Join Baltimore Chef Shop’s teen summer camp for a week of advanced cooking skills and international flavors. Explore recipes from Japan to Mexico while mastering kitchen essentials in a fun, safe environment.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5–7 hours per day
Fitness Level
Participants should have average physical fitness as the camp involves standing, chopping, and light kitchen activity throughout the day.
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History
Baltimore has a rich culinary history influenced by diverse immigrant communities, making it an ideal city for multicultural food experiences.
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Baltimore Chef Shop
Join Baltimore Chef Shop’s teen summer camp for a week of advanced cooking skills and international flavors. Explore recipes from Japan to Mexico while mastering kitchen essentials in a fun, safe environment.
Baltimore Chef Shop is a Baltimore, Maryland culinary studio offering hands-on cooking classes, week-long teen camps, and ingredient kits for home preparation. The shop specializes in collaborative, skill-building experiences that range from 3-hour Parent and Me sessions to week-long Around the World teen camps. Classes include Parent and Me: Baking Basics, Parent and Me: Sushi, Parent and Me: Pies, Couples Cook: Sushi, Couples Cook: Regional Mexican Cuisine, Classic Italian Desserts, Hearty Seasonal Soups, Summer Party Desserts, and a Café Brunch ingredients kit. Students learn foundational techniques such as knife skills, pastry methods, and kitchen safety while preparing recipes like biscuits, scones, muffins, key lime pie, brown-butter peach upside-down cake, roasted butternut squash soup, coconut lentil soup, cannoli, tiramisu, and sushi. Pastry chefs lead focused dessert workshops and all equipment is provided for select classes like sushi. Many classes run approximately three hours; kits and some experiences may be shorter. Sessions culminate in sit-down meals or opportunities to take creations home, and participants are often invited to bring a favorite beverage. Programs accommodate young chefs aged 8–17 in Parent and Me formats and offer teen-focused summer camps exploring global cuisines. Baltimore Chef Shop emphasizes a safe, supportive learning environment appropriate for beginners through advanced home cooks. The shop’s mix of classes, camps, and kits makes it a practical choice for families, couples, and teens seeking immersive culinary education in Baltimore.
Reservations are available through the Baltimore Chef Shop website or by contacting the studio directly for class schedules and gift options.
Location
Baltimore, MD
Classes held in Baltimore, Maryland
Young Chefs
Ages 8–17
Parent-and-Me classes for kids and guardians
Class Lengths
1–3 hours
Hands-on sessions and ingredient kits vary
Experiences Offered
11 unique classes
Cooking classes, camps, and ingredient kits
See class schedules, check age requirements, and secure a spot in a hands-on workshop, teen camp, or ingredient kit experience.
Arrive Prepared with Comfortable Clothing
Wear comfortable clothes that can handle spills and allow easy movement in the kitchen.
Practice Knife Safety Daily
Pay close attention during knife skills lessons and always use cut-resistant gloves if provided.
Stay Hydrated
Make sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay energized and focused.
Ask Questions and Engage
The camp encourages curiosity—don’t hesitate to ask chefs about cooking techniques or ingredients.
Non-slip kitchen shoes
Ensure safety and comfort during long hours standing and moving in the kitchen.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated, especially during warm summer days of camp activities.
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Apron
Protect clothing and stay comfortable while cooking.
Notebook and pen
Keep track of recipes, tips, and culinary insights shared during the camp.