Summer Cooking Camps
$552.50 GST
Dates: Weekly from July to August
Times: 9:00am – 4:00pm
SUMMER CAMP 2024 SCHEDULE
JUNE 24TH – 28TH: 7+ Baking Bonanza
JULY 2ND – 5TH (4 DAY WEEK): JR (5-8yrs) Petit Chefs
JULY 8TH – 12TH: 7+ Baking Bonanza
JULY 15TH – 19TH: 9+ Cooking Around the World
JULY 22ND – 26TH: 8+ Sizzle n’ Slice
JULY 29TH – AUG 2ND: 7+ Baking Bonanza
AUGUST 6TH – 9TH (4 DAY WEEK): JR (5-8yrs) Petit Chefs
AUGUST 12TH – 16TH: 9+ Cooking Around the World
AUGUST 19TH – 23RD: 8+ Sizzle n’ Slice
AUGUST 26TH – 30TH: 7+ Baking Bonanza
JUNE 24TH – 28TH: 7+ Baking Bonanza
In our “Baking Bonanza” program, your baker-to-be will embark on a delightful journey into the wonderful world of baking. From breads to brownies, pizza to pies, this camp is the perfect introduction to what the pastry industry has to offer.
Mornings will be reserved for savoury recipes, which will be eaten as lunch, while afternoons we will switch gears into the sweet side of life. Our chef instructors will be there every step of the way to provide guidance and support, as well as share their knowledge, tips and tricks, helping your kiddo achieve excellence, in and out of the kitchen. Baking Bonanza is more than a cooking camp; it’s a journey of discovery and delight into the world of baking, building essential culinary skills and confidence required for a lifetime of sweet success. Don’t miss out and book today!
Menu Sneak Peek:
- Loaded Pizza Pockets, Funfetti Cake Pops, Baked Mac and Cheese, Key Lime Tart, Lemon Poppy Seed Bread
JULY 2ND – 5TH (4 DAY WEEK): JR (5-8yrs) Petit Chefs
We are thrilled to introduce our “Petit Chefs” program! Ideal for young chefs aged 5 to 8. This culinary adventure promises a summer of fun, teamwork, and essential cooking skills. In the morning, we’ll focus on savoury recipes, used for a delicious lunch, while afternoons will be dedicated to exploring the sweet side of life. From crafting cookies to decorating cupcakes, campers will begin to build kitchen confidence with our expert chef instructors. Join us for a summer filled with discovery, delight, and the joy of creating tasty treats. Don’t miss out—enroll today! 🌟👩🍳
Menu Sneak Peek:
- Crispy Coconut Chicken and Rice, Red Velvet Cupcakes, Neapolitan Style Pizza, Chocolate Truffles
JULY 8TH – 12TH: 9+ Cooking Around the World
Embark on a global culinary adventure with “Cooking Around the World” this summer! Specifically designed for campers aged 9 and above, this program offers a journey of fun, flavours, and exploration into global cuisines. Your child will learn to create diverse meals from five different countries: crafting Italian pizza, rolling sushi, exploring African cuisine, whipping up Indian delights, and savouring Mexican treats, fostering an appreciation for global food and traditions.🌍👩🍳
Hands-on cooking includes chopping, sautéing, and baking mouthwatering international dishes, enhancing culinary creativity. Group activities build teamwork skills and lasting friendships, with a friendly cooking competition to showcase their prowess. Each day’s morning recipe becomes lunch, and the afternoon recipe goes home for the family to enjoy.
Your young chefs won’t just leave with recipes; they’ll depart with broader palates, open minds, and the skills to explore the delightful world of global cuisines. Join us for “Cooking Around the World” to ignite your child’s love for diverse foods and create lasting summer memories!
Itinerary:
- Monday: Italy
- Tuesday: Vietnam
- Wednesday: Africa/Japan
- Thursday: India
- Friday: Mexico
Menu Sneak Peek: Arancini, Bahn Mi, Jollof Rice, Samosas, Tacos, Sushi
JULY 15TH – 19TH: 8+ Top Chef Sizzle ‘n Slice
Calling all young chefs aged 8 and above to join us for a sizzling culinary journey this summer! Chefs in the making will dive into a world of fun and flavours to master essential culinary and pastry skills, from knife techniques to crafting delicious dishes with yummy creativity.
