Discover southern brunch favorites in a fun cooking class in Baltimore! Learn skills and recipes for dishes like chicken fried steak and buttermilk biscuits.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable standing for a few hours and moving around the kitchen but no special fitness level is required.
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History
Baltimore's culinary scene blends influences from southern and mid-Atlantic traditions reflecting its role as a historical port city.
Conservation
Baltimore Chef Shop promotes sustainability by sourcing local ingredients and minimizing food waste during classes.
Baltimore Chef Shop
Discover southern brunch favorites in a fun cooking class in Baltimore! Learn skills and recipes for dishes like chicken fried steak and buttermilk biscuits.
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
Being punctual ensures you catch all the cooking instructions and demonstrations without missing out.
Wear Comfortable Clothing
Opt for comfortable, breathable clothes as cooking involves standing and moving for a couple of hours.
Ask Questions
Don’t hesitate to ask the chef for tips or recipe variations to make the experience more interactive.
Bring an Appetite
Come hungry to fully enjoy tasting the delicious dishes you create during the class.
Apron
Protect your clothes while cooking and handling ingredients.
Closed-toe Shoes
Ensures safety and comfort while standing and moving in the kitchen.
Notebook and Pen
Handy for jotting down recipes and cooking tips during the class.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated, especially during warmer months while cooking indoors.
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