Join Baltimore Chef Shop for a private, hands-on class where you’ll learn to create classic Italian desserts like cannoli and tiramisu. Perfect for dessert lovers seeking a fun and flavorful adventure!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
No physical fitness requirements; suitable for all ages and abilities.
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History
Baltimore has a rich Italian-American heritage reflected in its culinary scene, especially in the Little Italy neighborhood.
Conservation
Baltimore Chef Shop promotes sustainable ingredient sourcing and minimizes food waste to support local farms and reduce environmental impact.
Baltimore Chef Shop
Join Baltimore Chef Shop for a private, hands-on class where you’ll learn to create classic Italian desserts like cannoli and tiramisu. Perfect for dessert lovers seeking a fun and flavorful adventure!
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.
Bring Your Favorite Beverage
Feel free to bring a drink to enjoy during the sit-down meal portion of the class, enhancing your tasting experience.
Wear Comfortable Clothes
Choose comfortable clothing that you don’t mind getting a little flour or chocolate on during the hands-on cooking session.
Arrive 10 Minutes Early
Arriving a bit early allows you to settle in and meet the pastry chefs before the class starts promptly.
Allergy Notifications
Notify Baltimore Chef Shop ahead of time if you have allergies to nuts, gluten, or dairy to accommodate your needs.
Apron
Protect your clothes during the messy and fun dessert-making process.
Comfortable, Closed-Toe Shoes
Keep your feet protected while standing in the kitchen throughout the class.
Notebook and Pen
Useful for jotting down recipes, tips, and techniques during the class.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated, especially during warmer months when humidity can be higher.
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