easy
3 hours
Suitable for all fitness levels, no strenuous activity involved
Join a fun-filled family cooking class in Baltimore and master the art of Cantonese Dim Sum. Perfect for all ages, this hands-on experience creates lasting memories and delicious bites.
Ages 8+ • 3 hours
Join a fun-filled 3-hour cooking class where young chefs and their parents explore the art of Cantonese Dim Sum! Learn to create delicious bite-sized dishes like Shaomai, Shrimp Dumplings, and Spring Rolls. This hands-on experience fosters teamwork and culinary skills, making it a memorable bonding adventure in the kitchen.
3 hours
A class for young chefs and their parents to work together. This class introduces a wide range of Asian cooking techniques and tools as we will focus on the popular Cantonese style of cooking: Dim Sum. These are traditionally small bite-sized dishes featuring a range of meats, seafoods, and vegetables. We will learn to make: Shaomai (steamed pork dumplings in a thin wheat flour wrapper); Steamed Shrimp Dumplings; Vegetable Spring Rolls; and Fortune Cookies.
How to Reschedule If you need to reschedule for any reason, please notify us either by phone at (443) 869-5121 or by email at kitchen@baltimorechefshop.com.
Non-Refund Policy Please note that, due to limited space, we have a strict no refunds policy. This includes any client cancellations due to COVID or any other illness. Unfortunately, COVID has become a part of daily life for everyone. We trust that all clients who book with us are aware of the potential that they may need to cancel their reservation due to their own illness or due to exposure to someone with COVID and have weighed that possibility prior to signing up for their non-refundable class.
Drinks Water with citrus is provided for all classes and you are welcome to bring an alternative beverage to enjoy with your creations. .
Kitchen Attire All equipment, ingredients, and aprons are provided by us. As a safety consideration, we ask that you wear close-toed shoes. It's advisable to pull back long hair and to avoid wearing dangling jewelry.
Age Restrictions Parent and Me classes are designed for minors ages 8-17. For safety purposes, kids age 7 and under are not permitted in the kitchens.
Allergies As our menu-based classes are collaborative, altering the recipe for a particular aversion or allergy means that the other clients are not able to enjoy the dish as it is meant to be prepared. Since this is meant to be a fun learning environment, we strongly suggest that you select a menu that accommodates your particular allergies.
Please be advised that, in the case of severe nut or gluten allergies, we are not a nut-free nor gluten-free kitchen and cross contamination from other classes cannot be safely avoided.
COVID Safety Baltimore Chef Shop adheres to all Baltimore City COVID mandates.
Guests may request to take their food home at the end of the class if they do not wish to dine indoors. We will have to-go containers for your convenience.
Gather all ingredients before class to save time and stay engaged.
Encourage children to participate actively for a more memorable experience.
Pay close attention to cooking techniques taught by the chef for best results.
Share your dim sum creations with family after class for maximum fun.
Baltimore has a rich maritime history, once serving as a major port for trade and immigration.
Baltimore Chef Shop emphasizes using locally sourced ingredients, supporting sustainable practices in culinary education.
Keeps clothes clean during hands-on cooking.
Allows free movement and comfort while cooking.
Perfect for jotting down recipes and tips.
Great for bringing home leftovers or ingredients.