’s the menu:
🌶️ Enchiladas Rojas (Red Chile Enchiladas)
🍚 Arroz Rojo (Mexican Red Rice)
📅 Date: October 20th
🕐 Time: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location:Chefs In Progress – 811 SW 44th Street, Suite 3, Cape Coral, FL 33914
👩🍳 Ages:6–15
💵 Cost: $45 per student
Spice up your skills and dig into the bold, comforting world of traditional Mexican cooking!
#4 Mexican Desserts – Flan & Tres Leches
🇲🇽 Homeschool Culinary Series: Mexico – Class 4
Mexican Desserts: Flan & Tres Leches
Join us for the final class in our 4-part Mexican cooking series! Students will learn the art of two classic desserts:
✨ Caramel Flan – silky custard with golden caramel
✨ Tres Leches Cake – fluffy sponge cake soaked in three milks, finished with whipped cream
📅 Date: October 27th
🕧 Time: 12:30 – 3:00 PM
👩🍳 Ages: 6–15
💵 Cost: $45
🎓 This class completes our Homeschool Mexico Culinary Series!
NOVEMBER
AUTUMN ORCHARD MACARONS
Caramel Apple Macarons with Cinnamon-Apple Buttercream
Take a bite out of fall flavors while learning the science and art of French pastry! In this hands-on homeschool workshop, students will:
- Discover the chemistry behind meringues and how sugar, egg whites, and heat create structure.
- Explore the harvest flavors of the season with caramel, apple, and warm spices.
- Practice precision techniques in piping, filling, and assembling delicate macarons.
- Connect culinary arts to math and science with measuring, ratios, and food chemistry.
📅 Tuesday, November 25
⏰ 12:00 – 3:00 PM
💵 $55 per person
👩🍳 Ages 12–16
📍 Chefs in Progress – 811 SW 44th Street, Suite 3, Cape Coral, FL
🌐 www.chefsinprogress.com
NOVEMBER
🍂 A Grateful Table 🍂
Join us for a cozy fall cooking adventure! Kids will roll up their sleeves and learn how to make
Pumpkin Rolls
from scratch, while Our Chef demos a delicious
Sausage Croissant Stuffing
that’s perfect for sharing at your own Thanksgiving table. Along the way, we’ll also practice
table etiquette—because great food deserves great manners!
📅 Date:November 26th
🕛 Time: 12:00–3:00 PM
👩🍳 Ages:6–15 💵
Cost: $55
📍 Location: Chefs in Progress – 811 SW 44th Street, Suite 3, Cape Coral, FL 33914