Creative summer activities for teens open the door to new experiences, skills, and friendships. Whether your teen is eager to try something hands-on or explore a fresh hobby, summer is the perfect time to dive in and discover what sparks their interest. From culinary adventures to artistic pursuits, these activities are designed to inspire and engage, helping teens make the most of their summer break while having fun along the way.

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    great...great just so great I love this place

    great experience

  • Cooking Class Description: Designed for ages 12 and older, this series combines creativity with essential culinary skills as teens explore the techniques that form the backbone of great cooking. Throughout the week, they’ll build toward true culinary...

  • Cooking Class Description: Designed for ages 12 and older, this series combines creativity with essential culinary skills as teens explore bold flavors and advanced techniques from around the world. Each day highlights a different region—diving into...

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    I am so glad I did it, it was a great learning experience...Kelly was great - very fun and informative!

    hands-on experience, fun experience, excellent teaching

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    It was So Fun with the best instructor ! She was so helpful and nice ?...d great!...Chef Michael was awesome; great instructor and fun. The recipes are fantastic. Very enjoyable!!

    informative, fun, delicious meal

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    Cooking Class Description: S’more fun than you can imagine! Join us as we show you how to create everyone’s favorite ooey gooey summer treat. You’ll learn how to shape and cut crispy homemade graham crackers, then whip up fluffy marshmallows—just add...

    thorough instruction, patience, enjoyable outcome

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    Cooking Class Description: Enjoy sweet summer treats in this hands-on class designed for kids and adults to cook together. Take a shortcut to cake pops by using premade cake as you learn to mix cream cheese frosting, shape cake pop centers and decorate...

    good teacher, enjoyable, bonding experience

  • Cooking Class Description: Let's celebrate our independence with a delicious summer pie! We'll fill the all-butter crust with seasonal fruit, then top it with a gorgeous lattice crust that's almost too pretty to eat.



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    ease of preparation, taste

  • Cooking Class Description: Celebrate the sweetness of summer with classic Italian desserts. In this hands-on class, you’ll make a silky semifreddo with chocolate and toasted hazelnut, bake a fragrant Lemon Almond Cake inspired by the Amalfi Coast and...

  • Cooking Class Description: In this class, our chef instructor will guide you through the techniques behind classic pastry doughs as you make both pâte sucrée and flaky pâte brisée from scratch. You’ll fill a crisp parbaked shell with silky pastry cream...

  • Cooking Class Description: Celebrate the flavors of the season in this hands-on Signature Series class focused on mastering grilling techniques. Your chef instructor will guide you through cooking over live heat as you grill flank steak and finish it...

  • Cooking Class Description: Step into the world of the French patisserie in this 3-hour baking class dedicated to classic pastry techniques. Your chef instructor will guide you through the art of laminated dough as you learn the tips and tricks behind...

  • Cooking Class Description: Bring the whole family for a fun, hands-on class where everyone gets involved in making a delicious meal together. Working alongside other families, you’ll mix a foolproof dough that’s perfect for more than just pizza. Your...

  • Cooking Class Description: Celebrate the flavors of the season in this hands-on summer class. Your chef instructor will guide you as you prepare cedar plank salmon finished with a vibrant blackberry sauce, toss a golden beet and haricot vert salad and...

  • Cooking Class Description: Enjoy the flavors of an Italian summer in this hands-on class centered on fresh pasta and vibrant seasonal ingredients. Your chef instructor will guide you through making pasta dough from scratch before shaping it into garganelli...

  • Cooking Class Description: Bring the charm of the state fair home with this menu packed with nostalgic treats. Our chef instructor will teach you how to create classic, golden Funnel Cakes perfectly dusted with a layer of powdered sugar. Plus, master...

  • Cooking Class Description: Enjoy the flavors of an Italian summer in this hands-on class centered on fresh pasta and vibrant seasonal ingredients. Your chef instructor will guide you through making pasta dough from scratch before shaping it into garganelli...

  • Cooking Class Description: Celebrate with the family by learning how to create a fun and flavorful cupcake! Kids and adults will team up to craft batters and bake tie-dye cupcakes. Plus, you’ll learn piping techniques with red and blue buttercream and...

  • Cooking Class Description: Roll up your sleeves and celebrate the season's best flavors through the art of fresh pasta! In this hands-on class, you'll mix and work your own pasta dough from scratch, then shape it two ways: cutting long, silky linguine...

  • Cooking Class Description: Bring the energy of a summer dinner party into the kitchen in this hands-on class built around the grill. You'll learn to stretch and grill pizza dough to smoky, charred perfection and top it two ways: a Crispy Chorizo and...

  • Cooking Class Description: Let the season's best produce lead the way in this vibrant, farmers market-inspired class. Your chef instructor will guide you through grilling a beautiful salmon fillet and topping it with a bright, charred corn and pickled...

  • Cooking Class Description: There's no better way to celebrate than with macarons! In this 3-hour class, your chef instructor will walk you through the techniques behind these beloved French confections, from meringue-making to macaronage. You'll learn...

  • Cooking Class Description: Celebrate the best of summer produce in this bright and laid-back cooking class. You'll learn to prepare a Grilled Chicken with a vibrant Charred Lemon Salsa Verde alongside a stunning Summer Tomato, Caramelized Onion and Goat...

  • Cooking Class Description: The quintessential summer treats, strawberry shortcakes make a great finale to every BBQ, picnic and outdoor dinner party. Using fresh strawberries and a few simple pantry staples, you'll learn to make classic strawberry shortcakes...