Inspiring KID experiences
Youth Summer Culinary Camps
A Delicious Adventure in Skills, Creativity, and Independence
Ages 9–18 | Weeklong & Multi-Session Camps | Sherman Oaks Galleria Campus
Give your child (or teen!) the gift of a summer filled with real kitchen confidence, bold flavors, and meaningful growth.
These aren't just cooking classes—they're immersive, hands-on experiences where kids explore ingredients, cultures, science, and life skills while creating dishes they'll proudly take home. Limited to 10 students per session for personalized attention and maximum fun. Beginner-friendly. No prior experience needed.
Explore Summer with Us!
Spots are limited. We host a maximum of 10 students per camp.
Two Age Groups, Endless Curiosity
Ages 9–12 Camps — Playful exploration, vibrant flavors, and building kitchen basics with joy and teamwork.
Ages 13–18 Teen Labs — Deeper techniques, real-world independence (grocery shopping, meal planning, entrepreneurship), and next-level creativity.
All camps at our Sherman Oaks Galleria Campus (15301 Ventura Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91403). Hands-on from start to finish—students cook complete dishes while sparking curiosity and confidence.
Who This Is For
Our Summer Camps are ideal for kids and teens who:
Love getting hands-on in the kitchen
Are curious about flavors, ingredients, and how things work
Want to build real skills like knife work, safety, and teamwork
Enjoy creating and sharing what they make
Thrive in small, thoughtful groups with personalized guidance
No prior cooking experience required. Dietary considerations can often be accommodated if shared in advance.
What Makes Life + Summer Camps Different
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Students dive in fully—prep, cook, season, plate, and taste complete dishes from scratch. Builds knife skills, kitchen safety, flavor balancing, organization, time management, and proud smiles.
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Limited to 10 students max. More individual attention, more turns at the stove, deeper learning, and stronger connections.
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From colorful ingredient explorations to global street foods and baking science—each camp emphasizes "why" behind flavors, techniques, and traditions. Teens add life skills like budgeting for profit or navigating a grocery store.
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No experience needed. We guide every step with safety first and fun always. Encourages trying new things without pressure—building a confident, honest relationship with food.
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Full payment upfront (just like top LA culinary programs) ensures your spot in these limited sessions and lets us focus on delivering an extraordinary experience with fresh ingredients and passionate instructors.
Our Summer Lineup
Ages 9–12 Weekday Camps
Monday–Friday
3:00–6:00 PM
Five-day immersion
From $625
Cooking with Colors
(June 15–19)
Explore ingredients by color for vibrant, beautiful dishes.
Better Than Takeout
June 22–26
Recreate and upgrade restaurant favorites at home.
Baking Lab
June 29–July 3
Science + fun of cookies, cakes, and more.
Culinary Tour of Asia
July 6–10
Master balance (sweet, salty, sour, umami) with Asian flavors.
Pizza and Pasta Workshop
July 13–17
Fresh dough, pasta, sauces, and pizzas from scratch.
Global Street Food
July 20–24
Bold, handheld eats from around the world.
Ages 9–12 Saturday Camps
Saturdays
10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Four-session series
From $525
Soup Lab
June 13, 20, 27, July 11
Global soups, broths, and flavor mastery.
Sweet & Savory Kitchen
July 18, 25, Aug 1, 8
Blend baking and savory for delicious contrasts.
Ages 13–18 Teen Labs
Monday–Friday
3:00–6:00 PM
Five-day deep dives
From $675
Baking for Profit
July 27–31
Baking skills + real entrepreneurship (costs, pricing, packaging).
Life Skills Kitchen
Aug 3–7
Practical independence—meal planning, grocery store visit, everyday cooking.
Ready to Join the Adventure?
Enrollment is open—spots are limited to keep classes personal and high-quality. Full tuition secures your place and gives us the green light to prep everything fresh.
Early registration recommended—secure your summer now!
What Parents Say
“My little brother is still ecstatic and is telling everyone about the classes. This was quite an experience. Please tell Marc that my parents extend their gratitude and wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving!”
Ed B., brother of participant
“I loved that it wasn’t about forcing kids to like everything. They were encouraged to try, think, and talk about what they tasted. My daughter gained so much confidence — not just in the kitchen, but in expressing herself.”
Soichi H., father of participant
