Expert Culinary Educators

Meet OurAmazing Instructors

Learn from passionate culinary experts who bring years of professional experience, creative teaching methods, and genuine love for food to every class. Each instructor is dedicated to making your culinary journey both educational and enjoyable.

Professional culinary expertise
Personalized instruction
Passionate about teaching
Charity Gifford

Charity Gifford

Instructor
10+ years professional baking

Charity is a passionate and skilled baker with a culinary degree and over a decade of professional baking experience. She not only bakes exquisite desserts but also shares her expertise by teaching classes on cake and cupcake decorating, French macaron making, and creating hot cocoa bombs. Charity is known for her fun and interactive teaching style.

Specialties

Cake Decorating
Cupcake Design
French Macarons
Hot Cocoa Bombs
Dessert Artistry

Teaching Style

"Fun and interactive with hands-on guidance"

Meg Seamons

Meg Seamons

Instructor
12+ years teaching gluten-free baking

Meg has been teaching gluten-free classes for twelve years and creating original, gluten-free recipes for her family for even longer. She is known for her beginner-friendly classes, empowering attitude, and allergy-friendly baked goods that people of all ages and diets can enjoy. Meg believes baking should improve self-reliance and self-confidence—even with food allergies.

Specialties

Gluten-Free Baking
Allergy-Friendly Recipes
Beginner Classes
Recipe Development
Dietary Accommodations

Teaching Style

"Beginner-friendly and empowering approach"

Alan Crane

Alan Crane

Instructor
Years of teaching at Kitchen Kneads

Alan has been regularly holding classes at Kitchen Kneads for years. His love for baking began as a young child and continued as he served an LDS mission in Rome, Italy, where he found his passion for making Italian recipes. Alan is well-known for his informative (and delicious) bread and pasta classes. His passion for baking and Italian dishes is evident in every class he teaches.

Specialties

Artisan Bread
Italian Pasta
Traditional Techniques
Fermentation
European Baking

Teaching Style

"Informative and passionate instruction"

Susan White & Rebecca Findlay

Susan White & Rebecca Findlay

Instructor
25+ years combined professional and family cooking

Sisters Susan and Rebecca are known for their fun and creative dessert classes. They have a strong bond over their shared love of baking and cooking. Susan has been cooking professionally for over twenty-five years, while Rebecca has enjoyed cooking for her family and with her sister. They believe the creative process in the kitchen creates favorite meals and lasting traditions for families.

Specialties

Creative Desserts
Family Recipes
Seasonal Treats
Holiday Baking
Traditional Techniques

Teaching Style

"Fun and creative with family-focused traditions"

Ready to Learn from the Best?

Our instructors are excited to share their culinary knowledge and passion with you. Browse our classes and find the perfect learning experience guided by these amazing teachers.

Why Learn with Kitchen Kneads?

Small Class Sizes

With classes limited to 8-16 students, you'll receive personalized attention and hands-on guidance from our expert instructors.

Expert Instructors

Learn from passionate professionals with years of culinary experience and a genuine love for teaching and sharing knowledge.

Supportive Environment

Our welcoming atmosphere encourages questions, experimentation, and building confidence in the kitchen, regardless of your skill level.