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
Getting kids out of the house and into a collaborative environment promotes social skills, encourages teamwork, and inspires a sense of accomplishment.
Camps like ours offer a unique opportunity to turn summer days into memorable learning experiences that nourish both body and mind.
Culinary camp is the perfect time for kids to unplug from screens and engage in hands-on, enriching activities that foster creativity, curiosity, and connection.
Research shows that active participation in skill-building experiences like cooking and gardening helps children develop problem-solving abilities, gain a deeper appreciation for nature, and cultivate lifelong healthy habits.
A MESSAGE FROM OUR INSTRUCTOR
REVIEWS FROM OUR PAST CAMPING EXPERIENCE
YOUR QUESTIONS, OUR ANSWERS
When is the summer program?
Camp dates change slightly each year. This year it will run from June 16th - July 3rd 2025. Camp runs Monday through Thursday with morning drop off from 8:00am - 9:00am (breakfast included). Camp sessions begin at 9:15am and End at 2:00pm (lunch & light snack included). If you require extended care past 2:00 pm after the conclusion of camp activities, that will be an additional charge billed separately that we can discuss on a case by case basis.
How do I sign up?
Click the register now button. Fill out the pop up form with some basic information and the screen will advance to a payment screen. The cost for camp is $300 per week. This covers all field trip transportation, a camp t-shirt, breakfast and lunch each day, cost of ingredients, cost of tools etc.
Are there other culinary programs besides summer camp?
Yes! We have Saturday morning day classes available as well. Make sure to sign up on our newsletter to stay updated about what is going on throughout the year.
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OTHER INFORMATION
Campers must be at least 10 years old to participate.
Camp sessions begin at 9:15am and End 2:00pm
(Lunch & light snack included)
Drop off from 8:00am - 9:00am (Breakfast included)
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.
Some of our past menu features
CLOUDY MEATBALLS
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!
WILLY WONKA
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!
SPONGE BOB
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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