Why Mitchell Needs a Toy Kitchen: Cooking Up Fun and Breaking Stereotypes

I’m Ledger, a 20-year-old college student, and I want to talk about why my little buddy Mitchell, who’s just two years old, would totally benefit from having his own toy kitchen set. Now, before you roll your eyes and think toy kitchens are just for girls, let me tell you why that’s nonsense.

Mitchell usually rocks his shirt and pampers, with his paci in his mouth, looking like the cutest little chef you’ve ever seen. A toy kitchen set would be perfect for him to play with because it’s not just about cooking—it’s about imagination, learning, and having fun.

With his own kitchen set, Mitchell could “make” all kinds of foods for the crew—the bros. I’m talking about a huge variety of pretend meals that would keep him busy and entertained for hours. Here’s a list of 20 foods he could whip up:

1. Pancakes stacked high with pretend syrup

2. Spaghetti and meatballs

3. Mac and cheese, of course

4. Burgers with all the fixings

5. Hot dogs with ketchup and mustard

6. Pizza slices loaded with pretend toppings

7. Grilled cheese sandwiches

8. Chicken nuggets with dipping sauce

9. Mashed potatoes with gravy

10. Tacos with all the toppings

11. Soup served in tiny bowls

12. Salad with pretend veggies

13. French fries straight from the fryer

14. Ice cream cones with pretend sprinkles

15. Chocolate cake slices for dessert

16. Fruit smoothies in a blender

17. Fried eggs sunny side up

18. Waffles with whipped cream

19. Fish sticks with tartar sauce

20. Cupcakes decorated with pretend frosting

Playing with a toy kitchen helps Mitchell learn about different foods and how they’re “made,” even if it’s all pretend. It’s a great way for him to practice hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills while having a blast. Plus, it encourages creativity and imagination, which are super important at his age.

And seriously, toy kitchens aren’t just for girls. It’s 2025, and kids should be able to play with whatever toys they want, no matter their gender. Mitchell playing chef in his shirt and pampers, paci in mouth, making pretend food for the bros, is just as cool as any other kid playing with trucks or action figures.

So yeah, a toy kitchen set for Mitchell isn’t just a fun idea—it’s a smart one. It’s about learning, growing, and breaking down silly stereotypes. And if Mitchell gets to wear his shirt and pampers, paci in mouth, while whipping up some pretend grub for his crew, that’s just icing on the cake.