Elevate your baking with Baltimore Chef Shop’s engaging 6-week series. Perfect for aspiring pastry chefs, this hands-on course covers everything from basic doughs to French pastry techniques in a welcoming setting.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6 weeks (one session per week)
Fitness Level
No specific fitness required, just a willingness to get hands-on and learn
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History
Baltimore Chef Shop has been a staple in the local culinary scene since 2005, fostering community and culinary education.
Conservation
The shop emphasizes sustainable sourcing and reduces waste by using eco-friendly packaging and local ingredients whenever possible.
Baltimore Chef Shop
Elevate your baking with Baltimore Chef Shop’s engaging 6-week series. Perfect for aspiring pastry chefs, this hands-on course covers everything from basic doughs to French pastry techniques in a welcoming setting.
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.
Ingredient Preparation
Pre-measure and organize ingredients before each session for smooth class flow.
Equipment Check
Bring your own rolling pin and pastry brushes to customize your experience.
Ask Questions
Instructors encourage questions—don’t hesitate to seek clarification on techniques.
Practice Between Classes
Revisit recipes at home to reinforce skills and test new recipes.
Apron
Protect your clothes from flour and pastry fillings.
Measuring spoons and cups
Ensure precise ingredient measurements for consistent results.
Pastry brushes
Helpful for glazing and decorating baked goods.
Notebook and pen
Take notes on techniques and recipes for future reference.