Our vision is to build a movement of healthy habits. One of the ways we do that is through education. Enter the Wolf Teaching Kitchen, a state of the art kitchen equipped with Wolf appliances, nestled right into the Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center.
We believe that wellness encompasses both what you do physically as well as what goes on your plate. Here we empower students to create delicious, healthy meals that fuel their active lifestyle.
Unleash your inner chef
Register for one of our Nutrition Education classes at the Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center today.
Kitchen Open House
Free sessions designed for hands-on kitchen fun.
- Get pro cooking tips during our interactive sessions
- Free food samples & activities
Location: Bakke Wolf Teaching Kitchen
Upcoming Open Houses:
Cookies & Connection
Take the stress out of making a new friend by decorating a cookie in the Wolf Teaching Kitchen! Our Peer Wellness Educators will facilitate conversation and activities along with cookie decorating. Stop by anytime to join the fun.
Date & Time: Tuesday, April 7 @ 5:30 – 7pm
Badger Bites
When there are available seats in a class, registration will re-open the morning of the class and remain open until 10 minutes before the class starts. Classes are still filled on a first come, first serve basis.
Badger Bites are 60 minute sessions, perfect for those who are short on time or unsure of trying a full cooking class!
- Practice basic skills & food preparation
- Find confidence in the kitchen
Price: $10
Location: Bakke Wolf Teaching Kitchen
Upcoming Classes:
Mindful Eating+Charcuterie Boards
Build a positive relationship with food through the practice of mindful eating! Even better, create your own mini-charcuterie board with cheese, chocolate, fruits, and more!
Date & Time: Wednesday, March 25 @ 6:30 – 7:30pm
Mug Cakes
Who doesn’t love a quick sweet treat ready in minutes and almost no dishes?! Master the microwave as we make a Vanilla Sprinkle Mug Cake and Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake.
Date & Time: Thursday, April 16 @ 6:30 – 7:30pm
Rice, Wrap, Repeat! How to Make Onigiri
Let’s explore Onigiri, a Japanese rice ball formed into shapes and wrapped in nori. We will try a vegetarian and chicken recipe in this class.
Date & Time: Monday, April 20 @ 6:30 – 7:30pm
Meal Master
When there are available seats in a class, registration will re-open the morning of the class and remain open until 10 minutes before the class starts. Classes are still filled on a first come, first serve basis.
Meal Master classes are 90-minutes sessions to explore new ways to build balanced meals and elevate your cooking skills.
- Quick and delicious meals that fit a college budget
- Tips & tricks to master recipes
Price: $15
Location: Bakke Wolf Teaching Kitchen
Upcoming Classes:
Check back soon for more meal master classes!
Cooking Class
When there are available seats in a class, registration will re-open the morning of the class and remain open until 10 minutes before the class starts. Classes are still filled on a first come, first serve basis.
Cooking Classes are two-hour sessions, where individuals will unlock the art of cooking through hands-on recipe preparation.
- No experience needed!
- Explore cooking challenges
- Build your skills, recipes, & confidence
Price: $20
Location: Bakke Wolf Teaching Kitchen
Upcoming Classes:
Colorful Spring Produce
Spring has sprung! Enjoy the fresh flavors of this spring as we highlight produce from this season. Join others in making Mango Salad with Zesty Lime Vinaigrette and Fresh Shrimp Spring Rolls.
Date & Time: Wednesday, April 8 @ 6 – 8pm
Pizza + Italian Salad
Need we say more? Skip the box tonight and come make your own pizza with us! From dough to sauce, everything will be made from scratch – plus you get to personalize your pie. Balance out the meal as you work in groups to make a delicious Italian Salad with homemade dressing.
Date & Time: Tuesday, April 21 @ 6 – 8pm
Meal Prep
When there are available seats in a class, registration will re-open the morning of the class and remain open until 10 minutes before the class starts. Classes are still filled on a first come, first serve basis.
Join a two-hour meal prep event to help support your nutrition goals as a busy student. Each participant prepares two recipes with multiple servings for an easy lunch or dinner during the week.
- Learn tips to make meal prep easier
- Make nutritionally complete meals
- Taste the recipes during the event
Price: $60
Location: Bakke Wolf Teaching Kitchen
Upcoming Classes:
Check back later for more meal prep classes!
Special Food Events
When there are available seats in a class, registration will re-open the morning of the class and remain open until 10 minutes before the class starts. Classes are still filled on a first come, first serve basis.
We would love to have you at one of our special food events! The Wolf Teaching Kitchen partners with other departments across campus to host events that will vary in topic, frequency, and price.
- No experience needed!
- Learn how food intersects with other components of your life
- Build your skills, recipes, & confidence
Price: $10
Location: Bakke Wolf Teaching Kitchen
Upcoming Classes:
Nutrition Mania
Nutritional Science students are here to bust nutrition myths and show you tips and tricks on specific food topics. Enjoy three unique topic sessions within this one-hour event.
Date & Time: Sunday, April 26 @ 5 – 6pm and 6:30 – 7:30pm
Cancelation & Refund Policy
Cancellations
We encourage you to cancel a class registration as soon as possible to reduce food waste and maximize the participant experience. To cancel, email nutrition@recwell.wisc.edu at least two days before the class date with the class name and class date. Canceling after that will result in a $10 late cancel/no show fee. The $10 late cancel/no show fee also applies when classes are free.
Refunds
- All refund requests must be submitted via the Refund Request Form.
- The Refund Request Form must be completed two days before the program offering date to receive a refund.
- A processing fee will be applied for all approved refunds.
- Any refund amount under $5 will not be provided.
Accommodation Statement
We are committed to offering inclusive and accessible programs. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in one of our programs, attend an event, or use our facilities, please contact us at (608) 262-0297 or accommodations@recwell.wisc.edu. All reasonable accommodation requests should be made at least 10 business days in advance. We will attempt to fulfill requests made after this date but cannot guarantee they will be met.
Room Rental or Private Event FAQs
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How do I make a reservation?
All food events must complete the Rec Well reservation request at least six weeks in advance of the desired event date. Some rentals may also need to fill out the Temporary Food Event Permit form. At a minimum, fees for renting the kitchen include an hourly room rate and at least one hourly staff rate. Due to high demand for programming, availability for kitchen rental space is extremely limited. We are currently booked for the rest of the semester, only events occurring after July 1, 2025 will be considered.
What type of events can be held in the kitchen?
We accept requests for UW-Madison student groups, and UW-Madison University departments. Requests must be for participants 18 years or older.
Click to read the Wolf Teaching Kitchen (WTK) Rental and Room Use Policies.