UPCOMING
SPECIALS
WHERE COMMUNITY EATS
Origins Kitchen
Make Origins Kitchen part of your visit and enjoy delicious and nutritious locally-made treats while seated in the Gaia Gallery or grab and go from our take-out window.
Origins Kitchen
Origins Kitchen believes that cooking is about using all your senses. You want to smell the food, taste it, look at it, touch it, even listen to it.
We want you to learn how to think about food, cooking, and eating in multiple ways. Once you learn how to discern for yourself, you will be freed from recipes and ingredients lists, and you will know how it feels to cook in this way—full of excitement, discovery, and even joy.
Visit our café inside The Exploration Place for fresh, locally-made treats, from coffee to soup and sandwiches, to delicious baked goods, salads, and more. We are a teaching kitchen, offering educational culinary classes and catering. Visit today to see all we have to offer and support a Northern BC non-profit organization and registered Canadian charity.
Hours
INSIDE
SUNDAY: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
MONDAY: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Limited menu
TUESDAY: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Limited menu
WEDNESDAY: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
THURSDAY: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
FRIDAY: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
SATURDAY: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
TAKEOUT WINDOW
Closed for the season
Upcoming Events, Programs, & Specials
Origins Gingerbread House
ExploreMore< Back to All Bring some holiday cheer home with our Origins Gingerbread House Kits! Designed for festive fun, each kit provides everything you need to create your very own gingerbread house. With pre-baked gingerbread pieces, icing, candy...
Cocktail Infusion Jars
Join us Sunday afternoons in the Gaia Gallery to explore the art and science of cocktail botanicals Discover the process of freeze-drying as you craft and sample your own Cocktail Infusion Jars using a variety of Origins Kitchen's in-house freeze-dried fruits and...
A Merry Morning at the Museum
December 14, 2024 9:00am - 11:00am This holiday season, join us in creating cherished family memories with a festive experience at The Exploration Place. Immerse yourself in a whimsical wonderland and enjoy the magic and nostalgia of the holiday season with...
Gingerbread Battle
Support Science and History with this unique teambuilding holiday event! Bring your team to The Exploration Place for a Gingerbread Battle! This fun and festive team-building event in our grand Gaia Gallery is perfect for adding a touch of merry to your holidays....
Origins Cookie Decorating Kits
Gather your friends, family, or coworkers and add some festive flair to your holiday season with our Origins Cookie Kits! Perfect for office parties or family gatherings, these kits come with everything you need to transform plain cookies into holiday masterpieces.
Our
Philosophy
We want to make a positive lasting impact on our community through teaching the history and value of cooking in a welcoming environment that encourages discovery and creativity.
We are here to help teach about the primacy of good quality and naturally produced ingredients. We aim to empower and teach basic nutrition education and culinary skills through hands-on cooking classes. The education we provide will give you the ability to improve your food skills, cook at home more often, and make healthy food choices. Our Kitchen is designed to induce a lifestyle change in participants’ eating behaviours through collaborative skill-building and recipe strategies for measurable health outcomes.
Explore Origins
Origins Kitchen
Catering
At Origins Kitchen, we believe that exceptional events start with extraordinary food. Our catering service is your passport to a culinary experience that’s both exquisite and memorable, adding the perfect touch to any occasion.
Crafted Culinary Excellence
Indulge your guests with a feast that tantalizes their taste buds and leaves a lasting impression. Our menu is a fusion of innovative flavours and premium ingredients, meticulously crafted to suit any event, from corporate gatherings to intimate celebrations. From buffet-style meals to sit-down dinners, appetizers to desserts, we will work with you to bring your vision to life. Our signature grazing tables are guaranteed to make a show-stopping impression.
Tailored to Perfection
We understand that each event is unique. That’s why our catering services are flexible and customizable. Whether it’s a business meeting, buffet-style luncheon, a formal sit-down dinner, or a cocktail reception, our team works closely with you to curate a menu that aligns with your vision and preferences.
Experience the Difference
With Origins Kitchen, expect not just delicious, quality food but also a seamless catering experience. Our dedicated team ensures every detail is immaculately executed, from planning to presentation, leaving you free to savour every moment of your event.
Unmatched Quality
Quality is at the heart of everything we do. From sourcing the freshest ingredients to the skilled hands behind each dish, our commitment to excellence shines through in every bite.
Making a Difference
When you choose Origins Kitchen for your event, you are supporting The Exploration Place, a Northern BC non-profit and registered charity whose goals are to preserve our local history and foster lifelong learning in the areas of science, technology, heritage, and culture.
Contact us to discuss your catering needs and let us bring exceptional flavours and impeccable service to your special occasion.
Meet the Executive Chef
Jeni Arnott
Jeni Arnott has over 20 years of experience in the food service industry.
With a passion for creativity, her award-winning kitchen skills can be recognized both locally and internationally. Jeni has spent much of her career sharing her extensive skills and knowledge with the community of Prince George. Jeni looks forward to having an impact on her community through teaching the history and value of food and cooking with Origins Kitchen.
“There is a need for a greater understanding of the nature of food. We need food to live but don’t often reflect on where our food originates. We bring food and foodways with us as we immigrate, emigrate, and migrate, generation after generation. Food is used in celebration, connecting, and creating community. Every bite we consume has history, encompassing geography, trade, economy, science, technology, and more.”