Ages 8+ • 3 hours
Discover Baltimore’s sweetest hands-on class where parents and kids team up to master chocolate making. Perfect for families craving a creative indoor activity during their visit.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical exertion; suitable for most fitness levels
Wildlife
History
Baltimore’s rich culinary heritage includes historic chocolate companies dating back to the 19th century, influencing local artisan chocolate culture today.
Conservation
The class uses sustainable, ethically sourced chocolate whenever possible, supporting fair trade practices and environmental responsibility.
Baltimore Chef Shop
Ages 8+ • 3 hours
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 an apron or wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy
Chocolate making can be messy; protect your clothes to stay comfortable throughout the class.
Arrive a few minutes early to settle in
Get acquainted with your workspace and instructor for a smooth start to your chocolate adventure.
Wear comfortable shoes for standing
This 3-hour class involves standing at workstations, so shoes with good support help maintain comfort.
Keep your phone camera handy
Capture your chocolate creations and teamwork moments to share your sweet memories later.
Apron
Protects your clothes from chocolate and ingredients during the hands-on session.
Comfortable shoes
Supportive footwear helps during the standing portions of the workshop.
Reusable container
Bring to safely transport your handmade chocolates home.
Notebook and pen
Optional for those who want to jot down recipes or chocolate tempering tips.