Palette to Plate: Colorful California Cooking Camp
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We are thrilled to welcome your young chef to a delicious adventure exploring the vibrant world of California cuisine! Through hands-on cooking experiences, kids will discover the rainbow of flavors that make our Golden State's food culture so special.
In this nourishing and nurturing camp, your child will embark on a sensory journey celebrating local, seasonal ingredients. Each day brings new opportunities to create, taste, and learn as we transform fresh produce into colorful culinary masterpieces. From bright yellow squash to deep purple berries, we'll explore how nature's color palette enhances both body and imagination.
Your young chef will:
- Master kid-friendly cooking techniques while building kitchen confidence through hands-on preparation of breakfast, lunch, and snacks using fresh, local ingredients
- Engage in food-inspired art projects and outdoor activities that connect our plates to California's abundant natural environment
- Learn about seasonal ingredients through sensory exploration, discovering how different colors, textures, and flavors come together to create delicious dishes
- Build community through shared meals and collaborative cooking sessions, culminating in a festive family gathering and art show.
Daily Schedule:
9:00-9:30 AM: Arrivals and Activity Centers
9:30-9:50 AM: Welcome Circle and Stretching
9:50-11:00 AM: Cook Brunch
11:00-11:30 AM: Eat, Cleanup, and Quiet Time
11:30-12:45 PM: Cook Lunch and STEAM Activity
12:45-1:15 PM: Eat, Cleanup, and Quiet Time
1:15-2:15 PM: Outdoor Play
2:15-2:40 PM: Snack and Cleanup
2:40-3:00 PM: Closing Circle and Pick-Up
- Detailed instructions and information will be emailed the week before camp.
- Drop-ins available one week before the camp start date, space permitting.
- Review the cancellation policy here: https://www.culinaryartistas.com/kids/faqs
- Camps are nut-free and vegetarian. We accommodate allergies and most dietary restrictions. For severely restricted diets, please contact us in advance.
- Campers are grouped by age, with tailored instruction for each group.
- Please keep your care.com profile details updated when booking.
- What to Bring: A labeled water bottle, jacket for outdoor play, sunscreen, and 2-3 labeled to-go containers for leftovers. Please wear clothes that can get messy!
- You're Invited! Grown-ups, join us every Friday at 2:45 PM for an art show and snack—a fun way to get a glimpse of your kiddo's camp experience!
