VERO BEACH COOKING CLASS FIELD GUIDE
Cook & Connect in Vero Beach: An Afternoon of DIY Ice Cream Sundaes with Chef Stacy Maple
A hands-on, family-friendly cooking session at the Environmental Learning Center where participants build their own ice cream sundaes and frozen treats—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan for the 1.5-hour event.
Cook & Connect in Vero Beach: An Afternoon of DIY Ice Cream Sundaes with Chef Stacy Maple.
Beat the Florida heat and mark the start of the school year with a relaxed, sweet-focused afternoon in Vero Beach. Hosted by Chef Stacy Maple at the Environmental Learning Center, the session centers on do-it-yourself ice cream sundaes and frozen treats, designed as a family outing that leaves participants with full bellies, warm memories and new recipes to share.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
DIY Ice Cream Sundaes & Frozen Treats
The core of the experience is hands-on creation: families make their own ice cream sundaes and frozen confections under Chef Stacy Maple’s guidance, a sweet way to cool off and celebrate back-to-school.
A Casual, Family-Focused Afternoon
Framed as a family outing, the event emphasizes shared activity and memory-making—an accessible, social way to mark the new school year together.
Led by Chef Stacy Maple at the Environmental Learning Center
Chef Stacy Maple guides the session at the Environmental Learning Center in Vero Beach, framing the class as a community-oriented culinary activity for families.
What the day feels like
What the Afternoon Feels Like
Expect a relaxed, 1.5-hour, hands-on class where families gather to assemble and enjoy frozen treats. The format centers on participants creating their own sundaes and frozen desserts alongside Chef Stacy Maple, capped by shared tasting and the conviviality of a back-to-school social.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this session fits—and why.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The session runs for 1.5 hours, making it a short, standalone afternoon activity.
The program is offered by the Environmental Learning Center in Vero Beach, Florida.
The event is a hands-on cooking session for families; the core focus is creating and enjoying frozen treats—participants should bring any personal necessities for children and plan to participate in food preparation.
For operational details, schedules and any specific participant needs, consult the Environmental Learning Center directly.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Cook & Connect ice cream social?
The session lasts 1.5 hours.
Who leads the class?
The event is led by Chef Stacy Maple.
What will participants do during the session?
Families create their own ice cream sundaes and frozen treats in a hands-on afternoon of DIY dessert-making.
Where does the event take place?
The program takes place in Vero Beach at the Environmental Learning Center.
Who is the session intended for?
The session is presented as a family outing and described as fun for all ages, aimed at families celebrating the start of the school year.