Expect a global exploration of cuisines and cooking styles, spiced up with a friendly cooking competition to put their culinary prowess to the test. While gaining kitchen confidence, they’ll also learn vital life skills like meal planning and teamwork. During Top Chef Sizzle ‘n Slice, the morning recipe becomes lunch, and the afternoon creation goes home for the chef to enjoy and share with family! It’s a summer of fun, learning, and lasting memories with new friends.
Enroll today and witness your child’s love for cooking blossom, their confidence reach new heights, and their kitchen skills take off!
Menu Sneak Peek:
Fajitas, Chicken stir fry, Seasonal salads, Takeout-style egg rolls & sauce, Coconut rice & Cole slaw, Greek salad
JULY 22ND – 26TH: 9+ Cooking Around the World
Embark on a global culinary adventure with “Cooking Around the World” this summer! Specifically designed for campers aged 9 and above, this program offers a journey of fun, flavours, and exploration into global cuisines. Your child will learn to create diverse meals from five different countries: crafting Italian pizza, rolling sushi, exploring African cuisine, whipping up Indian delights, and savouring Mexican treats, fostering an appreciation for global food and traditions.🌍👩🍳
Hands-on cooking includes chopping, sautéing, and baking mouthwatering international dishes, enhancing culinary creativity. Group activities build teamwork skills and lasting friendships, with a friendly cooking competition to showcase their prowess. Each day’s morning recipe becomes lunch, and the afternoon recipe goes home for the family to enjoy.
Your young chefs won’t just leave with recipes; they’ll depart with broader palates, open minds, and the skills to explore the delightful world of global cuisines. Join us for “Cooking Around the World” to ignite your child’s love for diverse foods and create lasting summer memories!
Itinerary:
- Monday: Italy
- Tuesday: Vietnam
- Wednesday: Africa/Japan
- Thursday: India
- Friday: Mexico
Menu Sneak Peek: Arancini, Bahn Mi, Jollof Rice, Samosas, Tacos, Sushi
JULY 29TH – AUG 2ND: 7+ Baking Bonanza
In our “Baking Bonanza” program, your baker-to-be will embark on a delightful journey into the wonderful world of baking. From breads to brownies, pizza to pies, this camp is the perfect introduction to what the pastry industry has to offer.
Mornings will be reserved for savoury recipes, which will be eaten as lunch, while afternoons we will switch gears into the sweet side of life. Our chef instructors will be there every step of the way to provide guidance and support, as well as share their knowledge, tips and tricks, helping your kiddo achieve excellence, in and out of the kitchen. Baking Bonanza is more than a cooking camp; it’s a journey of discovery and delight into the world of baking, building essential culinary skills and confidence required for a lifetime of sweet success. Don’t miss out and book today!
Menu Sneak Peek:
- Loaded Pizza Pockets, Funfetti Cake Pops, Baked Mac and Cheese, Key Lime Tart
AUGUST 6TH – 9TH (4 DAY WEEK): JR (5-8yrs) Petit Chefs
We are thrilled to introduce our “Petit Chefs” program! Ideal for young chefs aged 5 to 8. This culinary adventure promises a summer of fun, teamwork, and essential cooking skills. In the morning, we’ll focus on savoury recipes, used for a delicious lunch, while afternoons will be dedicated to exploring the sweet side of life. From crafting cookies to decorating cupcakes, campers will begin to build kitchen confidence with our expert chef instructors. Join us for a summer filled with discovery, delight, and the joy of creating tasty treats. Don’t miss out—enroll today! 🌟👩🍳
Menu Sneak Peek:
- Crispy Coconut Chicken and Rice, Red Velvet Cupcakes, Neapolitan Style Pizza, Chocolate Truffles
AUGUST 12TH – 16TH: 9+ Cooking Around the World
Embark on a global culinary adventure with “Cooking Around the World” this summer! Specifically designed for campers aged 9 and above, this program offers a journey of fun, flavours, and exploration into global cuisines. Your child will learn to create diverse meals from five different countries: crafting Italian pizza, rolling sushi, exploring African cuisine, whipping up Indian delights, and savouring Mexican treats, fostering an appreciation for global food and traditions.🌍👩🍳
Hands-on cooking includes chopping, sautéing, and baking mouthwatering international dishes, enhancing culinary creativity. Group activities build teamwork skills and lasting friendships, with a friendly cooking competition to showcase their prowess. Each day’s morning recipe becomes lunch, and the afternoon recipe goes home for the family to enjoy.
