Young Chefs Culinary Week (Ages 9-14)

Camp Hours
Monday - Wednesday & Friday: 9 am - 4 pm

*Early drop off 8:30am

Thursday 10am - 6pm

**Early drop off on Thursday - 9am

- On Thursday, campers will prepare and serve dinner for their families. Dinner will take place from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.

A Week of Culinary Adventure & Skill-Building

Each day, campers will engage in hands-on cooking activities and enjoy lunch featuring some of the dishes they’ve prepared.

The program throughout the week includes the following:

Knife Skills & Kitchen Safety:
Learn safe handling of knives and kitchen tools while mastering chopping, slicing, and dicing - building confidence and independence.*Safety gloves provided for each camper. 

Pasta & Sauce Creations:
Create fresh pasta from scratch and pair it with homemade sauces, learning the basics of flavour, timing, and presentation.

Bread & Dough Fundamentals:
Understand the science of yeast and dough, knead, shape, and bake bread while developing patience and focus.

Culinary Classics:
Explore soups, salads, and signature main dishes from around the world, discovering how to balance flavours and textures.

Desserts & Plating:
Craft delicious desserts and learn plating techniques that make meals look as amazing as they taste.

Family Feast Thursday:
On Thursday, campers arrive at 10 am for an extended day of prep, organization, and teamwork. They’ll plan, cook, and host a 6 pm sit-down dinner for their families - showcasing the skills, creativity, and confidence they’ve gained all week.

• If families cannot attend, campers will be sent home with take-out containers of their creations.

• Pickup remains at 6 pm.

  
  

Why Choose Chocolate Tales Summer Camp?

Life Skills & Confidence: Every activity is designed to teach real-world skills, from kitchen independence to teamwork and problem-solving.

Expert Facilitators: Our experienced team ensures a safe, engaging, and educational environment with CPR and First Aid certifications.

Balanced Fun: Hands-on cooking is paired with outdoor activities and team challenges to foster friendships and personal growth.

Safe & Welcoming Environment: Hosted at our Hamilton studio (430 York Blvd.), following strict safety protocols.

Flexible Family Pricing: $625 per week for one child, $575 per week for additional siblings from the same household.

Additional Details

Campers bring their own snacks Monday through Thursday. Lunch is provided daily at camp using the dishes they create.

No prior cooking experience is required – just curiosity, creativity, and a love for food.

Recipe sheet take-home included at the end of the week.

Spaces are limited - secure your child’s spot today! Sign up online or contact us directly to register.

We can’t wait to see your child grow into a confident young chef, mastering kitchen skills and life skills, and hosting their very own Family Feast!

*IMPORTANT*Our facility is peanut-free, tree nut–free, and sesame seed–free. We kindly ask that any food sent to camp complies with these allergen restrictions.