11/03/2026
A little behind-the-scenes of what building Bloom actually looks like. 💛
When I first started teaching cooking classes, I didn’t have my own space. Every single class meant finding somewhere to host it, figuring out whether I could afford the space, hoping enough kids would register, and doing it all over again for the next one.
So sitting on my couch last night, looking at a November calendar that’s FULL of cooking classes, birthday parties, collaborations, and community events?
That was a pretty incredible feeling.
And also… slightly terrifying. 😂
Because as much as I love what I do, I’m still the person teaching the majority of those classes. And sometimes the reality of everything you’ve worked so hard to build hits you all at once.
But here’s the thing.
Even on the days when the kitchen is chaotic, the kids are extra silly, and I’m wondering how on earth we’re going to get everything done, I almost always walk out of that room feeling the exact same way.
Grateful.
Because there’s nothing quite like hearing a kid tell their parent, “That was SO much fun! Can you sign me up again?!” before they’ve even made it out the door.
When I started Bloom, my mission was to help kids fall in love with cooking, knowing that those early experiences could help shape their relationship with food for years to come.
And getting to see that actually happen, one class at a time?
It’s the best reminder that we’re building something that matters.
So yes, I’m a little overwhelmed looking at November.
But mostly? I’m really, really proud. And incredibly thankful for every family that’s helped make this possible. 💛