Your young chefs won’t just leave with recipes; they’ll depart with broader palates, open minds, and the skills to explore the delightful world of global cuisines. Join us for “Cooking Around the World” to ignite your child’s love for diverse foods and create lasting summer memories!
Itinerary:
- Monday: Italy
- Tuesday: Vietnam
- Wednesday: Africa/Japan
- Thursday: India
- Friday: Mexico
Menu Sneak Peek: Arancini, Bahn Mi, Jollof Rice, Samosas, Tacos, Sushi
AUGUST 19TH – 23RD: Top Chef Sizzle ‘n Slice
Calling all young chefs aged 8 and above to join us for a sizzling culinary journey this summer! Chefs in the making will dive into a world of fun and flavours to master essential culinary and pastry skills, from knife techniques to crafting delicious dishes with yummy creativity.
Expect a global exploration of cuisines and cooking styles, spiced up with a friendly cooking competition to put their culinary prowess to the test. While gaining kitchen confidence, they’ll also learn vital life skills like meal planning and teamwork. During Top Chef Sizzle ‘n Slice, the morning recipe becomes lunch, and the afternoon creation goes home for the chef to enjoy and share with family! It’s a summer of fun, learning, and lasting memories with new friends.
Enroll today and witness your child’s love for cooking blossom, their confidence reach new heights, and their kitchen skills take off!
Menu Sneak Peek:
Fajitas, Chicken stir fry, Seasonal salads, Takeout-style egg rolls & sauce, Coconut rice & Cole slaw, Greek salad
AUGUST 26TH – 30TH: 7+ Baking Bonanza
In our “Baking Bonanza” program, your baker-to-be will embark on a delightful journey into the wonderful world of baking. From breads to brownies, pizza to pies, this camp is the perfect introduction to what the pastry industry has to offer.
Mornings will be reserved for savoury recipes, which will be eaten as lunch, while afternoons we will switch gears into the sweet side of life. Our chef instructors will be there every step of the way to provide guidance and support, as well as share their knowledge, tips and tricks, helping your kiddo achieve excellence, in and out of the kitchen. Baking Bonanza is more than a cooking camp; it’s a journey of discovery and delight into the world of baking, building essential culinary skills and confidence required for a lifetime of sweet success. Don’t miss out and book today!
Menu Sneak Peek:
- Loaded Pizza Pockets, Funfetti Cake Pops, Baked Mac and Cheese, Key Lime Tart
CAMP INFORMATION
- Each summer camp program is for 5 days except otherwise noted
- Each camp is 7 hours long per day. You are free to pick up your child earlier should you have an appointment (please inform us on time).
- Campers are required to bring their own labelled water bottle, labelled tupperware and a snack.
- It is mandatory for all campers to purchase Nini’s Cooking uniform (Chef coat, apron, and cut gloves) Campers without uniforms will not be allowed access.
- Campers are free to eat all meals and treats prepared or take meals home after they have been well-fed
- Campers are provided with a safe, clean, and sanitized place to learn, have fun, get creative, and build skills, confidence, and memories.
BEFORE AND AFTER CARE SCHEDULE AND PACKAGES
Weekly Packages
- Before care from 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – $75.00/week
- Aftercare from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. -$75.00/week
- Before & Aftercare 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – $150.00/week
Daily Packages:
- Before care from 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – $15.00/day
- • Aftercare from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. -$20.00/day
- • Emergency one-time care – $15.00
(Please note that before and after camp care is fully supervised child care only; no organized activities will be provided by the camp staff. Please have your child come with a book to read or any other activity prior to camp. Campers not picked up by 5:00 p.m. will be charged a $15.00 late fee.)
