Program Dates
August 3–7
Monday–Friday
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Give your teen the opportunity to build the cooking skills every young adult should know.
Teen Lab: Life Skills Kitchen is a five-day culinary experience focused on practical independence in the kitchen.
Students begin the week with a guided visit to a local grocery store where they learn how to compare prices, evaluate ingredients, and plan meals thoughtfully.
Back in the kitchen, participants prepare balanced dishes using the ingredients they selected, developing confidence with real-world cooking skills.
This program emphasizes independence, awareness, and the confidence to cook for oneself.
Program Structure
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 4:00–7:00 PM
Duration: Five consecutive days
Age Group: 13–18 years
Class Size: Limited to 10 students
Curriculum Focus
- Grocery shopping strategies
- Meal planning and budgeting
- Cooking practical everyday meals
- Kitchen organization and efficiency
- Building independence in the kitchen
Please Note
This is a five-day camp designed as a complete week-long experience. Dietary considerations can often be accommodated if shared in advance.
Knowledge Required
Beginner-friendly. No prior cooking experience needed.
- Five immersive cooking sessions
- Hands-on preparation of multiple dishes each day
- All ingredients, tools, and materials
- Visual displays and culinary exploration
What to Bring
Nothing — just curiosity and a willingness to explore!
Suitable For
Teens who want to build confidence cooking for themselves and develop practical life skills.
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