Over 450 young people learned to cook healthy in 2024 – Join the Chisinau Cooking Club!
23 January 2025

The Chisinau Municipal Youth Center invites young people aged between 14 and 35 to participate in a new edition of the Cooking Club, an educational and interactive club that aims to develop culinary skills and promote a healthy lifestyle.
The Cooking Club, held weekly since February, will take place at the headquarters of the Chisinau Municipal Youth Center, located on 90 Mitropolit Varlaam Street. Under the guidance of Mrs. Coralia Babcenco, participants will learn:
- Essential culinary techniques;
- How to prepare healthy and creative recipes;
- The importance of a balanced diet
The objectives of the programme for 2025 include:
- Promoting a healthy lifestyle through healthy food and culinary education;
- Organizing themed culinary events, such as “Italian Dinner”, “Holiday Table” and “Street Food Reinvented”, which will be open to the public;
- Hosting special theme evenings, dedicated to the promotion of international culinary cultures.
Impact of previous editions – Established in 2022, the Cooking Club has quickly become one of the most appreciated projects of the Chisinau Municipal Youth Center. In 2024, 42 sessions were held, attended by about 450 young people.
Among the favorite dishes of the participants were:
- Healthy salads, such as couscous salad with vegetables and chicken;
- Popular desserts such as tiramisu.
These workshops helped create a community of young people passionate about cooking, who shared ideas and discovered the joy of preparing healthy meals.
How can you sign up? Participation is free, but places are limited. Interested young people can fill out the registration form available here: Registration form.
Why join the Cooking Club?
- You learn essential cooking techniques and how to prepare healthy meals;
- You are part of a community of young people who share the same passion for cooking;
- You participate in events and activities that help you develop personally and professionally.
The Chisinau Municipal Youth Center continues to support non-formal education, promoting activities that bring value to the community. The Cooking Club is an exciting opportunity for young people in Chisinau to learn, create and connect.