Payment for before and Aftercare camp is made while registering the child. Choose applicable options prior to checkout.
Week6
Select Location at registration
Cancellation policy:
Cancellation must be made 90 days prior to the scheduled camp or class less the administration fee. This policy applies to all our classes and camps. See details on the registration page. No refunds will be issued due to illness or missed classes. Please note that Nini’s Cooking Class reserves the right to cancel a class due to lack of participants. We have limited space for participants. We will make every effort possible to accommodate our students.
Venue for Summer Camps: West Springs Church, 816-78th street SW Calgary, AB. T3H 6B1
OVERVIEW: Our goal is to equip and expose students to hands on recipes around the world. Our young chefs will learn about different global flavours. We will step by step teach our students how to prepare these meals, appreciate new foods, new flavours and diverse cultures. Students will be empowered to execute sweet and savoury recipes at home so as to help cook meals at home and prepare lunches for school. Our welcoming environment provides a “real” setting so that the students can take what they learn at NCC to their own homes. Students will acquire the knowledge, experience, and confidence to build lifelong cooking skills that can ignite creativity, and build self-esteem. Students will eat what they prepare, execute recipes learned at home, build confidence, and most importantly create memories that will last forever.
We will be following the most up to date guidelines provided by Alberta health Services and the Government of Alberta. We will inform you of requirements to attend the camps such as the use of masks and temperature checks prior to day 1 of our camp. We will follow all necessary protocols to ensure a safe environment for all participants. We will keep you posted on the most recent protocols as we draw close to summer. We want to use this opportunity to thank you for your understanding.
Nini’s Cooking Camp is one of our favourite time of the year. It allows us the opportunity to build relationships, go in-depth and get even more creative in the kitchen, learn global cuisines, and laugh while enjoying tasty meals. This is because we have more time to bring out the best in your child.
CAMP INFORMATION
- Each summer camp program is for 5 days
- Camp is from 9:00am-4:00pm
- Each camp is 7 hours long per day. You are free to pick up your child earlier should you have an appointment (please inform us on time).
- Camps are for kids 5-18 yers old.
- Camps are Monday to Friday unless otherwise noted
- Campers are required to bring their own water bottle
- Aprons are provided to wear for the week (not to be taken home)
- Campers are free to eat all meals and treats prepared or take meals home
- Campers are provided a safe, clean, and sanitized place to have fun, get creative, build skills, confidence, and relationships.
CANCELLATION POLICY FOR SUMMER CAMP
Cancellation policy must be made 90 days prior to scheduled camp to receive a full refund. No refunds will be issued due to illness or missed classes. Please note that Nini’s Cooking Class reserves the right to cancel a class due to lack of participants. We have limited space for participants. We will make every effort possible to accommodate our students.
CAMP WEEKLY DETAILS:
Start time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Phone: (403) 966-3604
Email: nini@niniscookingclass.ca
Venue: West Springs Church: 816-78th Street SW, Calgary, Alberta T3H 6B1
Our curriculum will also expose your budding chef the following areas:
• Kitchen safety
• Meal planning
• Knife skills
• Baking and pastry skills
• Cooking techniques
• Etiquette and manners
• Food Presentation
• Proper food handling
• Food preparation• Table setting
• Kitchen hygiene
• How to prepare dinner for your family
• And so much more!
Continents covered:
• North America
• South America
• Caribbean
• Europe
• African
• Asia
Requirement 1: Your lovely smile and a positive attitude to learn and have fun, and a take away container should you have left over. If you cannot finish your food you may take it with you.
Requirement 2: For kitchen safety reasons, please wear indoor closed toe shoes only, comfortable clothing, and have your hair tied back as you will be standing, sitting and working most of the time.
