Discover the vibrant flavors of Spain with this hands-on tapas cooking class in Baltimore. Perfect for food lovers eager to learn authentic recipes and improve their culinary skills.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness level required, just comfort and curiosity
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Baltimore Chef Shop
Discover the vibrant flavors of Spain with this hands-on tapas cooking class in Baltimore. Perfect for food lovers eager to learn authentic recipes and improve their culinary skills.
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 early
Arrive 15 minutes before the class starts to settle in and meet fellow participants.
Bring an apron
Wear comfortable clothing and consider bringing an apron to stay clean during food prep.
Participate actively
Engage fully in each step to maximize learning and enjoyment.
Ask questions
Inquire about techniques or ingredients for a richer experience.
Apron
Keeps your clothes clean while cooking.
Comfortable shoes
Suitable footwear helps during active cooking.
Notebook and pen
Useful for jotting down recipes or tips.
Kitchen towel
Helpful for cleaning hands or surfaces.