Join Baltimore Chef Shop for a fun, interactive 3-hour course where you’ll learn to create flaky, seasonally inspired pies from scratch. Perfect for bakers of all levels, this hands-on class brings the best of spring and summer flavors to your kitchen skills.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
No special physical fitness required; suitable for all skill levels.
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History
Baltimore’s culinary scene is influenced by diverse cultures, blending traditional American recipes with innovative twists.
Conservation
Baltimore Chef Shop supports sustainable ingredient sourcing by partnering with local farms and minimizing food waste in their workshops.
Baltimore Chef Shop
Join Baltimore Chef Shop for a fun, interactive 3-hour course where you’ll learn to create flaky, seasonally inspired pies from scratch. Perfect for bakers of all levels, this hands-on class brings the best of spring and summer flavors to your kitchen 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 on time
This 3-hour class starts promptly, so arrive a few minutes early to get settled and ready to bake.
Wear comfortable clothing
Dress in casual, comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting flour on during the baking process.
Bring an apron if you have one
While aprons are often provided, bringing your own helps you feel more comfortable and protected.
Be prepared for hands-on activities
This is a fully interactive experience, so be ready to roll dough, fill pies, and work closely with your partner.
Apron
Protects your clothes from flour and filling spills during baking.
Comfortable shoes
You’ll be standing for a few hours, so comfortable shoes keep you at ease.
Notebook and pen
Helpful for jotting down recipes and baking tips from the instructor.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated, especially during the warmer months in the kitchen environment.
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