About us
Healthy cooking starts young
At Chef-Kids, we believe that good, healthy food is a superpower for every child. That's why Chef-Kids starts where it makes the most difference: in the kitchen, together with children.
Who are we?
Chef-Kids was founded by Niels Lagerweij, a chef and educator. With years of experience in both professional kitchens and education, Niels saw firsthand the importance of teaching children about food at an early age. His mission: to ensure that every child in the Netherlands acquires a basic understanding of and a passion for healthy eating.
Why Chef-Kids?
Too many children grow up without truly learning where their food comes from, how to cook healthily, or how much fun cooking together can be. Chef-Kids lets children discover, taste, and experiment for themselves—step by step, in a playful and practical way.
- Practical cooking lessons tailored to your needs – don't look, but do.
- Pedagogically sound – safe, fun and educational.
- Conscious choices for now and later – Chef-Kids works on nutritional wisdom and self-confidence.
Our dream
We dream of a generation that not only knows what's healthy, but also chooses for themselves. At Chef-Kids, cooking isn't a lesson, but a celebration. Every child gets to taste, discover, and grow for themselves.
Niels Lagerweij (Founder Chef-Kids)
Are you joining in?
Want to learn more, collaborate, or consider Chef-Kids classes at school, after-school care, events, or in our cooking studio? Contact Niels. Together, we'll make healthy cooking a given for children.