Menu for week 1 (July 4-8,2022)-(Top Chef challenge)
Swedish meatballs with egg noodles served with gingered carrots
Veggie Quesadillas
Shamani cookies
Homemade Fettuccine and Homemade Alfredo Sauce
Pineapple-mango lemonade drink and Mango Coconut Slush/Ice Pops or Art Fruits
Lemon blueberry cheesecake bars and Oreo Truffle
Cupcake challenge
Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Homemade fillings
Menu for week 2 (July 11-15,2022)- (Cooking Around the world)SOLD OUT
Chef Nini’s Jollof rice with cucumber & carrot salad or with Grilled corn salad
Stuffed Peppers served with Crisp Italian salad and creamy Italian vinaigrette dressing
Empanadas de pina coco and Sweet corn and bacon Empanadas
Healthy Homemade Fruit Popsicles or Art Fruits
Oreo chocolate Truffle
Doughnut challenge
Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls
Homemade Pasta and Homemade Marinara sauce
Menu for week 3 (July 18-22, 2022)-(Beyond Delicious)
Pizza making with toppings of choice
Coco-chicken bites served with homemade sauce and salad
Puff pastry pinwheels with Boursin cheese ( optional: bacon and basil)
Summer Berry Fruit Pops and/or Mango Coconut Ice Pops or Art Fruits
Lemon blueberry cheesecake bars and Oreo Truffle
Cupcake challenge
Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls
Chipotle carbonara
Menu for week 4 (July 25-29,2022) – (Boss Chef- Bakers world) SOLD OUT
Butter cookies
Cupcakes
Cake making and decorating
Mini chicken Alfredo
Puff pastry pinwheels with Boursin cheese ( optional: bacon and basil)
Healthy Homemade Fruit Popsicles or Art Fruits
Banana bread and Oreo truffle
Pizza making with toppings of choice
Venue for Summer Camp: West Springs Church, 816-78th street SW Calgary, AB. T3H 6B1
OVERVIEW: Our goal is to equip and expose students to hands on recipes around the world. Our young chefs will learn about different global flavours. We will step by step teach our students how to prepare these meals, appreciate new foods, new flavours and diverse cultures. Students will be empowered to execute sweet and savoury recipes at home so as to help cook meals at home and prepare lunches for school. Our welcoming environment provides a “real” setting so that the students can take what they learn at NCC to their own homes. Students will acquire the knowledge, experience, and confidence to build lifelong cooking skills that can ignite creativity, and build self-esteem. Students will eat what they prepare, execute recipes learned at home, build confidence, and most importantly create memories that will last forever.
We will be following the most up to date guidelines provided by Alberta health Services and the Government of Alberta. We will inform you of requirements to attend the camps such as the use of masks and temperature checks prior to day 1 of our camp. We will follow all necessary protocols to ensure a safe environment for all participants. We will keep you posted on the most recent protocols as we draw close to summer. We want to use this opportunity to thank you for your understanding.
Nini’s Cooking Camp is one of our favourite time of the year. It allows us the opportunity to build relationships, go in-depth and get even more creative in the kitchen, learn global cuisines, and laugh while enjoying tasty meals. This is because we have more time to bring out the best in your child.
CAMP INFORMATION
- Each summer camp program is for 5 days
- Camp is from 9:00am-4:00pm
- Each camp is 7 hours long per day. You are free to pick up your child earlier should you have an appointment (please inform us on time).
- Camps are Monday to Friday unless otherwise noted
- Campers are required to bring their own water bottle
- Aprons are provided to wear for the week (not to be taken home)
- Campers are free to eat all meals and treats prepared or take meals home
- Campers are provided a safe, clean, and sanitized place to have fun, get creative, build skills, confidence, and relationships.
CANCELLATION POLICY FOR SUMMER CAMP
Cancellation policy must be made 90 days prior to scheduled camp to receive a full refund. No refunds will be issued due to illness or missed classes. Please note that Nini’s Cooking Class reserves the right to cancel a class due to lack of participants. We have limited space for participants. We will make every effort possible to accommodate our students.
CAMP WEEKLY DETAILS:
Start time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Phone: (403) 966-3604
Email: nini@niniscookingclass.ca
Our curriculum will also expose your budding chef the following areas:
• Kitchen safety
• Meal planning
• Knife skills
• Baking and pastry skills
• Cooking techniques
• Etiquette and manners
• Food Presentation
• Proper food handling
• Food preparation
• Table setting
• Kitchen hygiene
• How to prepare dinner for your family
• And so much more!
