Charlotte Culinary Camp
Excellence in Culinary & Horticulture
Summer Camp
ABOUT THE CAMP
Camp Description
Always E.A.T.S. is offering a 2 week summer camp experience for 5th-8th graders connecting culinary and horticultural education. Campers will take field trips, help cultivate crops, and cook delicious recipes. Your budding foodie will be instructed and guided by experienced experts in the industry.
Your young chef will experience:
-> Bonding with other campers
-> Being instructed in safety/sanitation
-> Understanding how to work in a commercial kitchen
-> Taking field trips to local urban farms
-> Exploring what makes a greenhouse tick
-> Studying aquaponics and learning to cook our child-friendly themed menu items.
OUR CORE VALUES
Excellence As The Standard
1. Excellent Service
2. Excellent Food
3. Excellent Learning Opportunities.
OUR PROGRAM
Research shows that students with good nutrition have better grades, improved memory and fewer absences, while developing eating habits that will benefit them throughout their lives.
Scholarship opportunities may be avaliable. For more information on discounted participation for your scholar, click the blue register now button below.
YOUR QUESTIONS, OUR ANSWERS
WHEN IS THE PROGRAM?
July 1st - July 12 SOLD OUT
July 8th - 19th
July 22nd - August 2nd
WHERE WILL THE PROGRAM TAKE PLACE?
Camp will be at Garinger High School 1100 Eastway Dr. Charlotte NC
HOW DO I SIGN UP?
The process is simple, simply click the button below to register now
WHAT IS THE COST OF PARTICIPATION?
Camp is $300 per week. There may be scholarship opportunities for those who qualify. You must register for more information.
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OTHER INFORMATION
Campers must be at least 10 years old to participate.
Camp sessions begin at 9:15am and End 4:00pm
(Lunch & light snack included)
Drop off from 7:00am - 9:00am (Breakfast included)
Pick up from 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Most items are made from scratch.
When applying, please be sure to indicate if your camper has any allergies or dietary restrictions that you would like accommodated.
Our Summer Camp Highlights
10-Day Series
CLOUDY MEATBALLS
July 1st - July 12
Spaghetti & Meatballs Inspired by Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
Everlasting Gobstopper Cupcake Inspired by Willie Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
Beef Ragout Inspired by Beauty & the Beast
Krabby Patty Inspired by SpongeBob SquarePants
Also multiple breakfast cookery items and much more!
10-Day Series
WILLY WONKA
July 8th - 19th
Spaghetti & Meatballs Inspired by Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
Everlasting Gobstopper Cupcake Inspired by Willie Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
Beef Ragout Inspired by Beauty & the Beast
Krabby Patty Inspired by SpongeBob SquarePants
Also multiple breakfast cookery items and much more!
10-Day Series
SPONGE BOB
July 22nd - August 2nd
Spaghetti & Meatballs Inspired by Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
Everlasting Gobstopper Cupcake Inspired by Willie Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
Beef Ragout Inspired by Beauty & the Beast
Krabby Patty Inspired by SpongeBob SquarePants
Also multiple breakfast cookery items and much more!
MEET OUR TEAM
Horticulture Project Manager
Patrick Kratz spear heads all things horticulture or agriculture related for our team. With teaching experience on the collegiate and high school levels, he brings a unique perspective on what it takes to develop young minds. Mr. Kratz is instrumental in connecting the dots for students about where our food comes from including introducing them to farm life, how a greenhouse works and the study of aquaponics.
Project Director
Tasha Jackson is a self proclaimed foodie and high school culinary arts and hospitality teacher who has worked in the food and beverage industry in multiple capacities over the past several decades. Bringing experiences from working with corporate brands such as Einstein Bagels, Ted's Montana Grill, Red Lobster and Carrabas, Chef Jackson brings a wealth of knowledge to our summer camp team.
Culinary Project Manager
Noriko Burgess is a high school family and consumer sciences instructor who is nationally board certified with over 20 years of experience as an educator. Mrs. Burgess also holds a master of education degree, has been voted teacher of the year numerous times, and is a proud mother of two. We are thrilled to have her on the board of directors for Always EATS and serving as our culinary project manager for the summer camp.
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