Cooking Class - 3-Day Teen Summer Series: Baking Essentials

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Let your teens explore in the kitchen global baking recipes.

These cooking series are ideal for teens aged 12 and older, offering a unique hands-on culinary experience. Designed to enhance creativity and innovation, these summer cooking classes provide an excellent opportunity for teens to learn new kitchen skills in a fun and relaxed environment. A chef instructor will guide them step by step through exploring global cuisine and learning advanced cooking and baking techniques. Each day will focus on a different menu, culminating in a fun mystery challenge on the final day, where they'll test their new skills.

Classes typically run for two to two and a half hours, unless specified otherwise. Group work is a key component; kids can expect to collaborate with four other students. The class involves standing, cooking and active participation throughout. Comfortable, closed-toe shoes are required and long hair should be securely tied back for safety. Please note that these are drop-off classes. Parents do not stay during the classes.

This event is suitable for kids aged 12-17

Jul 1st - Jul 3rd at 4:00 PM

Day 1: Hawaiian Luau

Chicken Katsu-Steamed Rice
Pacific Islands-Style Slaw
Hawaiian Poke Cake with Whipped Cream and Fruit

Day 2: Filled Pasta Fun

Filled Pastas: Carmelle and Tortellini with Pesto Sauce
Hand Cut or Shaped: Picci and Busiate with Tomato Sauce
Chocolate Swirl Gelato

Day 3: Exploring Latin America

Pupusas Stuffed with Chicken Tinga or Black Bean, Corn and Cheese Fillings
Salsa
Baked Tortilla Chips
Mini Tres Leches Cakes

For public cooking classes, menu changes cannot be made. For private events, most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request.
Adjustments cannot be made during the event.

Minimum Guests 1
Maximum Guests 20
Event Duration 3 days
Labels Baking, Beginner, Cake Baking, Fun, Teens

Reviews guests left for other experiences with Chef Morgan or Resident Chef

Erric

27 Apr 2024

The experience was excellent and the chef was very friendly and kept us engaged. However, the Nashville chicken was a bit bland and took a very long time to cook. The salad had little taste, however, chef did explain why. The homemade biscuits and ice cream were amazing. I would come again but maybe try a new dish.

Darlene Burrmann

21 Apr 2024

I gave this cookie making/decorating class to Ben, my eight year old grandson, as a birthday gift. Ben started out shy, but in no time, Chef Morgan had him fully engaged and gave him the confidence he needed to work through every step of the recipes. She was there when she needed to be, stepped back when she felt he "got it" and cheered him along throughout the morning. Ben couldn't wait to tell his twin brother and parents about his morning's activities and show off his cookies when he got back home! I highly recommend this class and I thank Chef Morgan for making the day a special one for Ben!

Taylor

23 Mar 2024

My husband and I had so much fun learning how to make croissants with Chef Morgan! She was so helpful and made the class fun… and the food was delicious, too!

Sadie

25 Feb 2024

This was so fun for our whole family! Jeff was incredible to learn from and talk to and the meals we made were unique and delicious. Would love to do this again!

Andrew

18 Feb 2024

I was expecting a more hands on experience cooking each of the dishes. With the cost of a two hour class, was looking for more active learning on proper cutting technics etc. One of the dishes had fried shrimp after being in the oil for a short period the batter was pail and shrimp did not look to be fully cooked. I was expecting a good practice of checking temps would also be incorporated. When I asked the chef what temp the shrimp should reach they stated 165. The proper internal temp for seafood is actually 145, we choose just not to eat the shrimp. The gumbo I thought was going to be more authentic with an andouille sausage, however the flavor profile was more of ring bologna. Was our first cooking class and was a pricey disappointment.

Sebastian

29 Jan 2024

The class was awesome. The Chef was super knowledgable, friendly and very engaging. He made the class experience very relaxed and fun. Highly recommended.

