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Super Nutritious Pancakes

By Chef Maria Cummins

Course
breakfast
Cuisine
american
Servings
8

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup rolled oats (semi-blended)
  • 2 tablespoon flax seed
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups milk or almond
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup berries or bananas
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Lightly spoon the flours into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine flour, oats, and next 4 ingredients (through salt) in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk. Combine milk, and egg in a medium bowl, stirring until well blended. Add milk mixture to flour mixture, stirring until well combined. Let batter stand 5 minutes.
  2. Heat a nonstick griddle or skillet over medium heat; coat pan with cooking spray. Pour about 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto pan; sprinkle each with 2 teaspoons raisins and 2 teaspoons walnuts. Cook 1 minute or until tops are covered with bubbles and edges look cooked. Carefully turn pancakes over, and cook 1 minute or until bottoms are lightly browned. Repeat procedure with remaining batter. Serve with syrup

Chef Maria Cummins

Born in Venezuela, Maria Cummins discovered her deep-rooted passion for food from an early age. Her culinary journey led her to Lima, Peru, where she immersed herself in the rich secrets of Peruvian gastronomy during part of her childhood. In her early twenties, she embarked on a new chapter by coming to the United States and delving into the Hospitality Industry in Boston, Massachusetts.

Maria's culinary adventure continued as she relocated to San Diego, California, where she made her mark by opening the renowned El Tucan Restaurant. Her extensive travels and diverse experiences greatly influenced her innovative culinary style, shaping the unique approach she is celebrated for today.

During her time in San Diego, Chef Maria not only honed her culinary skills but also gained a profound understanding of the importance of nutrition, particularly through the use of organic and unprocessed ingredients.

Today, Maria Cummins is the proud owner, founder, and head chef of the Real Food Academy, a culinary haven nestled in the vibrant city of Miami. Here, both kids and adults come together every week to share the joy of connecting through the power of Real Food and Real Fun!

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  • RMHC South Florida

    Chef Toni and Carmen are awesome! If you have not visited here are truly missing out. This place is awesome! Thank you!!
  • Edwin Ramos

    Amazing experience, amazing night! Chef Toni and Carmen were amazing! Great group time!
  • Hanna Kleinhans

    Very fun, taught me how to cook pasta, caprese, and pizza!
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    Great experience. Tony leading the experience was the best. Carmen’ support was amazing
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  • Phong Vu

    What a great time to spend with friends and colleagues - Chef Toni and Carmen did such a great job prepping, teaching, and guiding us through the super delicious recipes (empanadas, ceviche, paella).
  • Daniel Brown

    What an amazing experience. Tony was the greatest teacher and chef. Carmen helped out so much. I would recommend to all my friends and colleagues. Great for a group event. And there’s food to take home!
  • Caitlin Larson

    Carmen and Toni were fantastic - the food and the experience was 10/10
  • Juancarlos Zamorano

    Chef Toni and her staff did a great job! Absolutely fantastic experience! The group cooking class was fun, engaging, and incredibly well organized. The instructor was knowledgeable, patient, and made sure everyone felt involved regardless of skill level. The recipes were easy to follow yet impressive, and the ingredients were fresh and high quality. I loved the collaborative atmosphere—great energy, lots of laughs, and a delicious meal at the end that we all created together. Highly recommend this class for team outings, friends, or anyone looking for a unique and memorable experience!
  • Margo Adam

    We did my 7-yr old's birthday here. It was such a hit with girls and boys. It's a beautiful space with natural light. The cooking area is right in the center so the parents could sit back and watch while the kids enjoyed the cooking activities. Chef Paulo was great with the kids, keep them entertained and in line. Highly recommend!
  • Robert Swift

    I went there for a company party, and the experience was great. We had the place all to ourselves and we really enjoyed preparing our own food. It had high quality food that was exciting to create and eat. Highly recommended if you want a great time with friends and to learn a bit about cooking!
  • Jesse

    It was great! We had a lot of fun cooking different types of Italian food and learning the production process! The food was also tasty, I especially enjoyed the pizza we made, 5/5 stars!
  • Diana Ferrer

    The best culinary experience ever!
  • Richard Parraga

    Five stars all around for Real Food Academy Miami! Real Food Academy is an absolute gem in Miami. The programs are thoughtfully designed, engaging, and genuinely educational, blending nutrition, creativity, and hands-on learning in a way that kids truly love. The instructors are warm, knowledgeable, and incredibly patient, creating a welcoming environment where children feel confident and excited to learn. What really sets Real Food Academy apart is its commitment to teaching healthy habits in a fun, age-appropriate, and empowering way. The focus on real, whole foods and practical life skills makes a lasting impact—not just on the kids, but on families as a whole. You can tell there is so much intention and care behind everything they do. If you’re looking for a program that nurtures curiosity, independence, and a positive relationship with food, Real Food Academy is outstanding. Highly recommend!
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    Great fun evening cooking experience!
  • Cassandra Felix

    Cooking class with Tony was really fun. As my first time trying the cooking class with her , she was really patient, sweet, and personal. Great conversations, met amazing new people, and my food was delicious 🤤
  • Allen D

    I had a wonderful time, the food tasted great. The instructor Tony was very nice and helpful
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    Wow- What a FUNN activity to do with a friend or on a date!!! Came with my boyfriend and we had the best time. Made Korean Bibimbap with Chef Toni & everything was so simple to make but sooo delicious. And there is SO much food, I left absolutely stuffed and still had leftovers :D Will definitely be coming back for different meals!

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No. All Payments and Deposits are non-refundable: When a payment or deposit is made, that day and time is no longer available to other customers on our calendar. For that reason, all payments and deposits are non-refundable.

In the case of a cooking class, the ingredients are shopped for and prepped in advance. Staff is also scheduled according to the number of people on the roster.

See our Wine and Beer list for your in-house kids party options. Optionally, you can bring your own wine or beer and page a corkage fee.

Corkage Fees

  • $15 per 750 ml bottle of wine
  • $30 per 1.5 L bottle of wine

Bring outside beer: $40 for beer (any quantity)

We love it when our customers decorate our place. That said, you have no idea how difficult it is to clean these types of things up. As far as noisemakers go......you will be glad you left them at home as well. So please do not bring any of those things.

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Give your kids a winter break they'll never forget with our fun and interactive cooking camp! At The Real Food Academy's Cooking With Kids Winter Camp, each child will create delicious meals using whole ingredients through hands-on cooking experiences. It's the perfect way to inspire a lifelong love for cooking and healthy eating!

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