Join a fun, interactive cooking class in Baltimore designed for kids and parents to create classic Italian desserts together. Mix, bake, and bond over cannoli, tiramisu, and biscotti in a hands-on 3-hour experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
No physical fitness requirements; suitable for families including children aged 8-17 and adults.
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History
Baltimore has a rich culinary heritage influenced by various immigrant communities, including Italian-American culture.
Conservation
The Baltimore Chef Shop emphasizes sustainable sourcing, supporting local farmers and encouraging minimal waste practices during classes.
Baltimore Chef Shop
Join a fun, interactive cooking class in Baltimore designed for kids and parents to create classic Italian desserts together. Mix, bake, and bond over cannoli, tiramisu, and biscotti in a hands-on 3-hour experience.
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.
Wear comfortable clothing
Dress in comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting a little messy during baking.
Arrive early for prep
Arriving 10-15 minutes early helps you settle in and get acquainted with the kitchen setup.
Communicate dietary restrictions
Inform the instructor ahead if you have allergies or dietary preferences to customize your experience.
Bring an appetite
Plan to enjoy tasting your creations at the end, so come ready to indulge.
Apron
Protect your clothes from flour and ingredients while baking.
Closed-toe shoes
Wear shoes that protect your feet in the kitchen environment.
Notebook and pen
Bring these to jot down tips and recipes from the instructor.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during the class, especially for kids.
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