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Kids' and Teens Cooking Classes
We place more emphasis on food in our families these days. We want to know where our food is coming from, we know we should be able to pronounce each ingredient on the nutritional label and frozen dinners just don't cut it anymore. More parents are realizing that teaching their kids to cook helps prepare them for the future. Enrolling your child in a kid or teen cooking class or camp at The Chopping Block bring them one step closer.
Each kids' and teens' cooking class or camp includes a hands-on lesson on ingredients, sanitation, organization and cooking techniques.
All Kids & Teen Camps are held at Lincoln Square. If you have a serious teen cook, we recommend our Teen Boot Camp classes.
Kids Mini Camp: Baking and Pastry
We welcome kids ages 7 to 11 to join us for a three-day mini camp featuring baking and pastry techniques that can easily be recreated at home for friends and family. We will focus on following recipes, proper measuring, classic techniques, presentation, working cleanly and safely in the kitchen, and exploring new flavors.
Day 1: Quick Breads and Short Pastry
- Mini Lemon Pound Cakes with Vanilla Glaze
- Banana Bread Muffins with Chocolate Frosting
- Chocolate Chip Scones
Day 2: French Pastry
- Cream Puffs with Pastry Cream
- Chocolate Mousse
- Cinnamon-Sugar Palmier Cookies
Day 3: Fruit Desserts
- Apple-Oatmeal Cookies
- Mixed Berry Pavlova with Whipped Cream
- Individual Peach Cobblers
- Cherry Turnovers with Puff Pastry
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Kids Camp: Global Cuisine
We welcome kids ages 7 to 11 to join us for a five-day camp, featuring hands-on cooking, learning and lots of eating! We will focus on cuisines and ingredients from around the world, following recipes, classic techniques, presentation, working cleanly and safely in the kitchen, and exploring new foods and flavors.
Day 1: Mexico
- Guacamole with Homemade Tortilla Chips
- Chicken Enchiladas with Roasted Salsa Roja
- Individual Tres Leches Cake with Strawberries
Day 2: Italy
- Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons
- Individual Neapolitan Pizzas
- Summer Berry Crostata with Gelato
Day 3: France
- Croque Monsieur (Ham and Gruyere Cheese Griddled Sandwich)
- Roasted Potatoes with Creamy Herb Dipping Sauce
- Lemon Pot de Crème with Raspberries
Day 4: Japan
- Steamed Pork Dumplings with Soy Dipping Sauce
- Homemade Ramen Noodles with Miso-Soy Broth
- Matcha-Sesame Cookies
Day 5: Spain
- Bacon-Wrapped Dates
- Black Bean and Cheese Empanadas
- Baked Goat Cheese in Tomato Sauce with Grilled Bread
- Arroz con Leche (Rice Pudding with Cinnamon and Vanilla)
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Teen Camp: Baking and Pastry
We welcome kids ages 12 to 16 to join us for a five-day camp, featuring approachable-yet- sophisticated desserts that can easily be recreated at home. We will focus on classic and modern techniques, proper measuring, organization, presentation, working cleanly and safely in the kitchen and creativity.
Day 1: Quick Breads and Short Pastry
- Cinnamon Roll Coffee Cake with Streusel Topping
- Lemon-Blueberry Scones with Lemon Glaze
- Peach-Vanilla Bars
- Sesame-Garlic Bread Sticks
- Homemade Pie Dough
Day 2: French Pastry Techniques
- Crêpes Suzette
- Eclairs with Pastry Cream and Chocolate Sauce
- Tart Normande Aux Pommes (Apple Custard Tart)
Day 3: Dough Day
- Cinnamon-Sugar Babka
- Zeppole (Ricotta-Lemon Fritters)
- Cream Cheese and Fruit Danishes with Puff Pastry
- Focaccia with Pesto and Oven-Dried Tomatoes
Day 4: Chocolate Desserts
- Chocolate Ganache Tart
- Chocolate-Toffee Cookies
- Chocolate Crème Brûlée
- White Chocolate Blondies
Day 5: Fruit Desserts
- Passion Fruit Cupcakes with Passion Fruit Curd Filling and Coconut Frosting
- Pavlova with Strawberries and Cream
- Banana ‘Nilla Pudding
- Summer Berry Crostata with Homemade Pie Dough
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