Anna

14 Jan 2024

Overall it was a great experience! I went because it was a Christmas gift experience I got for my friend, Kelly. I would have liked to put together the salad as well. The Steak had cooled off considerably after our little break, so I was a bit disappointed in that. But overall it was such a new experience for me! I learned a new way to place the steak into the pan..(more safely!) without oil splash back. And to let it sit in the pan for that good sear for the first 5-6 minutes. I do (I would say about 90%) of the cooking at home, so I felt comfortable being there and learning from the Chef. And it taught me that I really needed to get a few more efficient cooking utensils. Thank you so much for making it a fun time! I know my friend also enjoyed her time there too!

Laura

08 Jan 2024

Explanations were poor, and I didn’t feel like she enjoyed what she was doing

Marla

06 Jan 2024

This was my first class I was under the impression that I would learn more than I did. I feel we should have been making all the different parts of the dishes. We did not know how the sorbet was made, or even the rice noodles. I feel we didn't even understand how to roll the fresh rolls with poached shrimp. We did not get hints on how to roll it up. Like get the cutting board wet before we put the rice paper wrappers down to roll up the ingredients. I was very disappointed.

Ellie

06 Jan 2024

I loved the class. Maybe a few tweaks needed but all in all I would do it again. I'm not a chef but I learned some new skills that I'll take with me. I'd take a class again.

Jared

06 Jan 2024

Chef Kristin was great! Very helpful and explained the process very well.

Reviews Chef Morgan or Resident Chef received outside of Cozymeal

Britten

06 Oct 2023

Enjoyed the class. Vanessa is really fun! Cheers!

Andrea

06 Oct 2023

Fun class. A little complicated with the dumpling dough, but we got through it and the food tasted great.

Laura

06 Oct 2023

Loved it, but would have preferred smaller class size so that we could work in groups of two.

Frederick

06 Oct 2023

I enjoyed the class. The chef was really personable, knowledgeable and professional. He explained everything clearly. The food was great at the end.

Heather

06 Oct 2023

This class was fun and educational for my daughter and her friend. They both learned some techniques and were given appropriate attention.

Tiffany

06 Oct 2023

My husband and I had an enjoyable time. The food turned out excellent. Chef Joy and the others in the class were delightful to be around. There was a lot of standing. I wish we had been able to at least sit down to eat the delicious food. Overall great experience.

Marianne

06 Oct 2023

It was excellent. It was very hands on, and the class was small. Justin, the chef that was the class instructor, is a fantastic, hands on teacher.

Andrea

06 Oct 2023

The class was great! The menu was delicious and doable at home. The instructor was spot on. Looking forward to doing the next class!

Chrysanna

06 Oct 2023

Class was fun , my teen grandson loved it. We can't wait to do another class together.

Anna

06 Oct 2023

Amazing class. Chef and her assistant were wonderful! Highly recommend.

Micky

06 Oct 2023

Great class. I learned a lot and class was very hands on.

Joyce

06 Oct 2023

This was the first cooking class I have ever taken! It was very informative and I enjoyed the class . I will be taking more classes in the future.

Kathleen

06 Oct 2023

We thoroughly enjoyed our class. The instructor made our class so much fun. The macarons were delicious. Looking forward to more classes.

Theresa

06 Oct 2023

This class was great! Very informative and lots of fun, the instructors were very helpful (and the food was delicious!). I highly recommend this class and look forward to taking another class soon.

Sharon

06 Oct 2023

This was the first cooking class I took, it was great! Greg, the chef, did such a great job teaching the class. I'm looking forward to going to more classes.

Lois

06 Oct 2023

The Instructor was "world class" with supportive instructions and humorous analogies. Considering taking the class for a second time.

Bob

06 Oct 2023

Excellent class. Chef Michael made it fun and informative.

Jay

06 Oct 2023

The class was really fun and informative. My girlfriend and enjoyed it as a birthday gift. We will definitely attend more classes in the future.

Anne

06 Oct 2023

Absolutely loved the class. I'm an experienced baker and have wanted to make macarons. The instructor was extremely knowledgeable. I enjoyed the class so much, I'm considering taking the class again as it was so much fun!!!