Continents covered:
• North America
• South America
• Caribbean
• Europe
• African
• Asia
Requirement 1: Your lovely smile and a positive attitude to learn and have fun, and a take away container should you have left over. If you cannot finish your food you may take it with you.
Requirement 2: For kitchen safety reasons, please wear indoor closed toe shoes only, comfortable clothing, and have your hair tied back as you will be standing, sitting and working most of the time.
Menu for week 1 (July 4-8,2022)-(Top Chef challenge)
Swedish meatballs with egg noodles served with gingered carrots
Veggie Quesadillas
Shamani cookies
Homemade Fettuccine and Homemade Alfredo Sauce
Summer Berry Fruit Pops and Mango Coconut Slush/Ice Pops or Art Fruits
Lemon blueberry cheesecake bars or Banana bread energy balls
Cupcake challenge
Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Homemade fillings
Menu for week 2 (July 11-15,2022 (Cooking Around the world)
Chef Nini’s Jollof rice with cucumber & carrot salad or with Grilled corn salad
Greek-Style Stuff Peppers served alone or with Crisp Italian salad with creamy Parmesan Dressing
Empanadas de pina coco
Healthy Homemade Fruit Popsicles or Art Fruits
Oreo chocolate Truffle
Doughnut challenge
Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls
Homemade Pasta and Homemade Marinara sauce
Menu for week 3 (July 18-22, 2022)-(Beyond Delicious)
Pizza making with toppings of choice
Coco-chicken bites served with homemade sauce and salad
Puff pastry pinwheels with Boursin cheese
Summer Berry Fruit Pops and/or Mango Coconut Ice Pops or Art Fruits
Lemon blueberry cheesecake bars or Banana bread energy balls
Cupcake challenge
Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls
Chipotle carbonara
Menu for week 4 (July 25-29,2022) – (Boss Chef- Bakers world) SOLD OUT
Butter cookies
Cupcakes
Cake making and decorating
Mini chicken Alfredo
Cheesy-Pesto pin wheels
Healthy Homemade Fruit Popsicles or Art Fruits
Banana bread and energy balls
Pizza making with toppings of choice
Menu for week 5 (Aug 1-5,2022)- (Cooking Around the world)
Swedish meatballs with egg noodles served with gingered carrots
Cuban black beans and quinoa with bacon
Chicken Alfredo mozzarella sticks
Summer Berry Fruit Pops and/or Mango Coconut Ice Pops or Art Fruits
Lemon blueberry cheesecake bars or Banana bread energy balls
Cupcake challenge and/ or Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls
Menu for week 6 (Aug 8-12,2022 )-(Kiddos can cook & bake too)
Chef Nini’s Jollof rice with cucumber & carrot salad or with Grilled corn salad
Greek-Style Stuff Peppers served alone or with Crisp Italian salad with creamy Parmesan Dressing
Empanadas de pina coco
Healthy Homemade Fruit Popsicles or Art Fruits
Quick Ice box sandwiches or Banana bread energy balls
Doughnut challenge and/or/Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls
Menu for week 7 (Aug 15-19,2022)-( Boss chef nailed it!)
Flavourful Tenderloin Grillades with Bacon relish served with Cheesy Grits
Greek lettuce wraps with flank steak
Puff pastry pinwheels with Boursin cheese
Summer Berry Fruit Pops and/or Mango Coconut Ice Pops or Art Fruits
Lemon blueberry cheesecake bars or Banana bread energy balls
Cupcake challenge and/or Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls
Menu for week 8 (Aug 22-26,2022)-(Beyond Delicious)
Easy Veggie Quesadillas served with Mexican salad
Chicken Fajita Tacos or Butter chicken served with naan
Apple celery salad with sherry vinaigrette served with orange chicken
Cheesy-Pesto pin wheels
Healthy Homemade Fruit Popsicles or Art Fruits
Quick Ice box sandwiches or Banana bread energy balls
Doughnut challenge, and/or Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls