THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF COOKERY INSTRUCTION

CAMILLE Y. LAXAMANA

The term "Transformative Power of Cookery Instruction" describes the profound influence that imparting cooking skills to both people and groups may have. It includes the notion that developing one's cooking abilities is only one aspect of studying the craft; another is about evolving as a person. For the following reasons, taking cooking classes can be life-changing: learning to prepare meals can help people gain confidence and independence. From following recipes to creating one's own cooking style is a journey. Cooking encourages curiosity and a respect for variety as it allows people to learn about and experience various cultures and cuisines. Cooking enhances wellbeing and health. When people learn more about ingredients and nutrition, they may develop healthier eating habits.

Whether it is in a corporate team-building event with coworkers or a family environment, cooking together promotes camaraderie and teamwork. Cooking classes can supplement the K–12 curriculum by combining academic knowledge with practical skills, which can benefit students, particularly those in senior high school. Cooking may be a calming activity that makes you feel accomplished and less stressed. Cooking education aims to empower people and improve lives by utilizing their creativity and expertise. It is not just about teaching people how to cook.

Cooking is likely to help students develop a wide range of abilities. Among these abilities are selfsufficiency in essential daily tasks like cooking, grocery shopping, and traveling around the neighborhood. Additionally, cooking improves teamwork, time management, communication, and organization—all of which are employability skills.

-oOoThe author is Teacher I at Betis National High School