our philosophy

Thyme to Turnip the Beet on What Kids Eat®

We are in the business of transforming lives and uplifting communities. Through positive and encouraging cooking experiences, we are Cultivating ‘Cool’inary Curiosity in Kids® to support lifelong skills for preparing, eating, and sharing nutritious and sustainable foods.

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The Perfect Pairing

Parenthood with a dash of Business is the Sticky Fingers Cooking® Recipe!

Measure the perfect blend of parenthood and entrepreneurship with our Sticky Fingers Cooking® business recipe. Our franchise model is meticulously crafted to blend the joys of raising a busy family with the satisfaction of running your own successful business. Like the perfect combination of sprinkles on cupcakes, parenthood, and business ownership harmonize effortlessly, enabling franchise owners to nurture their loved ones while leaving a flavorful imprint in their communities. Embark on an exciting journey with us to uncover how the Sticky Fingers Cooking® franchise empowers parents to fulfill their dreams of business ownership while sparking a love for cooking in the budding chefs of tomorrow.

Our values

The Secret Sauce Behind Sticky Fingers Cooking®

Sticky Finger Cooking's 5 Core Values: Trust, Impact, Community, Innovation, Inspiration

Trust

Building strong relationships through open communication and reliability.

Impact

Creating lasting change for kids, families, franchise owners, and communities.

Community

Fostering belonging, inclusivity, and collaboration.

Innovation

More than a cooking school, we’re a tech-powered education company. Our Dash® platform streamlines operations, drives efficiency, and fuels growth.

Inspiration

Igniting creativity, passion, and a lifelong love of cooking and eating well.

At our core, we’re a hospitality company—delivering joyful, memorable experiences while teaching essential life skills. We’re redefining after-school enrichment with a business model that blends innovation, education, and our secret sauce for success!

Who we are

Our stance on social responsibility

We are a purpose-driven company.

Sticky Fingers Cooking® recognizes the value of fostering curiosity, independence, confidence, and the development of lifelong cooking skills through interactive and fun culinary experiences. We also believe that it is our responsibility to stand for social justice by seeking out equitable opportunities to offer our classes to diverse communities across the country through our social enterprise business model.

Expanding Access
While most revenue comes from parent-paid tuition, franchise owners can also secure grants and partner with 501(c)(3)s and Title I schools to bring classes to underserved communities.
Community-Driven
We tailor our class structure, focus, and recipes to reflect and support the unique needs of each community.
A Bigger Impact
Every child deserves a seat at the table—learning essential life skills through food, fun, and exploration.
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Cream of the Crop

Reach New Heights with Sticky Fingers Cooking® Support!

Experience the pinnacle of support and training with Sticky Fingers Cooking®! Dive deep into our first-class training, systems, and support, meticulously crafted to empower franchise owners like you. Explore how our dedicated franchise leadership team, together with our innovative proprietary technology platform, The Dash®, offers unparalleled ongoing business support. Join us now to unlock the secret ingredients to launching and thriving in your very own Sticky Fingers Cooking® business venture. Your success is our triumph!

Our vision

A Flavorful, Financially Fueled Future—Freshly Served to You!

At Sticky Fingers Cooking®, systems-based entrepreneurs like you are the key ingredient to our success. Our proven, high-margin franchise model is built for scalability, flexibility, and financial freedom.

  • Turn Demand Into Revenue – Parents need after-school programs. Schools need enrichment. Kids love our classes. You’ll be the go-to provider!
  • Own a Recognized Brand – With 200,000+ kids taught and thousands of school partnerships, you launch with instant credibility.
  • Mix Passion with Profit – Inspire kids, serve families, and build a business that’s fun and financially rewarding.
  • Lead, Don’t Teach – Manage and grow your business, leading a team of instructors with low overhead and high margins.
  • Be the Local Leader – Schools, libraries, and community centers want our program—you’ll bring it to them!
  • A Business That Changes Lives—Including Yours – With built-in demand and a proven system, success is on the menu from day one.

Ready to own a business that’s PEARfectly balanced between purpose and profit? Let’s talk!

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99%

Of schools invite us back year after year

4.9/5

Google reviews
Turnip the Heat on Your Future!

Is a Sticky Fingers Cooking® franchise the perfect mix for you?

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