Discover the flavors of France right in Baltimore with this immersive three-week cooking series. Perfect for food enthusiasts eager to master regional dishes—join Baltimore Chef Shop for a culinary journey that elevates your skills and deepens your appreciation for French cuisine.
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Difficulty
intermediate
Duration
3 weeks (weekly sessions)
Fitness Level
No specific fitness level required, but being comfortable standing for extended periods helps
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History
Baltimore’s culinary scene has been heavily influenced by French immigrants, especially in the early 20th century, shaping its vibrant food culture today.
Conservation
Baltimore Chef Shop emphasizes locally sourced ingredients and sustainable practices, reducing its environmental footprint.
Baltimore Chef Shop
Discover the flavors of France right in Baltimore with this immersive three-week cooking series. Perfect for food enthusiasts eager to master regional dishes—join Baltimore Chef Shop for a culinary journey that elevates your skills and deepens your appreciation for French cuisine.
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.
Prep ingredients in advance
Organize your ingredients before each class to maximize hands-on time.
Focus on technique
Pay close attention to knife skills and cooking methods taught during the class.
Bring an apron and notebook
Protect your clothing and take notes for practicing recipes later.
Ask questions
Use the interactive setup to clarify techniques and ingredient choices.
Apron
Protects your clothing during hands-on cooking.
Notebook and pen
Jot down techniques and recipes to practice at home.
Sharp chef’s knives
Optional high-quality knives for refined prep work.
Kitchen towel
Keep your workspace clean and ingredients dry.