What’s Cooking Omari? is a lively children’s cooking show that follows young chef Omari McQueen as he prepares simple, tasty plant-based meals to inspire other kids to get creative in the kitchen. The episodes are short and energetic, typically around seven minutes and each one features Omari whipping up different dishes, from banana smoothies to popcorn with fun seasonings.
Omari McQueen, the host of What’s Cooking Omari?, first gained attention as a young, passionate vegan chef and entrepreneur who began cooking at a very early age and developed a strong online following for his plant-based recipes. At just 12 years old when the show launched, Omari was celebrated as one of the UK’s youngest TV chefs, bringing warmth, creativity, and infectious enthusiasm to his cooking segments.
Across the series, viewers join Omari in his family kitchen where he often involves his siblings as he demonstrates easy-to-follow recipes that are healthy, fun to make, and designed to appeal to young tastes. While the primary focus is on plant-based cooking, the show also weaves in humour, family dynamics, and seasonal food ideas that broaden its appeal.
The series celebrates diversity and enjoyment in food, showcasing how plant-based meals can be both delicious and nutritious, while also encouraging kids to think creatively about flavours and combinations. The upbeat pace and relatable setting make each show feel like a friendly cooking session rather than a formal programme.
Beyond the recipes themselves, the programme subtly reinforces positive messages about healthy eating and inclusivity, making it more than just a cooking show, it’s a gentle nudge toward curiosity about food and self-expression through cooking. While the episodes are brief, the variety of dishes and the fun atmosphere keep audiences engaged and often leave them eager to try the recipes at home.
