About this Course

This hands-on culinary camp is designed to meet young learners where they are—whether they’re just beginning or already curious about the kitchen. We start with dough, a fun and tactile gateway into cooking. Campers will explore the textures and techniques of shaping dough while making delicious global favorites like dumplings, samosas, pupusas, or arepas. Each student gets to choose which dish they’d like to learn, encouraging ownership and creativity. For older participants (around age 13), we introduce basic knife skills in a safe, guided environment. Every dish we prepare is shared together, and students take turns preparing simple, nourishing sides like broths, rice, soups, or salads—with support from the instructor. Campers will also explore: Pizza-making and bread fermentation (including sourdough) Cookie baking—because childhood is the perfect time to enjoy them! Cooking beans and lentils in a variety of flavorful ways Making spring rolls and experimenting with tofu This camp is all about sparking curiosity and joy in the kitchen. We focus on how food—especially vegetables and spices—can be both nourishing and healing. Along the way, we explore the cultural roots and stories behind the dishes we make, helping students connect with food on a deeper level. In addition to culinary and baking skills, we also introduce the importance of gardening when possible, showing how food grows and why it matters. Materials Fee: $50. Instructor: Areperia831