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We’re excited to offer Cooking With Confidence, a FREE cooking program for individuals on the autism spectrum!
Participants will:
Choose one date:
• Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:
Parkway Central Library – Culinary Literacy Center
1901 Vine St., 4th Floor, Philadelphia, PA
Who can attend:
• Individuals on the autism spectrum
• One staff person, family member, or caregiver may attend to support
• If the individual is under 18 years old, we ask that a parent or caregiver attend with them

Cooking with Confidence has worked with autistic adults, their families, high school autism support classrooms, and volunteers. In three hands-on classes, each cohort of 10 participants learn basic cooking skills, including how to follow a recipe and stay safe in the kitchen. Participants prepare a plant-based meal and eat it together at a communal table. The recipe used in class, a book with affordable recipes, and a tote bag filled with fresh ingredients are sent home with participants.
Financiamiento del Centro Drexel ExCITE apoyó el lanzamiento de Cooking with Confidence para personas del espectro. El Proyecto de Autismo de Filadelfia se ha unido al Fundación Biblioteca Gratuita de Filadelfia para continuar apoyando el programa. Haga clic aquí para obtener más información sobre Centro de alfabetización culinaria de la biblioteca gratuita.

Below is a list of additional culinary and cooking opportunities in Philadelphia and the surrounding counties. Visit our Calendario de eventos for more community-based offerings.