Kids Classes & Camp
Summer Camp 2025
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Global Kitchen
One-week camps for ages 8-12
9am-1pm, Mon-Fri
$695
Give your young chef a summer of discovery as they cook their way around the globe! Inspired by the fascinating tales in Gastro Obscura: A Food Adventurer’s Guide, this camp offers kids the chance to explore bold flavors, master essential culinary techniques, and uncover the awesome stories behind dishes from diverse cultures. Each day is filled with hands-on learning, from discovering how one country’s delicacy might seem unusual elsewhere to reimagining ancient recipes with a modern twist. It’s more than just a cooking camp—it’s a journey through taste, history, and creativity. Perfect for kids who love trying new things—not advised for picky eaters!
Please note: Our prices have increased slightly to accommodate for rising food and supply costs. A payment plan is available.
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Discover the ancient meals that inspired today’s favorites! Did you know pancakes and cheesecake have been enjoyed for centuries? Get ready for some delicious surprises!
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America’s frontier spirit has always pushed boundaries—including in food! Dive into the wild world of our country’s wackiest food fads and see how innovation shaped our plates.
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From medieval feasts to the elegance of nouvelle cuisine, explore Europe’s vibrant and delicious food history!
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Asian cuisine has been shaping the culinary world since the first millennium! Take a journey through time to uncover the tools, techniques, and flavors that have evolved over centuries.
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Latin cuisine is rich with history, tradition, and incredible diversity. Embark on a culinary adventure from Argentina to Peru and experience the global impact of Latin flavors.
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Eating spiders or century-old eggs might not sound appetizing, but this week, we’re diving into some of the world’s most unusual—and surprisingly delicious—dishes. (Don’t worry, no bugs or ancient eggs on the menu!)
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Saturday, February 22: 11am to 1pm
Calling all junior chefs for a chili-making extravaganza! Chef Lila and Chef Karen will guide kids (ages 7+) through chopping veggies, blending spices, and simmering up the perfect pot of chili—and they’ll also make a delicious cornbread to go with it—all just in time for the Maplewood Chili Cookoff* the very next day! This hands-on class gives young chefs the chance to craft a chili worthy of the town’s tastiest tradition and is a great way for them to join in on the cookoff weekend excitement!
*Visit maplewoodchilicookoff.com for more information about this separate event; tickets for the cookoff go on sale February 1 and sell out fast!
$75 per person (kids class; ages 7-18)
Seasonal Cooking: Winter
Our kids cooking classes return as the seasons change. Winter offers a bounty of cold-weather favorites like squash, broccoli, carrots, leeks, spinach, and more—perfect for hearty stews, soups, and cozy dinners. Winter Session 1 is in progress, but Winter into Spring (Feb. 16-Mar. 23) will be available here on January 27. (Sign up for our mailing list above to be notified when registration is open!)
Our Classes
Please note: we do not offer trial classes. You must register your child for the full semester.
We cannot provide refunds, transfers, or makeup sessions for classes missed because of illness, personal emergencies or events beyond our control.
Additionally, fostering a safe learning environment for our students is our number one priority. Therefore, Kitchen Table reserves the right to remove any student who is a part of a situation that presents itself as unsafe for that student, other students, or our team. No refunds or make-up classes will be offered to students who are removed from class for behavioral issues. However, the student is welcome back after corrected behavior.
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This class is specially designed to encourage toddlers to explore the creative side of cooking. Their senses are used to identify foods through tasting, touching, and smelling. In addition, we introduce proper kitchen hygiene and advance children’s fine and gross motor skills through measuring, stirring, and kneading. They will be amazed to watch ingredients come together and become something wonderful to eat. Adult chaperone participation is required.
Ages 2
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Children will experience a fun, hands-on approach to cooking in this 1-hour drop-off class taught by a trained chef. We encourage children to try new foods while they create a recipe from scratch to take home and share with the family. By the end of the six weeks, your child will take home a cookbook so you can whip up the recipes at home!
Ages 3-5
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Children will explore recipes with a wide variety of fresh ingredients and learn how to make healthy, balanced choices.
Our hands-on approach to cooking naturally promotes pre-math, science, and literacy skills
Ages 6-8
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This class is especially designed for elementary-aged students who are ready to handle more mature responsibilities in the kitchen such as working with sharp knifes and kitchen equipment. They will learn to work independently and in groups to create a recipe to take home and share with family. Recommended for children who have participated in our summer cooking camps.
Ages 9-11
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This is a one and a half-hour advanced class for serious students in middle and high school looking to learn culinary techniques and knife skills. Each week will focus on recipes that highlight a specific technique.
Note: A waiver must be signed by a legal guardian.
This class is for students in middle school.
Allergy-Friendly Kitchen
We are a nut-free kitchen. However, due to the frequent use of ingredients like flour, eggs, and dairy, and the family-style sharing nature of many events, some severe allergies may not be fully accommodated. Please contact us in advance of booking to discuss your needs. Substitutions, if possible, will incur an additional charge. If a class doesn’t work for you, please consider another or suggest future classes that would! We're always open to feedback.
We are vegetarian friendly.